Organizational change management needs several critical elements to survive and thrive, yet many US businesses continue to get it wrong. So why is managing change so problematic? Once you know the answers, you won't fall into those same traps. Research suggests that around 70% of change initiatives fail in the US. Most of these failures ...
Are you a transformational leader? Many of today's most lauded executives and organization leaders are transformational leaders. Answer the questions below to see if you are in tune with the transformational leadership style. After the questions, we will define transformational leadership, what makes it different from other leadership styles, and how you can use it ...
Most leaders are comfortable and confident with employee motivation when they can offer attractive career incentives. But it is more of a challenge to keep workers engaged and motivated to excel when a promotion or raise is not an option. So, what can you do to retain your top performers at a time of great ...
Quiet quitting has become one of the new buzzwords in America's post-pandemic workplace. But what does it mean? And what can managers and leaders do about this trending phenomenon? Quiet quitting (also called soft quitting) appeals primarily to Gen Z and Millennials. But despite the name, it isn’t about leaving one's job. Instead, a quiet ...
The pandemic years triggered a shift in the worker mindset that employers must heed. But what are the leadership trends for this year and beyond, and how can organizations prepare? The relationships between leaders and subordinates will never be the same. There is a demand for new approaches from the C-suite to frontline employees. Without ...
The main challenge for US employers today is attracting and retaining qualified staff. Could an investment in employee career management be the way to overcome this growing issue? The lingering effects of the Great Resignation has made recruitment and retention harder. But many job seekers still want to create long-term career paths with the right ...
Every business must adapt to the times to stay competitive. But consistent or unexpected organizational transition or transformation can trigger change fatigue symptoms within the workplace. So how can leaders recognize the early signs of fatigue in individuals and teams? And what actions can you take that will inspire others to cope with change and ...
The mindset of a post-pandemic workforce has changed. Today, company culture is a major deciding factor for America's job seekers. A 2022 study found that more than half of US workers consider resignation if the organizational culture falls short [1]. Every company needs core beliefs and values, and the culture it fosters becomes its personality. ...
Some company CEOs doubt the benefits of executive education (ExEd) programs. But where does this cynicism come from, and are they right to be skeptical? It's true; there are executive education programs that over-promise and underdeliver. They focus on lower-level managerial skills development, teaching what their highly-experienced and knowledgeable audience already know. But not all ...
New and emerging leaders often relish stepping into a new role. But despite assurance, the often-complex social structure of an office needs special attention. So how do new leaders fit in and navigate their way around workplace politics? The easiest way to settle into a new leadership role is to approach it with knowledge and ...
