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 ...
Corporate training courses and executive education programs (exec-ED and ExEd) are rising across the US. Yet many HR leaders still view learning and development (L&D) as a waste of time, money, and resources. So, are they right, and if not, how does a business ensure a decent return on its L&D investment? For corporate training ...
Is a lack of leadership succession planning a recipe for disaster? Or, is the talent management process something best dealt with at the time of need? Can a pre-emptive plan help organizations prepare for and act when a critical member exits the organization? Leadership succession planning is a crucial part of business stability and growth. ...
The best leaders and managers view workplace mistakes as learning opportunities, an experience that can be used to ensure fewer issues in the future. So, what can you do to reduce missteps and avoid the most common mistakes leaders make? First, recognize that everyone in a management position suffers the occasional misstep. To be flawless ...
"Why am I here? I am not properly qualified for this. I’m in over my head. I think [Insert Name here] could do this better than me." Does any of this sound familiar? You are not alone. But feeling fraudulent after a promotion to a new leadership position affects most careers. It's a phenomenon known ...
The idea behind change management leadership is straightforward, as is the role of leadership in change management initiatives. So why do 70% of US organizational change management plans fall short? And what can you do to avert those failures [1]? There are reasons for US companies failing in their change efforts. Much of it starts ...
Making the leap to a leadership position mid-career often entails a significant shift in daily routine and responsibilities. It also requires examining company goals and procedures through a completely different lens than that of an individual contributor. So what is the best approach when preparing for your mid-career leadership transition? People and businesses invest in ...
Your leadership traits are the qualities that define your success. Do you know the critical traits and skills of an effective leader in 21st-century America? Moreover, how you can build on your existing key leadership qualities and join the ranks of the best leaders? All great leaders are self-confident. Of course, leadership styles vary depending ...
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) matter in the modern work environment. Yet, the challenges of diversity in the workplace can be significant, especially when trying to get your DEI initiatives off the ground. So, how do you strike the right balance and avoid a DEI backlash undermining your efforts? Several avoidable mistakes can derail an ...
Leadership development has no graduation, there is always room for improvement. Continual change and growth is inevitable as people and cultures adapt to an ever-changing workplace. But what makes an effective leader, and what do the greatest leaders have in common? Effective leadership supports and encourages. A respected leader gives clear direction and sets challenging ...
