If you’ve ever worked for someone who obsessively micromanages, then you know firsthand just how counter-productive it can be. Whether it’s in the form of countless unnecessary reports, never-ending meetings, or required briefings for...
What does a business social network mean to you? If you don’t have a clear answer to that question, it’s probably a good time to start thinking about it. Like it or not, you’re a part of a social network – whether...
Welcome to part two of my series on navigating social networks in the workplace. In this post, we’re going to talk about what it means to be an influencer – it’s the “getting known” part of my framework, and a very important element....
More people are becoming interested in their personal brand, and for good reason – it’s the foundation of a sustainable career. If having a personal brand is an idea that’s new to you, there are probably some big questions you’re...
A strong business is built on a healthy social network within it, which is all about employee engagement. This is the first of a three-part series on social networks and how they impact our abilities to navigate and succeed at work. For this topic,...
I have some surprising advice for Type A’s clamoring for executive coaching wisdom: It’s not always in your best interest to please the boss. “Huh?” you say. A happy boss is a good thing, no? Well, actually it turns out that sometimes your...
Conflict between managers and employees is a natural part of nearly every work environment. It can even be a sign of good things, like idea sharing, constructive criticism, or passion for the task at hand. If you’re experiencing conflict too...
A leader isn’t just someone who says, “Follow me.” They must also have a viable plan, a great deal of personal influence, and the work ethic to keep ahead of a group’s needs. Luckily, leadership is a skill that can be...
Has this ever happened to you? You’ve been assigned a project, maybe a key presentation, and your colleague is tasked with helping you collect important information or even do the research. As the project gets closer to the due date, you notice...
For many people, leadership seems to be that one skill that you either have or you don’t. And those same people struggle with believing that they just “don’t” have it. It’s simply not true. While truly astounding leaders seem to have a...
