leadership
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The Message Your Decision Sends
Leadership decisions are rarely just about the decision itself. They are about the message that decision sends. Consider a few common scenarios. An employee asks to upgrade an already generous snack bar. Another suggests increasing the catered lunch budget. A… Continue reading
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When Helping Becomes Expensive
Most teams champion helpfulness. We encourage people to ask questions, foster collaboration, and make sure no one struggles in silence. These values are essential for a healthy work environment. But a subtle yet important reality often goes unexamined: helping has… Continue reading
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Not all feedback is created equal
A lot of companies pride themselves in soliciting a continuous stream of feedback from team members. We’ve all seen post after post about the importance of employee engagement surveys. But let’s be honest: not all feedback is created equal, and… Continue reading
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Why Leah Williamson Is the Leader Every Team Deserves
I’ve been a massive soccer fan all my life, and have always wanted to do a leadership spotlight in the world of soccer. Leah Williamson was an easy choice, as there are many lessons to be learned from her leadership… Continue reading
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Speaking up: How to share feedback with leadership thoughtfully and effectively
For most of us, giving feedback “up the chain” can feel intimidating. Whether it’s your team lead, your VP, or the CEO, it’s easy to second-guess yourself: “Is this worth bringing up?”,“What if I sound like I’m complaining?”, “Will this… Continue reading
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