Tough Conversations, Why Do Managers Avoid Them?

You know the moment. An employee blows up on the floor. Misses a shift. Talks back. And the manager? Says nothing. When your managers avoid tough conversations, they’re telling the team, “This is fine.” It’s not fine. The problem isn’t just the behavior. It’s that the behavior spreads. But Why Do Managers Avoid Tough Conversations? […]

Managing Difficult Conversations: A Leader’s Guide to Managing Disrespectful Employees (Part II)

We all know the type. The person in every workplace who turns healthy disagreements into deadlocks, belittles team members, and makes everyone feel like they have to walk on eggshells just to keep the peace. This kind of behavior doesn’t just hurt morale – it derails productivity and undercuts your role as a leader. The […]

8 Ways to Network Like a Pro

Networking events are crucial for finding the right people for your organization, reaching your career goals, and making connections for future collaborations. And yet, you find yourself dreading them. You typically sit through sessions, rehearsing your pitch, and scanning the room to see who you hope you meet–and who you want to avoid. Then you […]