Leadership
Success in a Male-Dominated Industry: Prominent Businesswomen Share TheirTales
In industries where women often face significant obstacles, stories of success are not only inspiring but vital. In this article, 11 accomplished women share their personal journeys of breaking through the barriers of a male-dominated…
Great Leaders Start By Asking Questions
Questions are essential for great leadership. They encourage open dialogue and make employees feel valued and heard, leading to a more engaged and motivated workforce. Asking questions will create a culture of continuous learning and…
Top 3 Ingredients to Successful Succession Planning
Baby boomers own over 2 million businesses employing more than 25 million people in the United States. Many will be retiring or selling their businesses in the next few years and for some of these…
Business Owner as Coach: 4 Steps to Coaching Your Team and Yourself to Greater Success
In today’s business world, staying competitive often means taking on the role of a coach—not just a manager. As a business owner, coaching your team can enable you to inspire, empower, and guide your workers…
How You Can Support Veterans Year-Round
For the approximately 18 million veterans in the United States – roughly 6% of U.S. adults ages 18 and older, according to the U.S. Census Bureau – the return to civilian life can present challenges….
Tips for Onboarding New Team Members Into Projects
Bringing new team members into a project is exciting and challenging for management. An effective onboarding process helps new hires integrate, understand their responsibilities, and contribute to the team’s success. Explore helpful tips for onboarding…
Career Conversations: How to Get From Good to Great
Career conversations, when implemented correctly and regularly, can benefit both you and your employee. You will be surprised to find there are some high performers who are perfectly happy in their current role and don’t…
Bernie Marcus Knew How to Ask Questions. That Became His Success Story
Home Depot founder Bernie Marcus, who died this week at the age of 95, instinctively knew one of the most important keys to success: Ask questions. In the annals of business history, legendary figures like…
Read This Before You Promote Your Top Performer
Imagine you have a super star sales rep who has delivered for you and your company time and again. He often is your top performer. Then one day your sales manager leaves your company for…
Why You Should Cater Your Employee Events
Making your employee events memorable and successful is no small task. One of the most effective ways to leave a positive mark on your staff is by catering these events. Offering food relieves some logistical…