How autism-informed communication improves your whole team
While people on the autism spectrum often experience language issues, a manager who thinks about their challenges and adjusts improves workplace communication for everyone.
Managing People at Work
Survey suggests quiet firing trend is growing
You might not have issued a layoff notice lately, but that doesn’t mean your team hasn’t felt the impact of workforce cuts. According to a May 2025 survey by ResumeTemplates, 53% of companies are engaging in quiet firing this year—42% already have, and another 11% say it’s coming.
Building out your toolbox: Moving beyond the hammer
When the hammer seems to work, it’s hard to imagine needing anything else. But effective leadership isn’t about pushing people to the brink—it’s about knowing when to push, when to support and when to step back.
Workplace safety: A daily habit, not a yearly task
June is National Safety Month, but focusing on safety shouldn’t occur as a once-a-year initiative. According to the National Safety Council, a worker is injured on the job every seven seconds. The stakes go beyond compliance and liability.
Respect over recognition: Leading your team with authenticity during Pride Month
A well-meaning Pride Month gesture can fall flat if it feels hollow. Team members can spot when inclusion is treated like a seasonal checkbox rather than a real value. Here’s how to make Pride Month meaningful for your team—and how to avoid performative missteps.
3 strategies for addressing overconfidence in employees
Confidence is an asset in the workplace—but when it crosses into arrogance, it can disrupt team dynamics, hinder collaboration and damage client relationships. An employee who consistently overstates their expertise or dismisses others’ input may not only frustrate colleagues but also limit their de
Helping others adjust when a key player leaves your team
We’ve all been there: You learn that one of your top performers accepted another job. When four-letter words stop spinning through your head, start thinking about how you’ll address the emotional and practical needs of the rest of the team.
Managing the multi-generational workforce: Compensation insights every leader needs
When fewer than half of your youngest team members believe they receive fair compensation, you’re looking at more than a productivity problem—you’re facing a talent exodus.
The 8 steps to a successful coaching discussion
In any type of coaching meeting—from on-the-fly feedback to formal performance reviews—manager and employee should participate actively, sharing perspectives and ideas. The meeting should always end with a mutual agreement about what actions will be taken or what will be done differently in the futu
4 steps to boost team thinking and problem-solving skills
Many employees are great at problem identification but struggle solving said problems. To improve this, organizations must help employees build the skills and confidence needed to generate, evaluate and implement practical solutions that lead to lasting improvements in their work.