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Protect DEI initiatives from employee tattling

You may believe that your diversity, equity and inclusion practices comply with state and federal law and remain committed to building a more representative and therefore productive workforce. But you also know that the last 18 months have seen an increase in lawsuits challenging DEI programs as ill

Refresher: How to communicate clearly and deliver messages effectively

Superior communication skills are especially important for managers, as poor communication from a manager can lead to a lack of trust and low employee engagement. And one of the most important skills for delivering messages is clarity.

Demystifying AI for your staff: A guide to tools and terminology

This past year has brought up countless conversations surrounding AI, but with new terms and tools emerging, those discussions can quickly become confusing for employees. A recent article from CNET listed and defined some of the new AI-related jargon that users should be aware of. Here are some of t

‘Unretiring’ seniors create hiring pipeline for managers

While retirement rates hit record levels during the pandemic, fast-forward a few years, and “unretirement” has become the latest trend. Today, one in eight retirees plan to return to work in 2025, according to a ResumeBuilder survey.

Consider the benefits and pitfalls of stack ranking before implementation

The search for new ways to boost team performance seems to be never-ending in your role as a manager. But what if you chose a method that could motivate top performers while possibly demoralizing the rest of your workforce? Enter stack ranking, a controversial performance-management system making a

Which approaches are part of your management arsenal?

Management is not a one-size-fits-all concept. If it were and you had one set of rules to follow, your job would be easy, right? Sadly, it doesn’t work that way, as you are all too aware. Let’s look at two managers and their styles. Neither is right or wrong; both are great examples of different app

Honor working parents by respecting their time

Ask people striving to balance a job and familial obligations about their greatest challenges and you will likely receive an earful regarding the issue of time. In honor of National Working Parents Day on September 16, reflect on this precious commodity. What might your organization do to help worke

The 4 communication styles and how to manage each

Communication is the foundation that supports every successful team. How you interact with your employees can significantly impact productivity, morale and the workplace environment, so it’s critical to understand why people communicate the way they do.

Boost team performance with a job-shadowing initiative

Improving your team’s performance and engagement likely lands at the top of your priority list as a manager. One often-overlooked strategy that could make a significant impact is job shadowing. Implementing such a program can help you nurture talent, improve engagement and create a more dynamic, kno

Managing difficult teams: Tactics to transform challenging situations

Managing teams with varied talents and personalities offers the opportunity to leverage each to its fullest potential. But differing work styles and engagement levels can create tensions in teams that undermine their ability to be productive. Worse, it can contribute to an unpleasant work environmen