8 coaching questions that turn employees into problem-solvers
Willingness to immediately offer opinions or instructions can deter employees from thinking for themselves. After all, why bother searching for answers when you can simply ask the boss?
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Coaching & Motivating
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How to coach instead of correct—4 ways to tell the difference
Correcting workers denies them the opportunity to build their skills and confidence. It conveys the message that you’re the expert who swoops in to tell novices what they should be doing. Do this often enough, and employees get too afraid, discouraged or complacent to act on their own.
11 do’s and don’ts for first-time mentors
Sharing expertise, boosting confidence, assisting in problem-solving, helping to explore career paths... being a mentor provides the opportunity for you to truly make a difference in someone’s life. For those who haven’t held the position before, though, the prospect can be a bit overwhelming. In ho
Are you love bombing your remote employees?
Love bombing is the action or practice of lavishing someone with attention or affection, especially to influence or manipulate them. Here are five ways leaders sometimes cross the line from attention and genuine communication to love bombing.
How to respond when half your team is burned out
Your burned-out employees aren’t imagining things—and the damage extends far beyond their personal well-being. New research from management consulting firm Eagle Hill Consulting shows that 55% of U.S. workers currently experience burnout, and the consequences reach into every corner of organizationa
Helping employees stay grounded when stress spikes at year-end
Workplaces shift noticeably in December as projects collide with personal commitments and employees try to keep pace with rising expectations. Devjani Mishra, shareholder at Littler Mendelson, sees how quickly tension builds when deadlines tighten, communication narrows and employees start carrying
5 ways to encourage your team to pitch ideas
Smart managers know that everyone thinks differently and that drawing on these unique perspectives enriches creativity, innovation and problem-solving in the workplace. Getting individuals to share their thoughts, however, can prove difficult. Try these five strategies.
8 ways to keep employees motivated during slow periods
Many businesses experience times of lower activity during the year, often due to seasonal influences. While employees may relish the lighter load, they can also get antsy or bored. Plus, many managers dislike the thought of workers sitting around on the company’s dime. How can your team make good us
How to spot and develop high-potential employees
In a market where skilled workers are still hard to find, investing in high-potential employees is a smart retention strategy. Their presence makes your organization stronger right now and grows your talent pipeline for future roles.
Why good employees sometimes revert—and how to steer them back on track
Few things frustrate managers more than seeing an employee regress after making progress. When that happens, it’s time to pause, reassess and address what’s really behind the backslide.