Any fan of the old TV series Seinfeld will remember the classic Festivus episode, where George Costanza’s father kicks off the make-believe holiday with the “Airing of Grievances.” At dinner, each person takes turns venting about how everyone… Read More
As long as there has been work, bosses have been a source of stress for employees. But have you ever considered exactly how much stress you cause your people? One survey showed that 75% of employees say their… Read More
People want an empathetic leader. Many managers strive to be one. But ask someone to define the term, and you’re likely to be met with silence. Let’s start with the definition. According to Merriam-Webster, empathy means “the action of understanding,… Read More
Whether you wanted it or not, you’ve likely had a lot more free time as of late. As COVID-19 continues to keep America — and most of the world — in lockdown, we’ve given up our nights out,… Read More
Power. The word itself evokes a reaction. What thoughts or feelings do you have when you think of power? Perhaps you picture an organizational chart where the boxes at the top are imbued with more power than those below…. Read More
I remember the rude awakening my oldest son received when he moved into a management position with a national pizza chain. He learned what it was like to carry a greater level of responsibility, deal with unreliable employees,… Read More
Power. The word itself evokes a reaction. What thoughts or feelings do you have when you think of power? Perhaps you picture an organizational chart where the boxes at the top are imbued with more power than those below…. Read More
