Micromanagement is a dangerous trap that is easy to fall into, especially when stressed, feeling pressure, or having fewer resources than we think we need to achieve successful results. However, for the seemingly short-term benefit of “progress,” the problems created by micromanagement are long-term and undermine the foundation to personal growth and company profitability.Studies show that ownership and...

Collaboration and teamwork are important facets of a healthy workplace. A great deal of time and effort is spent on team building exercises at many companies, because the benefits are obvious. However, developing healthy internal competition is another way to bring out the best in your workforce.What is Healthy Internal Competition?In order to let healthy internal competition work for you, some consideration...

The Great Resignation of 2021 continues into 2022. Furthermore, it shows little sign of stopping any time soon. While not every company is impacted directly by this phenomenon, a heightened awareness of its potential impacts is always advisable. After all, the slow process of the Great Resignation didn’t happen overnight, and it can take the unwary by surprise. That’s why now is the time for clear messaging...

1. CEO as The Coach The entire Company is made up of a series of teams who are the players who actually sell, make, deliver, and service the product. Management coaches the teams; and the CEO coaches the coaches.How to be a Better Coach:Set Meaningful Goals. Develop initiatives to make the goals achievable and that drive revenue and productivity.Communicate & Build Trust. Use team...

The world is made up of people who are left brain or right brain thinkers. The left-brainers are logical, analytical, and think in terms of process. Right brainers are creative and not necessarily linear thinkers.What does this have to do with effective Onboarding? A lot.LB (Left Brain) Corporation has a detailed orientation plan set in place for new hires. When they walk in the door on day one, they fill out...