Your email dings. A new alert from social media pops up and then a coworker IMs you. This all happens within a few seconds of each other. You lose focus on your task. It seems to you that the quickest way to refocus is to respond to each of these notifications...
When making a big decision, you’ve likely employed one of the most-often-used strategies around: the pros and cons list. But your list may not be as reliable as you think. Positive focus often gets the raw end of the deal because of how human brains are structured....
No matter the workplace, problems arise every now and again. Work culture plays a large role in how problems are resolved and how employees handle the situation. Those in positions of power set the tone for the rest of the organization. The key to improved team...
What makes or breaks high performance executive teams? According to recent McKinsey research, companies with diverse executive leadership exhibit better short-and longer-term financial performance. Women in revenue-producing positions also correlate to better...
As a soft skill, empathy isn’t always easy to assess. During the hiring process, it often goes overlooked as a necessary attribute for success. This is a mistake for hiring managers. Empathetic leaders are valuable and important for a strong workplace culture....
Many accomplished employees have found themselves promoted into a leadership position. They soon discover that just because they are a good employee doesn’t always mean that they will be a great leader. Strong leadership requires dedication and hard work. This...
