Written in collaboration with Melanie Sodka, capacity management expert and author of Diary of a Functioning Burnout. In our work with leaders, professionals, and high performers who care deeply about ...
Feedback has the power to motivate and improve performance, but it often backfires. Instead of sparking growth, it can trigger defensiveness or lead to silence. Some people soften their words so much ...
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No matter how smart you may be, your behavior is going to affect the way people feel about you. Respect is a two-way street. Whether it’s between partners, co-workers, or leaders and their teams, it ...
Managers play a key role in supporting their employees. But leaders may feel unsure about how to bring up topics like mental health. Mental health conversations at work may feel too personal or ...
In August 2019, Google issued a new set of community guidelines that banned political discussions at work. The policy states, “While sharing information and ideas with colleagues helps build community ...