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I Think You’re Making This Mistake in Your 1-on-1s

I’ve trained over 100 managers in the past few years, and many of them have struggled with the same problem: ineffective 1-on-1s. Here’s how to fix them.

Is Your Company’s New Executive Making Things Sound Worse Than They Are?

Some leaders think it’s in their best interest to badmouth their new company’s existing processes. This “burning business bias” is surprisingly common.

Unlock the Power of Silence: Why Less Talking Equals More Clarity

Many inexperienced communicators rush to fill awkward silences in meetings, but that’s a mistake. Here’s why, along with how you can use silence as a tool.

37 Leadership Lessons Learned in 37 Years

Today I turn 37 years old. After years of leading teams and training managers, here are 37 of the best leadership lessons I’ve learned.

10 Quotes (and Mini-Takeaways) That Explain How to Be a Great Leader

Over the past 10+ years, I’ve collected thousands of quotes. These ten leadership quotes and mini-takeaways can help you develop into a stronger leader.

The Best Decisions Are Never Made from the Comfort of an Ivory Tower

As managers get promoted, we get further removed from the company’s core operations. Use these 4 tactics to stay connected and make better decisions.

Be Efficient with Processes and Effective with People

Efficiency should be applied to processes—not people. When managing people, your goal should instead be effectiveness. Here’s how to live it out.

I Learned a Lot About Leadership When I Had to Fire Someone for the First Time

Firing someone for the first time taught me a lot about leadership. Looking back, here are 5 lessons I learned from that painful but necessary experience.

7 Things You Must Understand as a New Manager

Many new managers struggle with the same things. If you recently became a manager (or hope to become one soon), here are seven things to know.

Trying to Decide Whether to Fire Someone? Ask Yourself This Question.

As a manager, when an employee is struggling, it’s tough to know whether to fire them or give them time to improve. This question can help you decide.