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Great managers meet uncertainty with curiosity and confidence

Author Mark C. Crowley explains why comfort with the unknown is foundational for employee well-being.

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Good people management begins with self-understanding

Author Margaret Andrews shares the unsung importance of knowing yourself, plus a worksheet to kickstart your self-understanding journey.

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How to minimize the impact of manager changes

Outcomes hinge on how the transition is handled, not how often it happens.

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Advice for first-time managers, from leaders who’ve been there

If you’re new to leading a team, take these 29 tips from a slew of seasoned managers.

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How to handle team conflict as a first-time manager

Three scenarios specific to new managers, plus what to do when all else fails.

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Lead how they need: adopting a situational leadership style

Turns out, effective leadership is less about particular style, and more about adapting to the situation.

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Your employees might not feel like they matter. These are the subtle signs

As humans, the only way to survive and thrive is through our relationships with other people. That means mattering to others is a survival instinct, almost as important as food and shelter.  According to author Zach Mercurio, Ph.D, this instinct hasn’t disappeared in modern times. Even though we’re more likely swapping pet photos and project […]

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How to avoid “manager crash” in 2025 and beyond

Meaningful steps organizations can take to support wellbeing, bolster resilience, and set the stage for leaders to thrive.

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How to delegate when you’re wired to do the work

Getting input from your team about their capacity, strengths, and preferences makes it easier to loosen your grip.

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How to make work more meaningful for your employees

If you were asked for examples of “meaningful work,” what comes to mind? Roles like paramedic, teacher, or humanitarian aid worker might be some common answers. But you don’t need to be saving lives for work to be meaningful. In fact, nearly all work can hold meaning for the person doing it.  In Meaningful Work: […]

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How to be a good mentor for your whole team

Give your team and career a boost by getting to know common mentee archetypes and what they need from you.

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How to better support your team – without becoming their therapist

A bit of curiosity and vulnerability can help your colleagues weather personal challenges.

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How to become a more connected leader 

Yale Lecturer Peter Boyd on how to use the “4 Ps” at the core of his Connected Leadership framework to find your purpose and meet your full potential.

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How to create a culture of continuous learning in the workplace

In today’s fast-changing work environment, adaptability isn’t just a buzzword; it’s a research-backed superpower. As AI integration and other technological advances continue to redefine workflows and industries, organizations that prioritize adaptability and flexibility will be the ones that build the resilience to thrive. But adaptable teams don’t grow on trees. They’re the result of organizations […]

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A manager’s ultimate guide to effective succession planning

Don’t leave the future to chance. A succession plan ensures your team is set up for success regardless of what comes your way.

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