Michelle Bennett

The Importance of Realistic Goals

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Why Is It Important to Set Realistic Goals?

Professional goals should give you something to work towards and look forward to. They provide a sense of purpose, ownership, and pride when they're...

5 Meeting Facilitator Tips No Manager Should Be Without

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5 Meeting Facilitator Tips No Manager Should Be Without

This week alone, over 55 million meetings will take place; unfortunately, research and surveys have suggested that anywhere between 30-50% of...

Staff Meeting Stats

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[Infographic] Staff Meeting Stats: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Whether the attendees include an intact team, a single department, or an entire company, staff meetings are a chance for information to be exchanged,...

People Leader Hosting a Virtual Staff Meeting

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Are Your Virtual Staff Meetings Failing? Here’s Why

At the beginning of the pandemic, virtual staff meetings were a lifeline for leaders and employees. Since then, though, they have become the norm,...

Can Your Job Function Influence a Promotion?

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Can Your Job Function Influence a Promotion?

In an organization, there are differing criteria for who is promoted. For example, it may be based on seniority, or it could be for performance, but...

How To Survive In A VUCA World: 3 Actionable Tips

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How To Survive In A VUCA World: 3 Actionable Tips

How do some individuals thrive in a climate of constant change, make decisions with incomplete information, and quickly shift to take advantage of...

first time managers' guide to leadership

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Ease the Transition to Leadership: A First-Time Managers To-Do List

The transition to leadership from an individual contributor is a whirlwind, and you’re going to feel everything from fear to excitement. Rest...

Best Boss Ever

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7 Things My Best Boss Ever Did That I’ll Never Forget

There’s something inspiring about hearing employees talk about the best boss they ever had. When they speak, it’s clear that their boss made a real...

Disengaged At Work

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Disengaged At Work? You’re Not Alone

Burned out. Bored at work. Demotivated. If this sounds like you, there is a good chance you may be disengaged at work. According to Gallup, nearly...

Catch-Up Meeting

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The Rise of the Catch Up Meeting

Staying connected with your boss, your direct reports, and your peers has never been more important than over the last 18 months. Whatever you call...

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