Michelle Bennett

Leader with formal authority in office

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Formal Authority: Do You Even Need It?

Anyone who has thought, “if only I had more authority, I could get things done around here,” has been (or will be) let down to find out that this is...

First Meeting with Employees as a New Manager

4 min read

5 Ways to Ace Your First Meeting with Employees as a New Manager

When you find yourself stepping in to manage a new team it can be filled with excitement, possibility, uncertainty, and maybe a bit of terror. It may...

why teamwork is so important?

3 min read

Infographic: The Importance of Teamwork

You don’t have to go too far to find examples of the importance of teamwork. From sports teams that have a legacy of winning, to the scientists that...

Leader Speaking With Clarity

3 min read

Speaking With Clarity in Leadership: The Ugly Truth

There’s a reason communication shows up without fail on lists like Leadership Training Topics Worth Investing In or The Power Skills of 2021. It’s...

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[GUIDE] Work Smarter, Not Harder

Learn the eight ways to take back control of your time and day in this guide.

Responsibility vs Accountability in Management

3 min read

What Are Responsibility and Accountability in Management?

What does responsibility mean? What does accountability mean? Does your organization treat them as interchangeable terms leaving you wondering what...

The Effects of Working Too Much Infographic

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[Infographic] The Effects of Working Too Much

In the early days at a new job or in your career, it is common to work a little extra hard to make a good impression. Unfortunately, if you try to...

How to stand up for yourself at work tips

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How To Stand Up For Yourself at Work

Standing up for yourself at work is probably not an experience you look forward to, but it is one of the most important things you can do. That’s...

Bad Team Leadership Habits

3 min read

8 Bad Team Leadership Habits That May Be Pushing Your Teammates Away

Different employees have different expectations of their leader. Some want a leader who gets to know them on a personal level or checks in with them...

What is peer group coaching and is it effective?

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What is Group Coaching and Is It Effective?

Uncovering what type of coaching your organization and employees may benefit from can feel like an ambitious mission. With so many different types of...

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