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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...

Leadership Behaviors That Crush Employee Motivation

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6 Leadership Behaviors That Crush Motivation

Employee motivation is essential to a team’s and organization’s success. From increased productivity and team performance to decreased turnover and...

Direct Report Struggling to Have a Can-Do Attitude

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The Real Reason Direct Reports DON’T Have a Can-Do Attitude

There are some people who unintentionally and naturally exude a can-do attitude. They don’t shrink away from a challenge but rather face it head-on....

10 Things Your Direct Reports Really Want From You

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10 Things Your Direct Reports Really Want From You

With a team of unique individuals with different personalities, experiences, and preferences, it is hard to know what your direct reports want and...

First Day of Work Memes for New Hires

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6 First Day of Work Memes That Perfectly Sum Up What It's Like

You know it's the first day of work at a new job when you feel that unique combination of anxiety, excitement, and nerves. Of course, as a new hire,...

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[GUIDE] 30-60-90 Day Plan

To ease the transition and help you feel calm and prepared, we’ve created a playbook and editable template for nailing your first 90 days in your new...

Causes of High Turnover and What People Leaders Should Do About It

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Are You Experiencing High Turnover? Here’s Why and What To Do About It

Did you know that 52% of voluntary resignations are avoidable? As the Gallup study that found this states, “People leave because of fixable issues.”...

What is insubordination and how to handle it?

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What Is Insubordination and How to Handle It?

When an employee doesn’t follow instructions, skirts around their assigned duties, or has a terrible attitude, it can be difficult for any team...

How Do I Impress My Employees

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How Do I Impress My Employees? 10 Leadership Behaviors People Admire

In leadership, every word you say, the action you take, and the decision you make has the potential to impress your employees. Granted, there are...

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