Change is a healthy and necessary part of any company’s growth, but it can sometimes be met with a lot of resistance from the employees. People naturally resist change because of the uncertainty of where it will lead. And from your team’s perspective, they may fear the impending changes will negatively affect their day-to-day experience…
How Important is Critical Thinking to Your Success?
When was the last time you considered your decision making process? Do you take the time to weigh your options and consider all the possible outcomes? Or, do you make rash decisions based only on the previous knowledge, information, and experience you have? How many times in your work life, or life in general, have…
The Value of an Open Door Policy
Have you ever been in a work environment and had an urgent question for your supervisor, only to find his or her door closed when you need an immediate answer? Maybe you’ve learned some important information you need to share with your manager right away, but you’re not sure if it’s okay to knock on…
How to Develop Your Employees’ Critical Thinking Skills
Many managers run the risk of getting overwhelmed when they fail to delegate the task of problem-solving. It seems like a quick fix, but solving your employees’ problems for them isn’t helping them grow or learn to handle situations themselves. The reality is, you can’t always be there to put out the fire, nor should…
What Kind of Manager Are You?
You’ve worked hard for years, and you’ve finally been promoted to a management role. Congratulations. But lots of responsibility comes with your new title. It’s your job to delegate tasks to employees, manage conflicts, deal with customers, and ultimately make some difficult decisions on a daily basis. It doesn’t matter if you’re a new manager…
How to Handle the Changing Role of Change Management
Is it time for a change? Think about that question, carefully. Change can be amazing. It can give you a new perspective on life, or in this case your business or organization. Out with the old and in with the new. It’s an exhilarating experience that will make things better. Right? Well, that’s not always…