Posts in How-To
The Workplace Lightning Rod You Least Expect

Why is it particularly common for high-performers at leading companies to hesitate to pass off work?

A lot reasons. Perhaps beginning with the fact that those of us in leadership probably ended up here because we were good at doing things - but not necessarily at getting other people to do things.

We break down not just the skills required - but the culture needed to foster learning, delegation, and growth.

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Productivity vs Morale | a manager's dilemma

“A couple of people I work with are taking a bit more than they give - and I’m not sure how to handle it. It’s vital that everyone contributes, but work-life balance is also important and I am loath to push back on them.”

Lately we’ve been hearing some version of this from most of our clients. Read on to see why this is happening and what to do about it.

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The Opportunity Most Companies Miss

Talented, valued, promoted - and entirely unhappy.

Hard-working, a quick learner, loyal to the company - and looking for a new employer nonetheless.

Given a raise, new responsibilities, and a title bump - and making everyone else miserable.

Three scenarios with a shared root cause: not everyone wants to be a people manager. We break down the challenge and a myriad of ways to address it.

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