Have you ever been in a meeting where an employee completely lost their temper or slammed the door? We all get angry from time to time but it’s important for your employees to understand how their behavior impacts the rest of the team. While conflict and frustrations in the workplace are normal, angry tirades are […]

Managers have a very important job and it comes with a tremendous amount of responsibility. They oversee hiring and training new employees, making sure these employees are doing their jobs correctly, dealing with performance problems, and conducting evaluations. It seems as if the manager is doing all these things and checking all of the boxes […]

A manager has specific duties within an organization which are to set goals for the group, decide what work needs to be done to meet these goals, divide the work among team members, and oversee the daily tasks to make sure they are being accomplished. The problem is that, in recent years, the role of […]

All too often managers feel like the microphone belongs in only their hands and they have no problem dishing out constructive criticism to their employees.  However, when the tables turn, these same managers feel attacked and get defensive at the very thought of someone criticizing them. The truth is, nobody is perfect, and we all […]

There is no denying that giving employees more responsibility and allowing them to have more input will generate greater productivity and job satisfaction. Why, then, is it difficult for so many managers to let go? Despite the overwhelming research that suggests the benefits of delegation, many managers continue to resist this practice and continue managing […]

A team that works well together is happier, more productive, and more successful.  In addition, when employees enjoy the people they work with, they tend to have higher job satisfaction and are more motivated to work hard. However, planning a team building activity at work is not always easy, especially when the idea tends to […]

Businesses are organized into teams for a reason: the job is too large and too complex for one person to complete on their own. However, time and time again managers feel the need to try and do everything themselves. Delegating is a critical part of becoming efficient at work, but many people still feel uncomfortable […]

Managers are often heavily focused on their own job and all of their own responsibilities.  While managers undoubtedly have a lot on their plate, it is so important for them to make time to support their employees. Managers who make an effort to help and support their team are more likely to be respected by […]

11Managers have a difficult job. They are entrusted to oversee an entire team or department and they are responsible for making sure each member of the team is working efficiently and effectively. So much of their job is focused on paying attention to their team, but managers also need to remember to stop every now […]

Every company has one and every manager has had to deal with one at some point.  We are talking about the office slacker. Even if it is just one employee that is not pulling their weight, it can impact productivity, efficiency, customer service, and team morale.  The impact of this slacker is most often felt […]