The Value of Abundant Praise at Work
A senior-level leader once told me she wasn’t one to give much praise so she needed to hire someone who didn’t need that. So, finding someone with a high level of self-confidence went on my list of have-to-have characteristics of the candidates. However, it got me thinking, is praise only for those with low self-confidence?…
Read MoreHow to Approach Spring Turnover with a Fresh Perspective
Spring is just a couple of weeks away here in the Midwest. The trees are budding, the grass is growing, and a few spring bulbs are starting to peek out of the ground. There’s an energy of growth and activity in the air. Even a mild case of spring fever can prompt someone to look…
Read MoreHow Diversity Plans Provide Opportunity for a Powerful Edge
In 2017, hurricane Harvey laid waste to much of the Texas coast and devastated swaths of Houston. Texas-based grocery chain H.E.B. was running disaster relief stations, mobilizing its extensive supply chain and funneling resources to those in need – right alongside the Red Cross and Salvation Army. Why was a grocery chain running emergency logistics…
Read MoreHow to Use Hiring as a Powerful Tool to Transform Culture
As busy business owners, executives, and supervisors who are responsible for hiring, every minute of your day is spoken for. So, filling open positions quickly with capable, independent employees is crucial. Investing a few minutes today to rethink your hiring approach to focus on developing culture will make your life easier tomorrow because your dream…
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