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Managing Optimism and Pessimism in Business
If you are managing a professional team, the people working for you will likely represent a range of optimism and pessimism. You may be worried that these differences will create conflict and interfere with the team’s work. But the truth is, effectively managing...
The Fantasy of Working Without Conflict
Working without conflict may be the dream for many employees, especially those stuck in a toxic work environment. But this fantasy is based on a very narrow view of what conflict is. Conflict affects and sometimes even improves productivity, collaboration, and even...
Are Generational Differences Hurting Your Family Business?
When the next generation begins to take on an active role in the family business it can create conflict between owners and operators, not to mention parents and their children and other relatives. If you are worried about generational differences hurting your...
Uncovering the Issues Holding You Back from Leadership Success
Uncovering the issues holding you back from leadership success can be a journey. But with an executive coach as your guide, you can make it to the top.
The Number One Red Flag in Business (Emotion!)
Business leaders and managers are often driven by emotions – either their own, or those of their employees or clients. While there are many intelligent uses for emotion in your company, unchecked emotion can be the number one red flag in business. Knowing how to...
When to Back Away from Conflict in Business
Business owners and employees alike are often focused on trying to resolve conflict in the workplace. But not every fight needs to be won. Knowing how and when to back away from conflict in business can be key to effective team management, and in making your workplace...