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Discipline without Punishment
Discipline policy doesn't have to be a punishment policy. This article explores what this means and how to do discipline differently.
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You might be a slightly anti-capitalist leader
I’ve noticed a fascinating theme lately of leaders rebelling against the expectations of capitalist culture. They are not against...
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Crisis exposes your daily leadership failings (but don’t lose hope)
There’s an adage that an emergency brings out the real you. I often hear this applied to leaders - you don’t know how to lead until...
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How to find Workplace Allies
Trying to change the culture in a tough workplace environment is daunting. It's easier once you find your workplace allies.
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The Complicated Relationship Between Leadership and Emotions
Leaders have conflicting expectations when it comes to emotions. Let's talk about how leaders can navigate emotions well.
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Leading people you don't like
At some point every leader encounters a teammate that is just not their cup of tea. Maybe it’s a person you brought to the team or maybe...
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Rewiring Toxic Supportiveness with Emotional Intelligence
Let's talk about how the phrase "if I can do it, so can you" is toxifying your team and what to say and do instead.
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Three Ways to Upgrade Your Informal Leadership
There are only so many spaces for people with official leadership titles, but there is infinite room for informal leaders to make an...
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Are You Confusing Benign Acceptance of Garbage for Trust?
A wise friend once said, “Honesty doesn’t have to be brutal.” This sentiment got me thinking about how we sometimes give leaders far too...
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How Popular Leaders Actually Survive the Fury of Unpopular Decisions
Popular leaders who are good leaders will make unpopular decisions. Here's how to turn it into a good thing when that happens.
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When to Flex and When to be Flexible
Do you need to be a more firm or flexible leader when your people aren't doing the thing you want?
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Ownership? What's the deal?
Be a more effective leader by taking ownership and being accountable for your actions.
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