Proximity bias describes how managers treat workers who are physically closer to them more favorably. To overcome and instill a culture of excellence anywhere, leaders should . . .

Helping your team focus and stay productive can be a challenging task. These ten strategies can be easily implemented to support them in this effort.

Becoming the most interesting (and exciting) person in the room requires a combination of qualities and skills, including intelligence, confidence, charisma, and the ability to communicate effectively. Here are some tips for cultivating these traits to stand out in social settings.

Time management is critical for all leaders as they impact and direct their team's overall strategy and operations. I've developed a few essential methods for effectively managing your ever-growing schedule.

Being dependable and following through on your commitments is essential to building trust and credibility in your personal and professional life.

Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. It is essential for leaders because it helps them connect with and understand their team members’ perspectives. Empathetic leaders are better able to build trust and strong relationships with their team, which can lead to increased motivation, productivity, and job satisfaction.

Conflict at work can take many forms - from personality clashes to disagreements about accomplishing a task. However, it is essential to remember that conflict is a normal part of any workplace and can even lead to positive changes and improved relationships.

Delivering constructive criticism can be difficult, but it is an important part of helping others improve and grow. Here are nine tips on how to deliver constructive criticism effectively.

This isn’t ‘kissing up’ or playing the corporate game — these are simple techniques you can try to earn your boss’s trust and show them that you are a valuable team member. Remember, if you’re not doing them, your teammates probably are.

“What would you love to accomplish this year?”

I believe that staying abreast of new ideas, trends, and information is essential to a high-performing career and business. My job is to help YOU cut through the noise and find resources that are worth consuming AND energize your spirit. This is my gift to you. Enjoy!

We’ve seen a rash of companies require their employees to come back to the office — gradually by moving up the requirement one day at a time or all at once by setting a deadline for return. Why?

You’ve executed a significant layoff of employees. You announced it, HR and your staff executed it, and the targeted employees have left the building. Now what? Hopefully, everything gets back to normal ASAP. Ahhh . . . no.

We hear this a lot today - faster deadlines, impatient customers, and bosses who are never satisfied. If you let stress perpetuate and take over your life, it begins to impact your emotional well-being, physical health, and job performance.

Ever played a sport in school? You had a coach — what were they like?

Your leadership style is based upon myriad factors, but when distilled into a few essential elements, you’ll find three spheres: Presence, Interaction, and Contribution.

Many times in our lives, we all subtly undermine our success — when we unconsciously make bad choices, and our harmful behavior can impact nearly every part of our life. This self-sabotage can stop us from achieving significant plans and goals in our careers and life.

It’s incredible how many people think their leaders are functioning managers and how many managers who’re leaders in disguise.

If you're employed in a large organization, an essential component of your annual review is how much your manager likes/needs you.