How to Empower Yourself After a Setback
It’s guaranteed that things will go wrong at work but do you know how to empower yourself after a setback? It’s an important skill, as it opens the door to [...]
Jul, 2
2024
Jun, 18
2024
The Cost of Micromanagement
Some leaders make a big mistake when they don’t consider the cost of micromanagement. Sure, it’s important to make sure employees do things correctly. But if you’re providing a distracting [...]
Jun, 4
2024
Should You DIY Professional Services?
A lot of businesses struggle with the question of whether you should DIY professional services. You have a need to get some new, specific task done and it’s tempting to [...]
May, 21
2024
How to Make a Fast Change at Work
If you can embrace a new communication process, then you can master how to make a fast change at work. Businesses often find themselves needing to respond to new demands [...]
May, 14
2024
Easy Hike Earl
The Easy Hike Earl chapter showcases a great example of why it’s important to understand client exceptions. Earl was a nature guide who mistakenly believed that everyone wanted to do [...]
May, 7
2024
Nickel and Dime Danny
The Nickel and Dime Danny chapter gives you a funny look at the lengths some employees will take to get back at their employers. While my book, Get Better! provides [...]
Apr, 30
2024
The Escape Artist Boss
The Escape Artist chapter provides a funny example of the lengths some leaders will go to, in order to avoid their quirky issues. This true story sees a new CEO [...]
Apr, 23
2024
Don’t be Afraid
The Don’t be Afraid chapter of Get Better! provides a good message for high achievers, who may need to be pushed. Sometimes, when you’re really good, you stop growing professionally. [...]
Apr, 16
2024
Watch Yourself Willie
The Watch Yourself Willie chapter provides an important lesson in approaching feedback, especially when it could be negative. It came from a top TV news executive. When it comes to [...]
Apr, 9
2024
Don’t Open the Oven
The Don’t Open the Oven chapter provides an important lesson in avoiding micromanagement. It comes from a professional chef. In your world, you may feel like your employees need some [...]