THE BLOG

After good two decades in a relationship and many years leading teams in businesses, I've noticed that many things apply equally to both worlds.

These aren't theories, they are lived observations. Things that have shown up again and again, whether I’m navigating a moment with my wife or guiding...

I've asked 20 managers a simple question: "What wastes your time the most?"

The answer was unanimous. But before I reveal it, here's some context - each of them has been:

• a manager for over 2 years,

• leading a team of at least 8 people,

• part of a company of 100+ employees,

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When I first stepped into leadership, I thought that if I were clear enough, supportive enough, and gave my team all the right tools, things would…work. No drama, no confusion, just a well-oiled machine moving toward shared goals.

You can probably guess how that turned out.

The reality? Issues ...

Your first team meeting as a new manager sets the tone for how you'll be perceived. It's natural to feel overwhelmed. You might find yourself wondering:

• Will they respect me?
• Will they trust me?
• Will they follow my vision?
• How do I look?
• Should I be strictly professional or show my persona...

As you enter your first leadership role, one question often emerges: Is there a definitive "best" leadership style? Well...

First, let's describe a leadership style: it is a leader's characteristic approach to providing direction, implementing plans, and motivating people. It encompasses a l...