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“Check out.” “Disconnect.” “Unplug.” When it comes to preventing job burnout, conventional wisdom advises you to find ways of distancing yourself from your work. But while a hardcore “no work after 5 p.m.” policy or a two-week vacation may sound amazing, they’re not practical for most managers. What’s more, work demands aren’t the chief cause…

It’s “the most wonderful time of the year.” So why aren’t you happier? Sure, the rush of the season makes it harder to unwind and enjoy the here-and-now. But are external factors like holiday stress making you unhappy – or are you your own worst enemy? Twin research has proven that about 50 percent of…

Engaging in active listening? Check. Following through on commitments? Check. Leading by example? Check. If you’re like most bosses, you’ve already mastered management fundamentals like these. But if you really want to grow as a leader in the year ahead, you need to set the bar just a bit higher. Becoming a truly exceptional manager…

That hot leadership book you’re reading right now – you know, the one that promises to revolutionize the way you manage and inspire your team? It probably has about as much staying power as Pokemon Go. The simple truth is, sound leadership principles have remained pretty much the same for decades (some would argue centuries!).…

It’s one thing to realize that your business needs to alter its course. Figuring out exactly how to successfully change direction? Well, that’s something entirely different. A few weeks ago, we shared three reasons you should consider pivoting your business: Managing the increasing rate of change in our world Creating new opportunities to drive revenue…

Does the term “business pivot” strike fear in your heart – like a scary scene in a Halloween movie? It’s understandable. Fundamentally shifting the strategy you use to achieve your company’s mission may require big changes – in thinking, operations, offerings or even personnel. But knowing when and how to change direction can be the…

If you look up the definition of “happy” online (and we did), you’ll find synonyms like: Cheerful Merry Joyful Carefree Untroubled Brings a smile to your face, right? But while defining happiness is pretty simple, knowing how to achieve it is much more difficult. Where’d that smile go? Before it completely fades, remember this: nobody…

What’s good for the goose is good for the gander. As a leader, you regularly evaluate the performance of your team. But when’s the last time you evaluated your own performance – specifically in the area of leadership? Still thinking? Then you definitely want to read this post. Merely having the responsibilities of a leader…

Ever experienced focus so intense that you: Accomplish an amazing amount of high-quality work in a short period? Are impervious to distractions? Feel virtually unstoppable? Then you’ve been in a state of “flow.” Flow is a state in which you feel and perform your best. And it’s more than just a catch-phrase; studies validate its…

Use a “pay for performance” plan? A two-pronged goal-setting strategy may make sense for your team. In this thought Leaders post, author Mike Figliuolo explains two distinct types of goals – commit and stretch – and the role each plays in driving exceptional performance (especially when money is a primary incentive). Here’s a quick summary…