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While it is easy to assume that pay and perks are the primary reasons employees leave organizations, recent research reveal a different story: most employees quit due to poor leadership, not compensation. According to Gallup’s 2024 State of the Global Workplace report, 52% of voluntarily exiting employees said their manager or leadership directly influenced their […]

Have you ever avoided a conversation to maintain harmony? Many business owners and managers indicate they postpone giving feedback or addressing performance issues with employees due to discomfort with conflict, being too busy, or believing the team will not be significantly affected. However, keeping the peace can negatively impact your bottom line. Here’s how: When […]

Managers in today’s dynamic business landscape face numerous challenges that affect their ability to lead high-performing teams. These challenges often revolve around: 1. Working Environments – Between remote/hybrid setups or multiple locations, teams are scattered. It is tough to keep everyone connected and easy for people to feel left out or isolated. 2. Evolving technology […]

How did you celebrate Employee Appreciation Day in March? Did it sneak up on you? When appreciation is part of your company culture EVERY day, employee engagement increases. In today’s world, people want to be recognized for their contributions and know they are making an impact. This is why appreciation is one of the four […]

Would you do business with someone you didn’t trust? The level of trust impacts business relationships with employees, clients, and colleagues. In fact, a recent U.S. Business survey indicated 22% employees have left a company because of trust issues. Being honest and transparent with your team members builds trust within your organization. When I was […]

Evolving technology and remote working environments are here to stay, which complicates communication across an organization. We may think our endless communication choices of social media, IM’s, texts, and emails keep us connected and informed. According to Gallup, people are feeling more disconnected from their workplace, with what is being called in 2025 “the Great […]