I have been working in campus law enforcement for over 40 years; 35 of them as a supervisor or director. When it comes to addressing personnel issues, I have a lot of experience. Managing people is, ...

Only half of managers feel comfortable telling employees 'not yet' on promotions. New research reveals why these career conversations go wrong and how to fix them.

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When we think of what makes a successful manager, we often think of those with a clear vision to guide their team toward strategic goals, who have the ability to inspire and empower employees and who ...

In business, leadership, and personal relationships, the ability to manage difficult conversations is a critical skill. Whether it is addressing underperformance, negotiating a contract, delivering ...

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When it comes to taking on difficult conversations with employees, many leaders would rather do almost anything else. The thing is, if you’re a leader, you don’t want to do anything that might upset ...

Most people don’t relish the thought of difficult conversations and research from the Chartered Management Institute found that 57% of managers would do almost anything to avoid one[i]. According to ...

Their nervous systems, approach to cognitive appraisals, and relationship strategies work together in ways that reduce threat, increase clarity, and preserve connection, even when a conversation is ...