Building a great team requires great leadership. If you notice your team is not as productive as usual, they seem burnt out, they have a lack of motivation, or they seem distracted, then it is time to step up and implement some team-building strategies. There are many team-building strategies out there, but I would like to share four that I believe can help out every team leader.
Read MoreLeading a team is a great responsibility; it requires great foresight, listening skills, a vision, and the ability to empower those who work with you, not just beneath you. While there are many different leadership styles, I think the right leader can adapt to their team to ensure everyone is getting what they need and the team continues to reach their goals and push on. So how do you know if you’re effectively leading your people? Well, to start you can ask yourself a few simple questions.
Read MoreWith about 18% of today’s labor force working part-time, managers need to be flexible when it comes to adapting to shifting dynamics of their staff. Part-time work has increased in an effort to save on the cost of full-time benefits and overtime charges, and many employees choose to work fewer hours due to their personal schedule or lifestyle. No matter the reason, managers and business owners need to know how to include these individuals into their work environment as efficiently as possible. Here are some helpful ways to achieve a successful integration:
Read MoreTaking on a management role is a huge accomplishment. Suddenly your own responsibilities aren’t the only thing on your plate. Now you are responsible for the actions of your entire team, and how your team performs is a reflection on your work as a leader. With your focus now having to stretch to fit your whole team’s goals, there’s unfortunately much more room for error. Here are four common mistakes to look out for as a team manager.
Read MoreBeing an effective leader is all about taking initiative to get to know your team and creating a solid foundation of trust. Once you have that relationship, you can modify your approach to find what works best for everyone. Until then, here are four steps to get you started:
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