This article from CloserIQ states that "Many sales leaders simply don't know how to run a coaching meeting effectively." While this article is focused on sales associates, the information can be used in any setting. Here are my takeaways: 1. Schedule regular meetings and stick to the schedule. Whether it’s weekly, monthly or quarterly, get it on your calendars and make it happen. Unless it’s an extreme emergency, do not cancel the one-on-one as it sends a message to your team

Are the words and phrases you're using hindering your ability to communicate with upper management? Is your vocabulary weakening your motivational message to your team? You spend your day influencing and impacting those around you in a positive manner. And yet chances are, you are unintentionally using language that is undermining your impact and your career. Words and phrases to stop using TODAY: Like (you're not a teenager anymore) If you have a minute This may be a dumb qu

You know those emails. The ones that nag everyone about a procedure that one person doesn’t follow. You may think it's easier to send a message out to the whole team rather than confront the person. Not only is this a waste of time, it is a big demotivator for those who are doing the right thing. Here’s an example: Jared is constantly late for meetings. He usually pops in on the video call five minutes late and is disruptive to the discussion. It has been happening the last m

How many times have you put off something because you didn't know how to approach your boss or upper management? Like a new idea. Or a raise for an employee or yourself. Or justifying the need for more resources. Here are some proven strategies straight out Emerging Leader Workshop: 1. Prepare the Appropriate Amount of Detail: Prepare in advance and think about the amount of detail your boss prefers. Does she want summary information and bullets, or does he like pages of deta