Middle managers often carry a heavier load than front-line leaders and even executives. Caught between the demands of executives and the needs of their front-line managers, middle management can be stretched uncomfortably thin. Daily, they must be responsive to executives while also ensuring everyone below them is equipped to execute on company objectives. Yet, only […]
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Managers are regularly sandwiched between balancing company leadership’s expectations while supporting the needs of the employees they lead. While the role of middle management tends to focus on daily operations, it is important not to overlook the opportunity to nurture continuous improvement within teams. Many companies operate in evolving business landscapes which can be tricky
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If your company is in a period of accelerated growth, youâre likely hiring swiftly to meet demand. It can feel like an optimistic time in a business, but there could be trouble brewing behind the scenes. There are two essential things to focus on regarding your newly hired employees: a robust onboarding program that is
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Companies hire and promote people in a predictable pattern: bring on a great new team member, then move them up to management once theyâve proven themselves in their role. Promoting people to management is an excellent way to reward valuable employees and drive engagement. Or is it? Some employees do very well in the technical
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The demands and pressures on managers in a post-pandemic workplace are higher than ever. Middle managers fuel organizational performance by connecting executive strategy to front-line performance. They often juggle multiple priorities with little support and recognition. If you donât see value or impact from this level of leadership, itâs time to examine your companyâs approach
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Background The Twine Loft and Artisan Inn is a collection of historic buildings scattered throughout the picturesque town of Trinity, NL. Tineke Gow started the business in 1991 as a two-bedroom bed and breakfast with one employee open only during the months of July and August. Over a 30-year time span the business grew to include
Ten years ago, I was a frustrated employee trying to figure out how to deal with a manager who, to put it mildly, was very hands-on! As I ccâd my manager on yet another email, I vowed that I would never micromanage my team should I ever become a manager. Three months later I was
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Weâve all heard it. Some of us, including me, have said it. âFeedback is a gift!â But is it? Effective feedback conversations are an essential tool for helping everyone in a company improve performance and develop into the best version of themselves. But I see these 4 words posted so often on LinkedIn (no shame
Recognizing the hard work of your employees is a crucial step in making sure that your employees remain engaged, motivated, and inspired. Unfortunately, a lot of companies and managers are either not giving their employees any recognition, or they are not giving the type of recognition that employees find meaningful. This means recognition is not
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If you have an employee on your team who is not performing at the level you know they can perform at, it is important that you diagnose the real issue behind their performance problem. If you do not diagnose the REAL issue behind the employeeâs performance, it will not matter how much feedback you give
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