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Creating a Culture of Open Communication: A Leader's Approach to Difficult Conversation
In today’s rapidly changing workplace, leaders face a host of challenges that demand both resilience and adaptability. One of the most impac
Oct 30, 20245 min read
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The Importance of Active Listening in Difficult Workplace Conversations
In every workplace, challenging conversations are inevitable. Whether it’s addressing a conflict, giving critical feedback
Oct 30, 20244 min read
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Mastering Conflict Resolution: Essential Skills for Effective Leadership
Introduction: In the dynamic landscape of business, conflicts are inevitable. Whether they arise from differences in perspectives, goals,...
Feb 2, 20243 min read
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Effective Communication: A Key Leadership Skill
Introduction In the dynamic landscape of today's business world, effective leadership is more crucial than ever. One of the fundamental...
Nov 21, 20233 min read
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Dealing with the Constant Complainer: The Leadership Champ's Guide to Effective Employee Management
Introduction: In every workplace, you're likely to encounter an employee who seems to perpetually find fault with everything and...
Jul 4, 20234 min read
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The Importance of Having Difficult Workplace Conversations
In any workplace, difficult conversations are an inevitable part of the job. Whether it's discussing a mistake that was made, giving...
Jan 12, 20233 min read
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Does the search for 'talent' actually hold us back from developing our employees?
In my corporate workshops I often talk with participants about taking a coach approach to leadership . Rather than seeing themselves as a...
Jul 25, 20223 min read
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The Behaviour Isn’t The F***ing Person
In this episode the guys talk about the importance of separating behaviour and opinion from the person. In a seemingly ever polarising...
Sep 9, 20212 min read
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Speak Up! ... 'You should fire him' ... What Next?
In our workshops I will discuss with participants how, despite planning out what you are going to say beforehand, often when the 'action'...
Mar 10, 20215 min read
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I Can't Work With You When You're Like This ...
In my corporate workshops I often talk to participants about taking early proactive management action when they first notice an issue...
Feb 26, 20214 min read
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Don't Let Vikings Invade Your Organization?
Do you have co-workers or employees who cause you stress? Are you trying to implement a change of system, process or structure in your...
Feb 18, 20211 min read
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This Is Why The Feedback Sandwich Is A S**t Sandwich
In my corporate workshops I often talk about the limitations of the popular feedback model the 'feedback sandwich'. In this article...
Feb 5, 20216 min read
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A Viking, a Construction Worker and a Graduate walk into a bar ....
Both in our corporate workshops and our recently published book 'I Need To F***ing Talk To You - The Art Of Navigating Difficult...
Jan 15, 20214 min read
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Are People Really 'Unmanageable'?
Both in our corporate workshops and our recently published book 'I Need To F***ing Talk To You - The Art Of Navigating Difficult...
Dec 14, 20204 min read
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The importance of having candid dialogue to improve individual and team performance.
The importance to having candid dialogue to improve individual and team performance.
Jul 15, 20202 min read
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Managing underperforming employees during COVID-19 - the incredibly easy method that works for all.
Over the past couple of months, our clients have been asking 'How do I manage under performing remote workers?' In the initial weeks...
Jun 17, 20202 min read
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How Can I Address Performance Issues With My Remote Team?
A question I've been asked over the past week by clients is 'How Do I Manage The Performance Of Remote Workers?' As one manager put it...
Apr 28, 20204 min read
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Use the B.E.E.F Model to Correct Employee Behaviour
Russell Stratton, president and leadership champion with Bluegem Learning. I work with organizations just like yours to help managers...
Apr 24, 20193 min read
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How to Have That "Tough Conversation" with a Problematic Employee
If you're a manager who feels that they spend 80% of their time dealing with 20% of their team members then you’re not alone! We’ve all...
Apr 12, 20199 min read
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