Adaptive Leadership: Thriving in a World of Constant Change
Hey there, future-focused leaders! Today, we’re diving into a crucial topic for anyone looking to succeed in our rapidly evolving world: adaptive leadership. In an era where change is the only constant, being an adaptive leader isn’t just a nice-to-have skill – it’s essential for survival and success. Let’s explore what adaptive leadership means and […]
Tackling Negativity: How to Manage a High-Performing but Negative Employee
Dealing with a high-performing employee who’s also a Negative Nancy can feel like juggling flaming swords. You need their skills, but their attitude is dragging everyone down. So, how do you handle this tightrope walk? Let’s break it down into some snappy steps that’ll help you tackle the negativity while keeping the team vibe alive. […]
Keeping the Peace: How to Handle Election Drama at Work
Hey there, leaders! With the 2024 elections coming in hot, you’re probably bracing for some workplace fireworks. Political chatter can turn your office into a minefield faster than you can say “electoral college.” So, how do you keep the peace without turning into the fun police? Let’s dive in! The Election Elephant in the Room […]
Stop An Emotional Hijacking In Its Tracks
Emotional Hijacking happens to all of us every once in a while. Think back to the last time you were bubbling over with frustration or anger at work, trying to keep it together, and then you blew up. You just said what you felt and thought. And shortly after, you regretted it. That’s emotional hijacking. […]
The Rocks Holding You Down in Your Emotional Baggage
Emotional baggage refers to the symbolic “rocks” or “weight” we carry around with us: the feelings about ourselves, our work, and the experiences that negatively affect us. What you worry about = your emotional baggage. These things take up space in your mind and drag you down in many ways. What you carry around with […]
Navigating Uncertainty as an Awesome Leader
Dear Leaders Navigating Uncertainty, It’s your job to acknowledge uncertainty outside of your control and guide employees back to focusing on work. It’s not your job to fix things for them. Love, Leila That’s a version of the note I send to each executive I’m coaching when they tell me they’re bogged down helping someone […]
Laying Off Employees is Hard
Laying off employees is hard but sometimes unavoidable. While some leaders are scrambling to retain employees, others realize they’re overstaffed. Their business needs are changing, and that means laying off employees. I don’t think anyone likes laying people off. I don’t think anyone feels good about it. (If you do, you’re not a leader. You’re […]
The Power of Recognition
Are you harnessing the power of recognition? Why is recognition so important anyway? Does it really impact the bottom line? You might be surprised, so come on, managers, let’s talk about the power of recognition. Providing recognition in the workplace is a must, especially during tough times. Here’s why: #1: Recognition is free. Need I […]
Admitting Mistakes the Right Way
Are you admitting mistakes the right way? We’ve all made mistakes at work. We’ve experienced that moment of panic when you realize you messed up. Hot face, racing heart, pit in your stomach. Yeah, it isn’t fun. No one likes to mess up or fail, yet we all do it fairly regularly. The important question […]
Managing Change
Managing change in the workplace can be tricky. Your brain doesn’t want to change. Your brain is lazy. But guess what, so is mine. Maybe now you’re thinking, “Ahhh, wait a second. I thought the goal of reading your messages was to inspire me–not insult me!?” I want to get your attention–not insult you. And […]
