Today’s office design trends are focused on creating welcoming spaces that are comfortable, encourage collaboration and nurture creativity. These modern designs are creating work environments where employees are more productive, happier and energized.  Here are six design concepts currently trending: Flexible Office Space Flexible office space is...

When was the last time you told a co-worker, colleague or employee how much they are valued? Employee appreciation is a critical aspect of employee retention. When employees feel appreciated for the work they do, they're happier and more likely to be engaged. Here are eight...

As a manager, I hated writing performance reviews. I worked hard to make them reflective of achievements, performance and goals. I would spend hours reading the peer and self-evaluations and then writing examples to support my scores.  In the end, it was a grand waste...

By next year, millennials will represent fifty percent of the global workforce. This generation reads, writes and interprets information differently. It’s important to understand the differences in communication styles so conversations will be more relatable. Try these five steps to guide your communications with the...

Once you have decided you are ready to resign, you want to leave in a professional manner.  The key to resigning professionally is all about having a plan and paying attention to the details. I have outlined the steps you should consider when making this...

Recent studies have found that remote workers are more productive, happier and achieve a better work-life balance. As more organizations are using remote workers, managing these workers is a skill every manager will need to learn.  Here are several tips I found helpful when managing...

Twas the night before Christmas when all through the house Not a creature was stirring not even a mouse The dishes were done, the presents were wrapped The dogs were happily taking a nap We’d just settled down to watch our favorite Christmas movie When in the distance I heard...

Whether you're a business owner, a manager, or a co-worker, you've most likely felt the stress and anxiety that come from facing the need to initiate a crucial (and possibly uncomfortable) conversation. A crucial conversation is any conversation where the stakes are high, emotions run...