Conflict is an inescapable part of life. Learn how to develop your own conflict management style with the five conflict management styles, the pro's and con's of each style, and when to use each of the styles.
Are turnover costs taking a generous bite out of your company’s expected profits? Here is a rundown of top employee retention ideas and how to implement them.
Sometimes giving peer recognition can be tricky. That’s why in this post, we’ll be offering eight great ideas on how to effectively give peer recognition in the workplace.
Constructive feedback for managers is just as important as constructive feedback for employees. When employees feel seen and heard, they will be more open to the constructive feedback that their manager provides them.
In this post, we’ll be sharing eleven great quotes on the subject of peer recognition, and discuss why they’re so important and relevant to your business.
Virtual employee appreciation is becoming more important than ever. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to show your remote team recognition for their accomplishments and build morale.
Everything you need to know about peer feedback in the workplace -- why peer feedback is important, how to ask and receive it, and possible downsides to peer feedback.
There are many different ways that you can offer recognition to a fellow peer in the workplace; in this post, we’ll be taking a look at eight different types of peer recognition awards and hopefully give you an idea of how you can give recognition to peers at your job.
Most businesses value customer appreciation, but what about coworker appreciation? Implementing a culture of appreciation in the workplace can increase morale and overall productivity.
Imagine yourself adrift on a kiteboard with a deflated sail in the middle of the Caribbean, waiting to be rescued. CEO of Canva, Melanie Perkins, definitely can.
According to a 2010 Journal of Personality and Social Psychology study, when people are thanked for their efforts they feel encouraged to provide more help in the future. Leaders that show appreciation and recognition make their teams feel valued for their work contributions.
"I was tired of being a founder and desperately needed a break," said Leah Culver in 2013. Fast forward today, Culver recently sold her third startup, a podcast app called Breaker, to Twitter. However, it wasn’t always a piece of cake.
According to Harvard Business Review, one secret to teamwork is “optimally design[ing] tasks and processes.” Your team can’t collaborate effectively if there are no systems in place.
According to Harvard Business Review, one advantage of being a leader is getting more time to macro-manage. It’s the opposite of micromanaging, in the sense where you get a bird’s eye.
According to Harvard Business Review, “decisions are more effective when more people are involved from the start.” The more the merrier, right? Right. Great leaders know that asking for team input will yield the best decisions, uncover blind spots, and show peer appreciation.
According to Harvard Business Review, choosing the “right metrics” to measure success and feasibility enables teams to get a strong grasp on their goals. Being intentional with how you pick goals will help your team make informed decisions and contribute to the company’s success.
According to a 2018 Journal of Leadership Education study, researchers found that integrating stories led to “mental mapping,” a method to help individuals understand how their organization functions.
Creating a resume that reflects your job experience, personality, and leaves a lasting impression can be tricky, but not impossible. Here are ways to write up a resume that will catch a hiring manager’s eye.
Barack Obama has made some of the biggest decisions in our lifetime. Just like him, we’re consistently making tough decisions. Recently, Obama took the time to share how he made decisions during his presidency.
According to a 2014 Annual Review of Psychology study, practicing positive affirmations led to improvements in education, relationships, and health. Your thoughts orient your actions.