Conversations about taking a sick day often reveal more about workplace culture than one might expect. For many professionals, what should be a simple request to rest turns into a back-and-forth about ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover corporate culture, employee engagement, and leadership. In a recent conversation with legendary executive coach Marshall ...

When we think of what makes a successful manager, we often think of those with a clear vision to guide their team toward strategic goals, who have the ability to inspire and empower employees and who ...

One commenter came to the employee’s defense saying, “Even managers use ChatGPT to draft emails.” Another pointed out that ...

For some restaurant managers, holding employees accountable is second nature. For others, it’s a nerve-wracking challenge. They don’t want to come across as mean, risk pushback, or damage ...

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At around 12:30 p.m. on March 5, Adriane Smith stopped by the desks of the three people who report to her and offered an apology. "I'm so sorry," she told her colleagues, who at first—not surprisingly ...

If you want to hit the ground running in 2025 while leading your team, there are three key conversations you should have, according to leadership experts. First off, a little context: Good listening, ...

Christine Cruzvergara has managed over 100 people in her career across universities and corporate spaces, but becoming a boss wasn't an easy transition. Cruzvergara, now the chief education strategy ...

Managers play a big role in how employees feel work, accounting for 70% of variance in employee engagement. For this reason, manager-to-direct-report recognition is vital for creating a culture where ...

Tough talk can be, well, tough. But it’s also critical for ensuring your team is working at its best. Learn what holds managers back and how to remove the block that may be hurting your bottom line.