
Here’s how to lead in ways that draw out the best of human nature.
What if your team felt so comfortable sharing their ideas and concerns that innovation flowed effortlessly? This isn’t a fantasy. It’s the result of cultivating psychological safety. Here’s how leaders can foster this kind of thriving environment.

Want to instantly become a better leader? Do this one thing.
Want to instantly become a better leader? Do this one thing: Understand and manage your own behaviors and emotions. Here are four ways to be more self-aware.

Four things leaders can do to spot bad bosses
Here’s a harsh reality: Bad bosses thrive in organizations where senior executives don’t look closely enough. Here are four things leaders can do to spot bad bosses.

The “feedback sandwich” doesn’t work. Here’s what to do instead.
The “feedback sandwich”—a compliment, followed by criticism, wrapped up with another compliment is well-intentioned, but often feels insincere and leaves employees focused on the negative. Feedback feels like criticism rather than guidance. Here’s what to do instead.

Three ways to cut through hierarchy
Hierarchy is here to stay, but we can minimize its downsides with intentional communication and leadership practices. Here are three ways to cut through hierarchy.

Want a simple, effective way to improve team morale? Use check-ins.
Want a simple, effective way to improve team morale? Use check-ins. These quick, five-minute informal conversations can make a huge difference in how employees feel about their work.

Employees resisting change? Here’s how to change that.
Employees resisting change? Use insight prompts to spark innovation.