Posts by Mary London Goshert
Leader-to-Leader Advice on Managing People
Learn more about developing, leading and managing people from this Q&A session with Roam Buckhead General Manager, Chad Turner. Q: What lessons have you have learned from managing people? A: If I could only choose one lesson, it would be to lead with a developmental bias. As a leader, it is your responsibility to…
Read MoreBetter Management, Tailor-Made
Don’t let your style of management suffer from a one-size-fits-all approach. The purpose of your style goes far beyond mere self-expression. When you tailor your technique, it shows you care about the individual needs of your employees. For a bespoke management style, tap into Dr. Paul Hersey’s Situational Leadership® Model. The concept is simple, although…
Read MoreMore Than Words… Expressing Thanks at Work
Can you remember the last time you felt recognized or appreciated by your boss? Hopefully it was today or sometime recently! However, broad studies by Gallup say that 20–30% of workers in the US rarely get recognition or that their best work is ignored. A more industry-specific study put the number at a staggering 70%!…
Read MoreEffective Employee Retention Strategy: The 3 R’s to Retaining Great Employees
What makes great employees great? It’s often a combination of experience, passion, and belief in the company’s mission. No new hire is guaranteed to be great, and often younger employees take time to grow into their greatness over time. Employee retention rate, especially for young professionals, is notoriously low. Many will look around for greener…
Read MoreMake Strategy Your Sidekick
Business today requires adaptability and agility. To get in the game, let alone stay in it, you must be able to pivot with confidence. And just how do you pivot with confidence? Utilizing strategic planning. The word strategy often inflicts an overwhelming and daunting feeling. There is a disbelief that only those at the top…
Read More5 Videos to Help You Flex Your Strategy Muscles
Neither health nor strategy is a final destination. Each is a journey. As individuals and as companies, we must consistently strive to maintain our current achievements and set stretch goals for our future. To help you beef up your strategy muscles, we’ve compiled five videos from leading business school professors. Check them out on your…
Read MoreStrategy: Beyond the PowerPoint Deck
The evolution of your business strategy requires that you think beyond PowerPoint decks, forecasting and competitive analysis. What’s missing? Storytelling. This is no tall tale. Discover how stories can enhance your strategic thinking and help you get the green light so your killer strategy sees the light of day. There’s nothing like a great story.…
Read MoreCrazy Thoughts on Work-Life Balance
Am I the only guy strange enough to wonder what actually happens when the dog catches the bus? Interestingly enough, I saw it occur once and the result was so disappointing. The dog ran around and barked loudly in a state of complete confusion but never even attempted to get on the bus. Apparently it…
Read MoreTwo Keys to Enhancing Your Work-Life Harmony
The new year is upon us. If your goals include being more productive and less stressed, then resolve to work smarter. Read on for insights that will help you jumpstart the new year. And don’t expect these changes to fizzle out after January 31. What you’ll need in order to make the most of these…
Read MoreReframing Work-Life “Balance” for Reality
At the heart of work-life balance are great intentions. And yet, the time is ripe for a jolt of reality and a dose of personalization. Let’s reframe work-life balance so we can thrive! Consider for a minute the word balance and the contexts in which we hear it. Do you believe Congress will ever agree upon…
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