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Management training and employee retention: 6 ways to improve both

Insperity

Prioritize mentorship. First-time supervisors may be vulnerable to making rookie mistakes when it comes to everyday scenarios, like motivating and coaching the team, providing constructive feedback or disciplining employees. Construct comprehensive succession plans. Teach delegation. Value every contribution.

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7 ways to delegate better and unleash your team’s full potential

Work Life

Effective delegation is a vital skill for managers. One common misconception is that delegation is merely about assigning tasks. Effective delegation is about empowering others and maximizing the potential of your collective team. Self-evaluate how well you delegate It is essential to evaluate how well you delegate tasks.

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How Culture Plays a Role in Business Success

The Receptionist

This is how David Pfosi, owner of Edge Construction , runs his company. He is aware the construction industry can sometimes be known for “yelling and screaming and dirty language,” but wanted to bring a higher degree of professionalism to his clients. Clients are, of course, central to his business, but so are his employees.

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8 must-have leadership traits for current and future leaders

Insperity

Prioritizing quality and results over time spent in the office. Look for managers and employees who enjoy teaching others to do a task independently, and are eager to delegate if it means greater efficiency and happier, more fulfilled employees. Accept feedback and constructive criticism well. Who makes a strong leader?

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Impatience: Why It’s a Leader’s Biggest Downfall

John Mattone

Impatience emerges when leaders prioritize quick results at the expense of thoughtful, strategic decision-making. Many leaders feel impatient due to the relentless pressure to deliver fast results, often prioritizing speed over thoughtful, long-term impact. It undermines personal growth and the stability of the entire organization.

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4 leadership tips from Tara VanDerveer, the winningest college basketball coach of all time

Work Life

Make it a point to understand their concerns and aspirations, and provide constructive feedback that helps them grow. Prioritize efficient communication During high-stakes moments, such as a tight game or a critical business meeting, VanDerveer’s strategy is to focus on “putting out the biggest fire.”

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Here’s Why Successful Leaders Embrace Bidirectional Feedback

John Mattone

While leaders often prioritize giving constructive feedback to their teams, the most successful leaders also understand the importance of receiving feedback from their direct reports. It includes a mix of positive feedback to reinforce effective behaviors and constructive criticism to address areas requiring change.