Jason Cortel 
If you’ve been paying attention to the news, you know that layoffs are happening all over the country. Companies are downsizing and cutting costs wherever they can. Managers determine who to furlough by stack ranking their employees. Right now, managers … Read more
Meetings with your manager can be stressful. You want to ensure that you are presenting yourself in the best light and communicating effectively. An often-overlooked aspect of these meetings is the follow-up. Doing so demonstrates your commitment to the topics … Read more
It can be difficult when a company is forced to conduct layoffs. When making this decision, there are many factors to consider, and it can be tough to know whom to let go of. This blog post will discuss the … Read more
Employees can make or break the culture of your office. Their contributions to culture are one of the most important aspects of keeping a team cohesive and productive. When coaching employees on culture, it’s important to remember that everyone contributes … Read more
Networking is essential for any employee who wants to get ahead in the workplace. But networking with key executives and managers can be especially beneficial. Building a strong network at work allows you to get things done quickly, make lasting … Read more
Setting goals is one of the best ways to reach success. When setting goals, it’s important to make them as specific and attainable as possible. That’s where the concept of SMART goals comes in. In this blog post, we’ll explain … Read more
It’s no secret that good managers are critical to the success of any organization. A study by Gallup showed that poor management is the number one reason employees leave their jobs. But many leaders don’t realize it’s not just about … Read more
Forced rankings, or stack ranking, is a process that ranks or compares employees against each other. This system is often used in conjunction with performance reviews and can be a very harmful practice for employees. Managers often have blind spots … Read more
As a manager, you must focus your efforts on coachable employees. Why? Because these employees are more likely to improve their performance and reach their goals. In this blog post, we will discuss four ways to assess if an employee … Read more
When an employee’s job performance declines, the manager may need to take corrective action. This process is often called the Performance Improvement Plan process, or PIP. In this article, we will discuss the guidelines for managers when implementing a PIP. … Read more
In any workplace, things can go wrong. When this happens, it’s easy for employees to get caught up in who’s to blame instead of focusing on how best to move forward. As a manager, you must foster an environment of … Read more
We’ve all had them in our office–the likable personality hire who seems to get away with everything. Likable workers dress the part, act the part, and play the game. However, they’re always late, do as little work as possible, and … Read more