Jason Cortel 
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
One of the managers’ most important tasks is communicating effectively with their team. This includes both providing information and feedback. One of the biggest challenges in communication is getting the point across clearly and concisely. This can be especially difficult … Read more
When was the last time you were told to have fun? The answer is probably never, but it’s a reality for many employees in the workplace. Forced team-building events and mandatory work fun activities are back in style. You could … Read more
If you’re reading this, you likely suspect your workplace might be toxic. Maybe you’ve been feeling stressed, anxious, or even depressed lately, and you can’t help but wonder if your workplace is to blame. Or maybe you’ve noticed some red … Read more
If you’re stuck in your ways, you’re not alone. It can be easy to get comfortable with things and resist change. But to be a successful manager, staying current and adapting to new ideas is important. Here are 8 outdated … Read more
At first glance, you might not think that quiet leaders would be very effective. After all, leadership is often thought of as a loud and boisterous activity. However, there are many advantages and strengths to being a quiet leader. Some … Read more
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “why is my employee performing poorly?” you’re not alone. Unfortunately, many managers need help to coach their employees when they’re not meeting expectations. This blog post will discuss ten common causes of poor employee performance … Read more