Category: people manager

  • difficult conversations with direct reports

    difficult conversations with direct reports

    Difficult conversations are part of life (and work). When you are managing the work and careers of others, you will inevitably have to tackle a difficult conversation topic, like negative performance feedback or personality issues, with the people who work for you. If you are nervous when you have these kinds of conversations, your intention…

  • managing others

    managing others

    At some point in your career, you become the “Boss.” You get the opportunity to manage the work and the careers of others. There are countless management and leadership articles and books that address this multifaceted topic. A lot of responsibility comes with the position. It is challenging to manage your work and the work…