Morale is measured in the extent an individual's needs are being met and the level of satisfaction they gain from what they do. Morale is high when there is interest in and enthusiasm for the job one does. Morale is [...]
In any successful organization, certain decisions are best made by teams--especially when those teams must take responsibility for and act on those decisions. An interesting study analyzed how team members’ attitudes and perceptions developed before and during team decision-making. The [...]
Few would argue against these being challenging times. Almost all of us--either individually or collectively--are staring adversity in the face daily and seeking ways to thrive in this difficult period. A 32-year longitudinal study of children from 'at risk' backgrounds [...]
Change threatens us all, especially when it occurs in organizations in which we hold valued positions. Changes to culture, structures, practices, or behaviors threaten our sense of self within the organization. Will we have a place, and if so, what [...]
Sports organizations are constantly in search of high-performing athletes who can contribute to a team's success. Predicting success in sports, however, is a daunting task. A recent study may provide some empirical evidence that high-performers or more aptly, champions, possess [...]
Those who achieve the greatest success in business, sport, or life consistently employ psychological skills and behavioral actions that optimize both focus and learning which enable them to successfully negotiate the inevitable challenges of positive growth and change. In contrast, [...]
On July 2, 1996 lighting ignited a small fire about 7 miles from Glenwood Springs, Colorado. It smoldered and grew slowly in the remote, mountainous location. By July 5th, however, residents detected the now rapidly growing fire and firefighters were [...]
In these trying and tumultuous times, uncertainty appears to accompany every decision we make. And uncertain decisions are rife with risk. We just don't know how it is going to turn out--good or bad. Recent research offers some insight into [...]
Given the importance of leadership, many organizations substantially invest in developing their current and future leaders. They have thoughtful and effective leadership development programs that combine training, practice, and cultivation--all intended to professionally grow and nurture leaders. Like many organizations, the Unites [...]
The COVID-19 pandemic has made virtual teams a reality in almost every organization. Having proven effective, convenient and cost-effective, virtual represents a new team dynamic that is here to stay. New team dynamics require new leadership skills. With team members [...]
The advantages of being an unethical leader tend to be few and short-lived. A quick profit, a deceptive use of resources, an illusory promise may gain an easy advantage, but those deceived are not likely let it happen a second [...]
In times of uncertainty, stress is inevitable. Lacking a reasonable level of confidence in future events and their outcomes possess significant challenges to devising strategies, making decisions, and taking decisive action--particularly when the risks are great. Taking no action at [...]
In these tumultuous times, it is not 'business as usual' and it likely will never be what it once was. So, what do we do? Specifically, what can leaders do to successfully navigate their organization thorough uncertainty and crisis? [...]
In this time of COVED-19 induced locked downs and shut-ins, working remotely has become a new normal. With remote workers comes the need for virtual leadership. The majority of research on remote leadership effectiveness is not encouraging. But one study [...]
According to Forbes (2017), “when a company has an innovative culture, it'll grow easily, despite the fact that the creative process isn't always simple.” An innovative culture requires innovators. But how do we identify them, and once identified, how do [...]