Accused of being a Micro Manager? It might be true – and you should...
I’ve done a few workshops where dealing with the accusation of being a “micro manager” has taken up a lot of time in the Q & A. It’s a topic that can really get people cranked up. Very often,...
View ArticleYou’re on a professional “desert island” when real-world, very human...
“I can NOT believe I’m in this situation!” She was putting her coat on at the end of our session, sounding pretty exasperated, but then – more sadly – she said, “I feel like I’m on a desert island.”...
View ArticleNot a natural authoritarian boss? It’s not necessary.
Here’s a classic, common situation for line and new supervisors: for whatever reason, an employee has begun having trouble managing his or her feelings, it’s tending to spill out, and may be affecting...
View ArticleWorkplace Coaching and Employee Assistance Programs (EAP’s) are tools...
One of my favorite examples illustrating the many benefits of “coaching” a line supervisor also happened because of the engagement and flexibility provided by a good Employee Assistance Program (EAP.)...
View ArticleBeing a Proactive Supervisor Doesn’t Mean Shooting from the Hip
As a new supervisor in today’s workplace, you certainly don’t need to sprint toward your people with fire in your eyes and a club in your hand to convince them you mean business. But it is also true...
View ArticleEven Though the Ex Continues to Be Exasperating the High Road Is the Best Way...
This audio briefly summarizes why you don’t want to give in to your frustrations and the ex’s provocations.
View ArticleExes aren’t always sure how to handle public encounters.
It’s more common than you might think that encounters between exes in public can generate a ton of anxiety and trepidation. I’ve been asked about this scenario many times:
View ArticleHelping Parents Isn’t That Complex, But That Doesn’t Mean Parenting Is Easy
I’ve taken another stab at an audio about what happens when a parent talks to me about their situation. For a variety of reasons I prefer to call what we do “consultation” rather than “coaching.” Our...
View Article“I’m NOT their Mother” says exasperated, old school-type supervisor about...
That’s certainly true, but probably beside the point. People bring all kinds of loaded, emotional baggage to work these days, but being from the old school is actually an asset to anyone who manages...
View ArticleIs Managing People Harder Than It Needs To Be? The Key to Being a Good Boss:...
Contrary to some schools of thought, successful “people management” is not a science (if anything it’s more of an art.) But it’s essentially a skill that can be learned. Some managers are naturally...
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