How to achieve balance as a leader
Leaders need to have a strong back and a soft front meaning they are sturdy, confident and assertive but also open, compassionate and caring.
How to navigate people who are different than you
As a leader, it is your job to understand and appreciate different work styles. This will help enable your team to work better as a group.
How to be strategic
The more senior you become as a leader, the more important it becomes to be strategic. In this post, we uncover what it means to be strategic.
2 practical strategies to motivate your people
What motivates people is actually a complex question. Here we dive into two answers: one research-backed, and one from personal experience.
Why are you feeling guilty?
Are you feeling guilty as a leader? Guilt is a tricky emotion. Here is my strategy to manage your guilt as a leader to perform at your best.
How do I motivate someone with a different work-style?
This week my client Tahj asked me a great question. “Vanessa…can I get someone on my team to be more…
5 Proven Ways to Build High Trust
To build a high-performing team, you need to first start with building high-trust relationships. Here are 5 proven ways to build high trust.
How to Develop Your People
If you're struggling to onboard and develop your team, here are two critical steps to developing your people into a high-performing team.
How to give feedback when someone gets defensive.
Do you know how to give feedback when someone gets defensive? Find out what you can do when someone reacts defensively...
5 ways to manage the growing demands of your team
There are a lot of expectations placed on leaders these days. Not only are you expected to achieve your business goals, but you are also expected to manage the growing demands of your team. Here's some help!