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Is coaching SMART?

Guest blogger: Jerry Murphy Since the economic crisis shook the earth a few years ago, organizations and the people in them have had to shift gears in confronting almost daily challenges and uncertainty. Managers and executives have found themselves not only dealing with transitions, new assignments, and fewer supports…but also increasing performance expectations. Faced with […]

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Be a Star Manager: 5 more ways to improve your relationships with your people

Developing healthy, productive, rewarding relationships with the people who work with you can pay big dividends—for them and for you. Last week, I listed five suggestions to help you do this. Here are five more: 6. Request feedback for yourself, demonstrate humility Demonstrate your willingness to grow and change along with them. A critical piece […]

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Be a Star Manager: 5 ways to improve your relationships with your people

For better or worse, there is no magic wand for creating healthy, productive, and rewarding relationships with the people who work with you and for you. Just roll up your sleeves and make a genuine commitment to engaging your troops. It will pay big dividends—for them, for you, and for the business. Here are five […]

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