Let’s be honest — dealing with toxic employees is one of the hardest parts of leadership. Not because we don’t know what to do on paper, but because in real life, things get blurry: They’re high performers but create chaos behind the scenes They’re charming upward but corrosive sideways They cross lines without “technically” breaking rules Or worst of all … Read More
You Don’t Have a Culture Problem. You Have a Leadership Problem.
We’ve all heard the line:“Culture eats strategy for breakfast.”And it’s true. But what’s rarely said—at least, honestly—is what it actually costs to change culture. Because it’s not about posters, perks, or inspirational all-hands meetings. Transforming culture means living your values out loud, even when it’s inconvenient. Especially when it’s inconvenient.It’s not about what you say.It’s about what people see you … Read More
Don’t Ask for a Raise Unless You’re Ready to Walk
Most advice about asking for a raise is polite. Too polite. It tells you to build a case, pick the right time, rehearse your tone. But here’s the truth:If you need to ask for a raise, your company is already behind. Great managers—ones who value your work and want to keep you—adjust compensation before you have to bring it up. … Read More
Why Emotionally Intelligent Leaders Outperform Under Pressure
We’ve all seen it happen. A company hires a new leader with strong credentials and high expectations. A year later, they’re gone—pushed out after a string of missteps, missed targets, and a culture that never quite clicked. Then, a second leader steps in. Same company. Same challenges. Yet within the same timeframe, this leader earns the team’s trust, improves performance, … Read More
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