Strategic planning is only a valuable investment in organization’s future if your board and staff are ready.

Delegation is a nuanced process that requires planning, communication, and trust. When done right, it enhances productivity, strengthens your team, and frees up time for leaders to focus on strategic priorities.

Productive conflict is a powerful tool for solving problems and maintaining strong relationships. However, few of us know how to use conflict for good. Instead, we allow our emotions to guide our responses.

Building trust in a new team takes time and effort, but it is only way to create a productive and positive team.

Leaders must understand and embrace that managing and leading others should be a conscious choice, not a happy accident that came with a raise and title upgrade.

With five generations in the workforce—Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z—managing this diverse group presents unique challenges and opportunities.

Productive conflict is a valuable problem-solving tool.

Here is what I have been reading.

What I’ve been reading this week.

Start with the simple things – clear expectations, open two-way communication, and sincere concern for your team – and you will be on the right path to success as a leader of other leaders.