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How NOT to fire someone

How NOT to fire someone

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How to have those “Tough Conversations” at work

How to have those “Tough Conversations” at work

Reading Time: 3 minutesHow many times have you heard “bad news doesn’t get better with age”? One of the most difficult things a leader must do is have tough conversations with co-workers, direct reports, or a boss. Whether it’s counseling someone for poor performance,...
3 Rules: Writing for Washington

3 Rules: Writing for Washington

Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Importance of Concise Writing in Washington D.C. Senior leaders in Washington DC rely heavily on the writing of experts, both on and off their staffs, to keep them informed and facilitate decision-making. A large portion of this information...
How to cut meetings in half

How to cut meetings in half

Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Productivity Challenge: Meetings as a Major Distraction   “What gets in the way of your productivity at work?” I ask this question all the time when I work with leadership teams. I hear a lot of the same answers: interruptions,...