Before you jump into that leadership role, read this

Starting a new job as an executive is exciting and overwhelming. You are entering a new role or organization, and making a solid first impression is essential. There is a tendency to “jump right in” and make big decisions thinking you need to prove they made the right decision picking you. That would be a…

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The Pathway to an effective hybrid workforce

Out of necessity, the concept of a hybrid workforce has gained immense popularity due to the pandemic. However, out of urgency, most companies transitioned to a remote or hybrid workforce “on the fly.” Now companies are trying to build a sustainable hybrid model that balances the flexibility of remote work and the benefits of in-person…

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Imposter Syndrome is a real thing…

Imposter Syndrome is a psychological pattern in which individuals doubt their accomplishments and fear being exposed as a fraud. It is a common experience that affects people of all ages, genders, and professional backgrounds. Imposter Syndrome leads to feelings of inadequacy, low self-esteem, and anxiety, ultimately limiting an individual’s potential. Imposter Syndrome at work is…

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Payroll Transparency – yes or no?

Payroll transparency is an essential aspect of any organization’s financial management. It refers to openly sharing information about employees’ salaries, benefits, and other compensation-related data with them. This can be done through various means, such as posting salaries on an internal company website or making them available to employees upon request. This practice promotes trust…

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Innovative is a core value; how do I get there?

Many credit unions I work with have “innovative” in their core values because thriving organizations know innovation is critical to their long-term success. We also know that organizations that fail to innovate risk being left behind in an ever-changing and competitive marketplace. No, it is unlikely that a credit union will become like Apple or…

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The Toxic Boss – 6 X 6

What happens when you have a toxic boss and how to fix it A toxic boss affects your work, job satisfaction, and quality of life. Knowing what a toxic boss does to the organization and the employee is essential. But equally important is to have strategies to manage a poisonous boss situation. Here are six…

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Improve your leadership presence!

Leadership presence is a vital aspect of being an effective leader. It refers to how you carry yourself, communicate, and interact with others. Your leadership presence can inspire and motivate people to follow you or create a sense of unease and reluctance. To improve your leadership presence, here are some tips that can help. Changing…

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The Buck Stops Here – How to make sound decisions

Making difficult choices at work can be challenging, especially when the outcome of those decisions can significantly impact the organization and the people it serves. Whether you are a manager or an individual contributor, there are times when you will be faced with difficult choices that require you to consider your options and carefully make…

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No Succession Plan? What could go wrong?

Succession planning can be seen as a “nice to have,” but it can wait. Umm, not so much. I was an executive with a credit union when the CEO died suddenly at a legislative breakfast at the state capitol. The disruption, disarray, and sense of fear were overwhelming. Key executives were more worried about their…

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