Team Management
Managing a team involves guiding, directing, and overseeing a collection of people collaborating toward a shared objective. It encompasses establishing objectives, delegating duties and roles, offering support and direction, and tracking progress to guarantee the team operates both effectively and efficiently. Additionally, it involves mediating disputes, tackling performance challenges, and offering both critique and praise to team members. Managing a team effectively is essential for attaining accomplishments across various organizations and sectors.
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Remote leaders toolbox (tools for remote work)
In today’s work environment, remote work heavily relies on technology. Throughout history, this has been evident in various ways, from the use of roads and messengers during the Roman Empire to the modern-day instant-messaging and videoconferencing apps that allow remote coworkers to feel like they are in the same room. Although these tools are now…
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Why the wrong people are promoted to management— and how to change it
It’s common practice to reward high performers a higher spot in the org chart, but being good at your job doesn’t mean you’ll be good at managing people. Here’s what companies should be doing instead. Written by PUNEET SANDHU for Fast Company When I look back at the managers I’ve had since the beginning of…
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Employee development, and how to tackle it
Learning and professional development are like a breath of fresh air for people. Giving them the space to explore and take control of their careers helps them become more self-aware and better understand their responsibilities. However, with our busy lives, it’s hard to find the time to think about long-term career goals. This has been…
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Asking for advice, and turning enemies into friends
Asking for advice from those we want to get closer to can be incredibly valuable. The act of seeking help can create a strong bond between people, even turning an enemy into a friend. This is known as the Franklin Effect, named after Benjamin Franklin who discovered this theory while trying to improve his relationship…