Our Vantage Point
Vantage Point: (noun). A position that affords a wide or advantageous perspective; a unique point of view
As research and media has repeatedly suggested, our bosses have a profound impact on how much we like our jobs – and often, on our desire to leave our jobs. As the saying goes: “People don’t quit jobs, they quit …
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A few years ago, I was having lunch with a friend whom I hadn’t seen since he landed his new position two years earlier. While we munched on our salads, I asked him how he liked his job. Half expecting …
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Can you remember the days when no feedback meant good news? When not hearing from your boss meant you were doing a good job? Well, that’s not so much the case today. Feedback is widely recognized as a key tool …
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Do you feel frustrated in your efforts to make a difference? Are you concerned you don’t have the right team in place? Are you tired of inheriting poor performers? If you answered yes to any of these, ask yourself: what’s …
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It has been said that people don’t quit their jobs; they quit their bosses. Therefore, all you need for 100% retention is to be a great boss – right? It’s not that simple, of course, but a colleague here at …
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A few years ago, I was attending a conference of executive coaches when a keynote speaker caught my attention. This gray-haired, seasoned executive coach suggested that we should not use the scientific model to benchmark our success as coaches, but …
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I recently had an energizing and candid conversation with a talented professional, just starting out in his career. The topic of conversation itself was common enough, but his mindset was striking to me. We were discussing whether or not he …
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When a well-respected national retailer asked us to facilitate a two-day talent review with their senior team, we stepped in eager to help them prepare for their future. Like many successful companies, this one clearly understands the crucial role its …
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