David Hassell is the founder and CEO of 15Five, a leading employee engagement solution that helps create high performing teams by combining pulse surveys, weekly check-ins, peer recognition, and people analytics all in one platform.
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Management By Weekly Check-In Is the New 'Wandering Around'
New technologies are allowing managers to keep up with their employees and track goals and employee progress.
Managing Remote Teams
Remote Teams: Good for Your Company or a Productivity Nightmare? (Infographic)
Thirty-seven percent of companies polled have people working remotely. Ten percent have no office at all.
Employees
Survey Says: Honesty at the Office Is the Biggest Perk of All (Infographic)
More than gym memberships, free food and ping-pong tables, employees want open conversation.
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You Don't Have to Be a CEO to Develop Leadership Qualities
These 10 traits will prove indispensable, no matter where you fall in the hierarchy.
Problem Solving
Throw Out the 'Painkillers,' 'Vitamins' and Other Bad Metaphors in Silicon Valley
A CEO decries a venture-capital focus on companies that provide quick fixes to symptoms rather than long-term prevention.
Failure
Failure Is Not an Option. It's Required.
A CEO explains the best way to react when a team member makes a mistake.
Hiring Employees
Why You Should Hire People Smarter Than You
Be vigilant in cultivating a team of excellence.
Communications
Avoid Loss in Translation. Put Developers and Creative Staffers on the Same Page.
Here's how to avert communication breakdowns when tech folks must build a new app or gadget to the specs of those who don't code.
Time Management
Finding Time in Your 25-Hour Workday to Support Your Team
Buckle down to tackle those tasks needing a deep focus. Then you can multitask and respond to staff at other moments.
Employee Recognition
Drive a Feedback Loop: Employees Will Benefit, So Will Your Company
Recognition of your staffers will help them thrive and also stimulate the growth of your firm.
Profits
To Be Results Focused, Stop Focusing On Results
Too often, entrepreneur and managers try to force profitably, resulting in little change to the bottom line. Instead, they should approach it organically.
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Stopping Employees From Jumping Ship is Easier Than You Think (Infographic)
Taking this one step could also unlock your team's potential and lead to growth.
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To Avoid Common Startup Ailments, Try These Preventative Measures
Having a good company culture can keep your company and employees healthy.
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Big Ideas Come to Those Who Ask
Making it easy for your employees to offer suggestions could lead to big improvements to your product and company.