Bosses
Is It Really Time to Take the Plunge? 6 Things to Consider Before Going From Employee to Entrepreneur
Leaving a stable job to start your own business can be tempting, but it carries major risks. Before quitting to be an entrepreneur, carefully assess these important factors.
Manipulation in the C-Suite: Why Fake and Overconfident Leaders Are Corroding Our Teams — And What We Can Do About It
Dark personalities are rampant in the C-suite. Overconfidence and manipulation supercharge political skills. But political skill is different than effectively leading teams. How can organizations protect themselves from people who are good at politics but bad at leadership?
Here's How American Workers Really Feel About Their Bosses and Supervisors, According to a New Survey
The results are in — and they might surprise you.
High Turnover and a Toxic Culture? Why Your Leadership Style Might Be Hurting Your Company
Are you a micromanager or a blame game boss? You must address the core issue: your lack of trust.
'That Job Was Hell': 7 Founders Share Their Worst Boss Horror Stories, and What They Learned From the Lunatics
These entrepreneurs lived through bad boss nightmares, but they got the upper hand in the end.
Don't Let an Insecure Boss Stop You From Getting a Raise or Promoted. Here are 3 Tactics to Help You Survive This Tricky Situation.
The more you understand your boss's insecurities, the more you can work with them — and build your own confidence along the way.
4 Ways to Avoid Becoming a Nightmare Boss (and How to Be a Dream Boss)
Are dream bosses born or made? It's a bit of both. Here's what I learned the hard way that can help you tap into your dream boss potential.
The Next Time Someone Intimidates You, Here's What You Should Do
There will always be someone above you, but whether you give them power over you is your choice. This leadership consultant shares the best ways to reframe the situation to give yourself an edge.
What If a Boss and an Employee Swapped Roles? We Tried It.
It's a little something we like to call the "boomerang boss."
How to Develop an Executive Presence and Earn Respect
Learn how to build and communicate confidence and credibility to get the attention of those who matter.
Your Boss is Watching You. Here's Why Monitoring Workers is a Two-Edged Sword
Companies increasingly use technology to track and monitor their workers, but this doesn't always improve performance or morale. Employers can — and should — monitor their workers so everyone can benefit from the process.
How to Build a Winning Team
Expert tips on recruiting and retaining top-notch staff for your franchise.
How to Tell Your Boss You Are Burnt Out
If you're burned out at your job and are looking to enhance your career, it may be a good idea to have a conversation with your boss.
Do You Have a Toxic Boss? Here's How to Tell.
There are seven types of toxic bosses, and it's important to learn how to deal with each of them.
15 Ways to Spot a Toxic Work Environment Before You Take the Job
Plus, seven questions you can ask to reveal red flags during your interview.