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January 2023

Leadership

Why I dislike the term “managing up”

Managing Up is a term that reinforces the channels of authoritarian hierarchy. I prefer to use a term a professional dancer told me: back-leading. Here’s why.

By Peter, 2 monthsJanuary 31, 2023 ago
Leadership

Two questions you need to answer as a manager when taking over a team

Stepping into a management role and taking over a team can be far more complex than many people assume. These questions and exercises can help ensure success.

By Peter, 2 monthsJanuary 24, 2023 ago
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Career

Improve your leaders to improve your organization

How one-on-one coaching can help improve your leaders, which will improve your organization in ways that no retreat, training, or reorganization can.

By Peter, 2 monthsJanuary 17, 2023 ago
Community

Volunteerism comes in all shapes and sizes—giving away your time for free

Saying “I’ll volunteer when my business is off the ground” is like saying “I’ll start coaching youth teams when my kids are grown up.” Now is the time to get involved.

By Peter, 2 monthsJanuary 11, 2023 ago
Career

Is your life designed by committee? If so, claim your role as your own committee chair.

Advice from other people is always based on their own biases and experiences. Take control of your own decisions and don’t live a life designed by committee.

By Peter, 3 monthsJanuary 4, 2023 ago

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