Leading a productive team involves not only engaging and retaining employees, but it also requires a strong leadership skill: the ability to motivate others. In his Ted Talk, “The Puzzle of Motivation,” career analyst Dan Pink explains that traditional rewards aren’t always as effective as business leaders think. Check out the video below to learn […]
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Leadership Lessons from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Refresh Leadership examines one of the most influential leaders of the 20th century. Born in Atlanta, GA, King was one of the major faces of the civil rights movement in the 1950s and 1960s. This minister turned movement leader was a key figure in helping pass the […]
88% of Hiring Managers Would Consider Firing Workers for Content in Personal Social Media Posts
Personal social media posts are not off limits to employment determinations as 88% of U.S. hiring managers say they would consider firing employees for content found in workers’ posts, according to a survey from The Harris Poll commissioned by Express Employment Professionals. (more…)
Making the Most of Your Skills as a Leader: EQ
Every leader has specific traits and characteristics that help build a cohesive set of skills needed to successfully manage a team. And while no two leaders are alike, they do posses similar qualities that, when utilized effectively, help their employees flourish in their roles. From strong communication to empowering others to effective conflict management, each […]
Oscar Wilde on Development
As one of the most influential satirists, poet, playwrights, and novelist of the 19th century, Oscar Wilde had a busy career, though his life only lasted 46 years. Born in Dublin, Ireland, and educated at Trinity College and Magdalen College at Oxford, Wilde’s most famous works include the Picture of Dorian Gray, The Importance of […]
Infographic: The Habits of Highly Effective Leaders
From focusing on relationships and empowering employees to sharing credit and learning from mistakes, effective leaders are habitual in their managerial approach. However, without consistent habits, leaders tend to fall short of their professional goals. Created by Online PhD Degrees, “The Habits of Highly Effective Leaders” explores the habits of some of the most influential […]
Focusing on Delegation and Empowerment in the New Year
Success is often measured by the assets you acquire during your career. But for leaders, success is determined by the strength of your greatest assets: your employees. And while top talent may come and go, one thing that should remain constant in your organization is the culture that cultivates and develops employees, regardless of experience […]
Question of the Month: What Are the Top 3 Characteristics Great Leaders Should Possess?
Great leaders may not all be the same, but many posses similar characteristics. From strong vision to great communication to driven to succeed, the best leaders help inspire and motivate a team to be the best they can be. So we want to know what types of characteristics great leaders posses and what is essential […]
Labor Shortage, Employee Turnover, and Benefits Demands Keeping Employers Up at Night
While a majority of U.S. hiring managers feel positive about their company’s hiring outlooks, 85% still expect challenges over the next year with 75% saying it keeps them up at night. This is according to a survey from The Harris Poll commissioned by Express Employment Professionals. Pertaining to more general hiring difficulties, hiring managers worry […]
How to Ensure New Year Success
With the remaining weeks left in 2022, we’re officially in the final stretch of the year. Before the calendar switches to 2023, now is the best time to buckle down, tie up loose ends, and review the final needs of you or your organization. So before closing the books on 2022, check out these four […]