Employee leadership development is a topic of discussion for organizations worldwide as they look for ways to increase efficiencies and retain top talent. Betsy Leatherman, Global President of Consulting Services at Leadership Circle, calls this cultural shift the “democratization of leadership.” In a recent interview, we discussed the many benefits of employee leadership development and strategies for empowering employees to become great leaders.

Trust is currency in organizations. At a time when remote work is more common than not, change is the only constant, and retaining talent is a top priority for many employers — transparent leadership is key. Leaders who are transparent stand out. They lead the way for stronger teams, resilient cultures and ongoing success.

Workplace stress is common among most employees these days. If you are a manager, you have likely wondered if there is something you can do to reduce this type of stress. In this post, we will show you some of the ways how.

Communication styles are not innate. We are not born with them—we learn them. If you would like to learn how to communicate better at work or at home, or if you would like to teach employees, managers, or leaders how to use better communication styles to ease tension and inspire confidence, you can do that.

Virtual meetings have undeniably improved workplace communications. With so many remote team communication tools with advanced features like Q&A, breakout rooms, chat, reaction icons, virtual whiteboards, and so on, it has never been easier to ask questions and seek ideas from meeting attendees. But, think back to your virtual meetings this week. How many of them were successful? Are awkward silences the norm in your meetings?

The digital-first workplace is here to stay, and businesses that want to stay ahead of the curve need to adapt their leadership and management styles accordingly. This blog post discusses how leaders can adapt their styles to accommodate the challenges and opportunities of the digital-first workplace. In addition, discover how tracking productivity for remote workers can enhance your digital workplace.