Brian WatkinsAug 14, 20201 minSkill Development is a Requirement - Set that ExpectationOne of the biggest challenges for managers today is the fact that your company is constantly needing people with new and upgraded skills...
Brian WatkinsAug 13, 20202 minSet the Expectation that You Get Status ReportsI have a few pet peeves about managing (someday I’ll list them all out and ask for your suggestions). One is the employee who complains...
Brian WatkinsAug 12, 20201 minThe Most Valuable Question to Ask EmployeesManagers make a common, well-meaning mistake when setting expectations. They end the discussion the wrong way. Fixing this mistake will...
Brian WatkinsAug 11, 20201 minDo Your Employees Know What You Expect?A classic communications activity is the “blind draw” - you’ve probably done it at some point. This is where one person is looking at a...
Brian WatkinsAug 10, 20201 minAre Your WFH Staff Really Working?When the Covid-19 virus hit and people were all starting to work from home, the grinding of teeth from managers created a deafening...
Brian WatkinsAug 7, 20201 minKnow Your Comfort Level with AuthenticityOne of the biggest elements of engagement is letting people be authentic at work. Without getting into a large explanation of what that...