In this era of the hybrid work environment, the role of proximity bias in our day-to-day operations is having a big impact on our teams, our people, and our culture. This week, Matt Meuleners from FOCUS Training digs into what proximity bias is and how we as leaders can check our bias before it affects …
by Betsy Barnich 
As a manager, do you frequently turn to a particular team member when tasks need completion? In essence, is there a standout performer in your team whom you trust to deliver results consistently? In this week’s blog post, Matt delves into this managerial scenario, shedding light on the significance of purposeful delegation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iEEUYJTAAHY
by Betsy Barnich 
In this blog post, Matt Meuleners, Executive Partner at FOCUS Training, will explore the misconceptions surrounding team building and delve into the critical components that contribute to high-performing teams. The introductory video sets the stage for a series of three videos, each focusing on key elements: trust-based relationships, a clearly articulated common purpose, and effective …
by Betsy Barnich 
You may have heard the phrase “performance reviews should never be a surprise.” We could not agree more. When done correctly, reviews provide a great opportunity to develop individuals on your team as well as shape your department or organizational culture. The challenge is that review season within organizations is often built within a narrow …
by Betsy Barnich 
Supporting the professional growth of your high-performing individuals is a true win-win situation – especially if it increases the likelihood that they will stay with your organization long-term. Engaging these go-getters takes a little time upfront but can reap tremendous rewards for your department, organization, and their personal development. Read for tips on how to …
by Betsy Barnich 
A culture of high feedback offers several substantial benefits, including improved explicit communication skills and the development of trust-based, developmental relationships within the organization. To foster such a culture, this week on the blog, Matt suggests implementing three key strategies, with the aim of enhancing professional relationships and capabilities.
by Betsy Barnich 
Have you ever found yourself crafting a less-than-flattering story in your mind about a driver who cuts you off in traffic? Did you speculate about their intentions or even worse, their character? What you experienced in those moments is known as attribution bias – a situation where we instinctively make assumptions or create narratives about …
by NPcontent 
There are tons of benefits an organization can reap by investing energy, time, and resources in building the capabilities to grow and develop their individual employees. This week on the blog, Matt Meuleners talks about how we can help nurture life-long learning in our individuals, teams, and organizations.
by NPcontent 
Developing employees has numerous long-term benefits for both the employees themselves and the organization as a whole. Here are four ways in which investing in employee development can pay off big in the long run: 1. Increased productivity When employees receive training and development opportunities, they acquire new skills and knowledge that can enhance their …
by NPcontent 
So often when thinking about investing in employees we first plan for new team members or high potentials, but there are significant advantages to keeping up with the continued development of seasoned team members. In this week’s video blog, Melissa Goltra talks about a few of these advantages and how we can be sure we …
by NPcontent 
