Leadership style is a critical factor in the success of any organization. How the leadership operates will affect employee morale, productivity, innovation, and decision-making, so getting it right is imperative. In recent decades, the mechanics of leadership have been analyzed in academic and business circles, styles have been labeled and defined, and debates have raged […]





Leadership is an important quality in any environment, but it is not only found in those who are currently managers or executives. According to the Harvard Business Review, the best leaders are those who can identify potential future leaders among their employees, and then help them hone the skills involved. The ability to inspire others to […]





Workplace diversity matters. A recent study by Zippia found that companies with a diverse workforce performed 15 to 21% better than competitors and that 67% of job seekers consider diversity when deciding where to apply. Attracting diverse candidates for jobs isn’t enough to make your company diverse. You also need to retain talented employees by fostering a […]





We all have that one colleague. The one who is incredibly talented at their job, but equally difficult to work with. Maybe they’re always challenging the status quo or prematurely pushing for more responsibility. Whatever the case, managing these types of employees can be a real challenge. But, it’s important to remember that just because […]





Amid the sea of faces in every company, there’s someone lurking and pining for the chance to take the reins from their superior. It could be a multitude of things; they think they could do the job better, want to advance in their career, or could just desire increased compensation. There are no one-size-fits-all criteria […]





Empowering employees means giving your team members permission to take action and make decisions within your organization. It also means there is trust and understanding in place to ensure these actions are in line with company goals.   The Importance of Empowering Employees Empowering employees is important for growing a sustainable business. While many companies […]





Leadership expert Dave Boizelle discusses the formula he uses to design successful high-potential leadership programs.   After many years of designing and delivering a Leadership Acceleration Program in partnership with a leader in the industry, I have come to appreciate 6 key factors that can determine HiPo leadership program success.   Creating A Successful HiPo […]





by Patrick Bosworth   Common Leadership & Management Mistakes After nearly a decade of coaching leaders who have experienced great success but also blundered, bobbled, and blown it at times, I’ve found their greatest growth has come from spotting easily made mistakes that are often overlooked. I’ve found the difference between a good leader and a great […]





The Difference Between a Leader who Coaches & one who Directs Many management development approaches fail to distinguish between the two or suggest that there are only minor differences between the two leadership styles. However, the distinction may be greater than expected at first glance and can make a measurable difference not only in the […]





by Patrick Bosworth How to Find the Best Managers to Hire or Promote Patrick Bosworth, CEO and Founder of Leadership Choice, recently published this article in CEO World Magazine. The original article can be found here. There’s a universal feeling of anxiety when it comes to hiring or promoting new managers. Whether your hand is forced […]