Author Archives: Amy Kay Watson

Stop Waiting for a New Role to Fix Your Career: The Science of Job Crafting

Read Sheila’s story, a testament to the power of self-reflection, targeted skill development, and the courage to embrace change in our professional lives. It’s not about seeking external validation but about investing in ourselves and our careers for long-term satisfaction and growth.

Managing Accountability Proactively

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Effectively manage Accountability in the workplace. This article sheds light on the key principles of a proactive accountability framework and demystifies the often-misunderstood concept of the Performance Improvement Plan (PIP). Embrace a proactive approach, from setting clear expectations to recognizing barriers and providing consistent feedback. Uncover how a genuine PIP should work to genuinely elevate performance, moving beyond mere discipline. Emphasize collaboration, understanding, and a shared vision of success for both managers and team members.

Improve Workplace Relationships Through Effective Communication

Navigating workplace relationships can be complicated. But the good news is that you can improve these relationships by changing your own behavior and communication style. When Relationships Are Strained, Change Your Approach Things can get messy when dealing with employees / direct reports. If you find yourself stuck, the key to moving forward lies in

How to Support Your Team and Yourself During Possible Layoffs

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Listen as a podcast Feeling worried about layoffs? Your team probably is too. They’re looking to you for help, and you might need some guidance as well. Here’s what to do. Bottom line, layoffs are tough on everyone. But we do our best when we help each other. Stick together, learn, and who knows, things