Self-Evaluation: What Every Aspiring Leader Should Know

by Nancy Maki | Articles, Blog

Self-evaluation is pretty commonplace in organizations these days. They help not only employees set aside time to evaluate their performance but also managers learn if employees understand the impact of their work. But can self-evaluations help managers understand...

Strategies for Developing Leadership Competency for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention

by Nancy Maki | Articles

The construction industry is leading the way in death by suicide, and it has responded with determination to address this public health crisis. According to the 2016 Centers for Disease Control report, deaths by suicide in the construction industry accounted for 20%...

The High Cost of Denial – Working Under the Influence

by Nancy Maki | Articles

Think about this – one of your steady employees recently leaves you feeling concerned. Her work product is full of errors, she shows up late from time to time. Once, you even thought you smelled alcohol – but no. It couldn’t be. Could it? One of the toughest parts of...

Leaders – Grow Your Influence This Year

by Nancy Maki | Articles

Want to grow your influence this year and beyond? Perhaps you manage a small team or own a mid-size company. Or maybe you’re an individual contributor and don’t see yourself as a leader – but someday. Regardless how we perceive ourselves, we all have the capacity to...

Foundations 2 – Keep the Fire Going – Onboarding Success

by Nancy Maki | Articles

The recruiting race is over and you found the best employee for your current needs. Way to go! Now is your chance to make a significant impact. With this fresh beginning, you enjoy the mutual spark that accompanies a new team member. It’s crucial to treat this time as...

Foundations 1 – Attracting the Right Person to Your Team

by Nancy Maki | Articles

Have you noticed that finding great talent now feels like a marathon? Recruiting talent is challenging enough for large employers with tons of resources. For small business leaders, the tight labor market is creating a great obstacle to business growth and success. If...