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Conflict Isn't The Problem
Conflict in the workplace isn't always a bad thing. In fact, differences in ideas and perspectives can create opportunities for growth. This article explores how leaders can approach workplace conflict with greater understanding, separate disagreements from personal judgments, and create an environment where differing opinions can be handled professionally and respectfully.

Jennifer Ericson
Sep 193 min read


Will They Take Away Your Birthday?
Learn how emotional grounding and perspective can help leaders stay calm under stress, support their teams, and create space for better decision-making.

Jennifer Ericson
May 233 min read


How Emotional Intelligence Shapes the Employee Experience
A moment of low emotional intelligence is rarely experienced as just a moment by employees. This article explores how a leader's emotional regulation shapes trust, psychological safety, and the overall employee experience.

Jennifer Ericson
May 163 min read


When Leadership Feels Lonely
Anyone who has led a team knows leadership can be lonely. This article explores healthy ways to process that loneliness, from an outside mentor to journaling to reconnecting with your why.

Jennifer Ericson
Feb 73 min read


Why "We've Always Done It This Way" Hurts Growing Teams
"We've always done it this way" can quietly turn processes into obstacles. This article explores why asking "why" is one of the most powerful tools for growth and how to approach it with your team.

Jennifer Ericson
Jan 313 min read


Being an Involved Manager Without Micromanaging
Micromanaging your team can leave everyone frustrated. Learn how clear expectations, trust, and intentional leadership can help you become an involved manager.

Jennifer Ericson
Jan 243 min read


The Difference Between Being Nice and Being Clear
Kindness matters, but in the workplace it can overshadow clarity. This article explores why clarity delivered with care builds trust, how unclear communication erodes it, and a simple mindset shift for leaders.

Jennifer Ericson
Jan 173 min read


But Did You Document It? Setting Your HR Foundation for the Year Ahead
HR documentation doesn't have to be complicated. Learn how recap emails, written policies in one place, and questions sent in writing build a strong foundation.

Jennifer Ericson
Jan 103 min read


Clarity and Grace: The Foundation of Leadership
Effective leadership begins with how we lead ourselves. This article explores how reflection, personal accountability, and self-compassion can help leaders gain clarity, extend grace, and create a stronger foundation for personal growth and healthier team dynamics in the year ahead.

Jennifer Ericson
Jan 33 min read


The Hidden Cost of Poor Communication and How to Fix It in the New Year
Poor communication rarely shows up as one obvious problem. This article explores the hidden costs of assumptions, weak listening, and rushed conversations, and small changes leaders can make to fix them.

Jennifer Ericson
Dec 27, 20253 min read


Culture Is Built in the Small Moments
Workplace culture isn't created in a single meeting or annual event. This article explores the small, everyday leadership moments that shape culture most: real-time appreciation, modeled boundaries, follow-through, and seeing your team as people.

Jennifer Ericson
Dec 20, 20253 min read


Leading Through Holiday Stress: What Your Team Needs Now
The holidays bring time off requests, year-end deadlines, and stretched-thin teams. This article explores practical ways leaders can lighten the load during the season instead of adding more to it.

Jennifer Ericson
Dec 13, 20253 min read
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