What is the 'No Asshole' Rule?
An exploration of workplace culture policies that refuse to tolerate toxic behavior regardless of an employee's technical competence or output.
4 min
Management Strategies
33 posts
The Attention Span Myth: Why Your Team Is Not Actually Distracted
Discover why the theory of shrinking attention spans is a myth and how managers can leverage selective attention to build more effective, high-performing teams.
7 min
What is a Career Lattice?
A practical guide for business owners on the career lattice model, explaining how lateral and diagonal movement can improve employee retention and team versatility.
5 min
What is the Alternative to Watching?
Discover why passive watching fails in employee training and how shifting to active witnessing builds accountability, reduces risk, and strengthens team performance.
6 min
Solving the Gen Z Retention Puzzle Through Visible Growth Markers
Explore practical strategies for retaining Gen Z talent by replacing static training with iterative learning and visible growth markers that align with their career expectations.
7 min
What is Micro-Learning?
An exploration of micro-learning for busy managers, defining how breaking down complex information into digestible chunks improves team retention and reduces overwhelm.
4 min
What is Absenteeism in the Modern Workplace
A practical guide for managers to understand absenteeism, its root causes, and how it differs from presenteeism in a team environment.
5 min
What is Telecommuting?
Learn the definition of telecommuting and how it differs from remote work. This guide provides practical insights for managers to navigate flexible work arrangements.
5 min
What is The Heartbeat of the Tribe?
Learn how workplace rituals like morning huddles build stronger team identity and trust than strict rules ever could, offering a practical guide for stressed managers.
4 min
The Silence in the Boardroom: Why You Feel Like a Fraud and Why It Is Necessary
A deep dive into founder imposter syndrome, exploring the psychological roots of feeling unqualified and offering practical, data-driven strategies to navigate business uncertainty.
Ben Schmidt
7 min