Saying “thank you” matters, but recognition alone isn’t enough to keep employees motivated. As a manager, you can build a culture of belonging by consistently calling out individual strengths, asking for and acting on feedback, and showing care in the small everyday moments. These practices help create psychologically safe teams where people feel valued, supported, and motivated to do their best work.

Inheriting a team can feel like walking into someone else’s house, where you’re expected to fit in while quietly planning your own mark. Instead of rushing to change things, though, focus on listening, learning, and spotting strengths. With CliftonStrengths as your guide, you can recognize talents, celebrate early wins, and adapt to the culture you’ve stepped into. These actions help you lay the foundation for leadership success.

The Golden Rule tells us to treat others how we want to be treated. But in today’s workplace, that falls short. Diverse personalities respond to different communication styles, and leaders risk missteps when they assume one size fits all. That’s where the Platinum Rule comes in: treating people how they want to be treated.

Using CliftonStrengths as a framework, you can adapt your leadership style, prevent friction, and build a team culture where everyone thrives.

Stepping into your first management role can feel like learning to ride a bike on a steep hill, but without training wheels. Between giving feedback, running meetings and managing former peers, the learning curve is real. Not all coaching programs are built for this stage, though. Here’s how to find one that’s practical, adaptable, and tailored to the real challenges new managers face.

“Why do you want to be a manager?” It’s a simple question that reveals a lot about your readiness to lead. In this article, I share what I’ve learned coaching new managers, the self-reflection questions worth asking, and how training or coaching can help you step into leadership with clarity, purpose, and confidence.

In a world that’s changing faster than ever, your biggest advantage is a smarter team. A culture of learning helps your people stay flexible, engaged, and ready to take on whatever comes next. This blog explores simple, high-impact ways to spark curiosity, retain talent, and build a workplace that grows together.

In this article, we break down five common new manager fears and share real coaching examples that show how mindset shifts, curiosity, and small wins can build your confidence and help you lead with integrity.

A Chief People Officer connects talent strategy with business goals, helping organizations prioritize culture, development, and long-term growth. Learn how CPOs shape workplaces where people and performance thrive.

Strong teams are built through consistent, thoughtful conversations. Use these 10 motivational prompts to spark energy, build trust, and keep your team moving forward.

Leadership coaching can be a turning point in your career. It helps you get clear on what matters, build resilience through setbacks, and lead in a way that feels true to you. Here are five ways coaching can help you grow with purpose, communicate with confidence, and create the kind of career you’re proud of.

Strong teams share alignment. In this post, we unpack the R-I-S-E model, a practical way to apply CliftonStrengths at the team level. You’ll learn how to recognize strengths, integrate them into daily work, shape a more positive culture, and engage your team in more meaningful ways.

Why exactly is facilitator-led group leadership coaching important? And why is it one of the best quantifiable investment opportunities for organizations of every size?

Here’s how the benefits of group leadership coaching can qualitatively manifest within your workplace. 

If you’re new to a leadership or management role and you don’t know how best to apply it to your work, the following five books are a great place to begin the process of improving your emotional intelligence, increase your workplace resilience, and take further steps toward becoming an excellent leader.

Adaptability is what helps leaders stay calm in uncertain situations. It’s also what helps them think creatively and guide their teams through change-even when clarity is lacking.

Here’s why it matters and how you can strengthen this essential skill.

In this article, we break down the differences between the Myers-Briggs and CliftonStrengths assessments so you can make an informed decision on which one is the best fit for you.

Here are five fun (yes, fun!) and productive trust-building activities that’ll help you develop a stronger team in 2025.

Sometimes (and only sometimes) your team might actively push back on completing their CliftonStrengths Assessment questions. Here are a few things you can do as a manager to help them understand the true purpose of the assessment. 

Here are six ways to build your leadership arsenal in 2025, and why your company should support you at every step of the way.

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These six books are packed with practical advice, relatable stories, and fresh ideas to help you step up your leadership game and start the new year strong.