Wes Friesen

Greater credibility leads to greater influence and management effectiveness and aids our efforts to justify resources and find support for our initiatives.

One of the most important tasks we can do in our leadership roles is create a culture where our team can thrive and add value.

As work becomes more competitive, we must find better ways to achieve common goals. Here are 10 ideas to help develop greater collaboration.

Why do most employees leave? The No. 1 reason is they don’t feel appreciated by their manager for their contributions. You can change this.

Measuring performance metrics can help improve the performance of our teams, inspire team members, and allow us to track progress.

Henry Ford once said, “Whether you think you can or whether you think you can’t, you’re right.” His quote illustrates the power of self-fulfilling prophecies, which is at the core of something called the Pygmalion Effect.

We all desire success for the teams we influence and lead — both now and in the future. How can we help ensure that our teams achieve the results that will lead to success and a better future?

To build an engaging, productive workplace, good managers survey their teams to make sure they understand expectations, have the tools they need, and feel appreciated. Here’s a survey you can use to help guide you.

Want to be a more effective leader? Want your team to be even more successful? Then you need to tap into the power of business partnerships with both internal and external business partners.

We can’t avoid making difficult decisions. Here are some ideas to help you work through the process in a rational manner.

Want to maximize your productivity and develop your team members? Delegation is a key management tool.

One of the first and foremost responsibilities of successful leaders is developing a vision of a better future for their team.

Following these habits can help you build a strong foundation on your road to increased management effectiveness.

Want to be a more effective leader? Understanding and properly applying the Theory X/Y leadership model will help.

People are naturally social creatures—we crave friendship and positive interactions, just as we do food and water. The better relationships we have in life—including in the workplace—the happier and more successful we will be. President Teddy Roosevelt was on the mark when he said, "The most important ingredient in the formula of success is knowing how to get along with people."