by Howard Cleveland | Aug 25, 2023 | Howard
In the early stages of a company, Founder CEOs are closer to peers than bosses. Everyone is working around the clock to make the business work. Relationships are often personal and somewhat informal. As the company grows, new employees join the company and the...
by Howard Cleveland | Aug 2, 2023 | Howard
In our previous blog, we discussed three of the common challenges new leaders face: (1) Communicating with your team in a way that boosts engagement and productivity; (2) Delegating effectively; (3) Managing your time. In this blog, we are continuing our conversation....
by Howard Cleveland | Jul 24, 2023 | Howard
Over the past two years, I have seen a dramatic rise in the number of middle managers seeking coaching because they are overwhelmed and uncertain of how to effectively manage their teams. They are putting pressure on themselves, but they are also feeling...
by Howard Cleveland | Jul 21, 2023 | Howard
We all remember that old game of “Telephone” or “Pass it Down.” You whisper a phrase to the person next to you, they pass it on, and by the time it reaches the end of the line, “Three Blind Mice” has transformed into “Freeze, Pine, Rice.” The...
by Howard Cleveland | Jun 20, 2023 | Howard
Hundreds of millions of dollars and hundreds of thousands of hours are spent worldwide on leadership development. Yet, study after study shows that most leadership programs don’t result in any meaningful improvement long term. Where’s the disconnect? Why do some...
by Howard Cleveland | Jun 15, 2023 | Howard
In the world of coaching and development, middle managers are gaining more attention. While executives and senior leaders often receive coaching, it’s crucial to invest in the growth of middle managers too. These managers are often battlefield promotions and...
