I was a time bomb. For months, I’d told myself I could hold on. I could beat away the black dog of depression pulling me under. I was wrong. The agitated despair was a jackhammer in my brain, and I ...

Dependable, trusted colleagues are often overlooked for promotions because organizations prioritize visibility and charisma over quiet reliability. This leads to frustration and disengagement. To ...

Managers often dispense the same advice when dealing with workplace conflict: "You don't have to be friends. You just have to work together." While this sentiment may temporarily placate a difficult ...

In the early days of his role as director of Student Employment Services, Nick Lantz was enjoying a holiday gathering on the Homewood campus when he noticed something curious. "I was sitting there ...

Connecting with colleagues outside of work can be a tricky endeavor, especially for leaders. On the one hand, it can be a swift means of creating more personalized relationships and stronger bonds: ...

In 2023, I lost a close colleague in my department to cancer; she was very private, and she had told few people about her prognosis. We had been working together on a search committee for a new ...

If you’re struggling to manage a difficult employee, this episode is for you. Would you promote an employee who’s a top performer, but mistreats their colleagues and disregards company values? It’s a ...

“Protecting clients and supporting colleagues are aligned when leadership treats both as design questions rather than moral tests.” The legal profession rewards endurance, precision and control. It ...

Supporting colleagues through challenging times fosters a positive workplace culture and strengthens professional relationships. Writing a thoughtful condolence message shows empathy and care, ...