David is a freelance writer and PI contributor. When he’s not writing, he’s probably thinking about food. He believes pretzels are superior to potato chips and you can’t convince him otherwise.
The most effective teams seem to anticipate what each person – and the business as a whole – needs. They support each other at every step, uncovering creative solutions to tough challenges, and they often make it look easy
David Young · 10 min read
The most successful teams are empowered. But creating a workplace where everyone is able to take charge can be tricky. How can you ensure productivity, pointing everyone in the same direction, and avoid absolute chaos?
David Young · 9 min read
Despite its reputation as a corporate buzzword, team synergy remains not just relevant, but highly sought after as more teams look for ways to improve remote or hybrid work.
David Young · 10 min read
Great leaders aren’t born – they’re developed and molded. It takes a good deal of training, trial and error, and some well-earned experience (not to mention a willingness to continually learn).
David Young · 11 min read
Employees who report to effective managers are over 15 times more likely to be high performers. They’re also more than three times more likely to stay at their job.
David Young · 11 min read
What does it take to be an effective manager? It’s a question many in the management field have been asking, with increasing urgency, over the past few years.
David Young · 11 min read
What is a good leader actually doing that makes them so effective? Although good leadership is certainly a talent, it can still be taught and developed.
David Young · 9 min read
Increasing productivity doesn’t have to cost a lot. It can be as simple as shifting a mindset, or providing the proper motivation.
David Young · 11 min read
Why is resistance to change so persistent? The simple answer may just be that people want stability. They want to be able to predict what will happen to them instead of being confronted with the unknown.
David Young · 14 min read
Amid a shifting workplace landscape, one constant is the importance of effective leadership. With so many aspects of work now in flux, the difference a good leader can make may be greater than ever.
David Young · 19 min read
Employee morale may describe how satisfied employees are with their work, their level of happiness or motivation, or their enthusiasm or engagement, among other traits.
David Young · 20 min read
Ready to lead successful organizational change? Learn the key steps, strategies, and tools for creating an impactful change management plan.
David Young · 17 min read
Change can be hard and messy – and it’s often not a choice. So how does a leader guide their people through unforeseen circumstances and complex problems?
David Young · 10 min read
A comprehensive guide to understanding what transformational leadership is and how to develop your own leadership skills.
David Young · 18 min read
A new-year meeting can shake off the new year nerves, reacquaint coworkers, and align the entire team on the company mission and goals for the upcoming year.
David Young · 14 min read