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You Say You Want to Be People First - This Is What That Means
Discover what it truly means to lead with a People-First mindset in Anessa Fike’s latest blog. She shares practical strategies to build an inclusive, employee-centered workplace culture, including how to align core values with the diverse perspectives of your team and foster a thriving, engaged workforce.

Management
Thriving After Burnout: A Manager’s Guide
Explore Tracie's journey through burnout and recovery, uncover the hidden truths about workplace burnout, and gain actionable strategies to thrive, including a downloadable handout to keep with you as you practice.

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New Year, New Chance to Get Good at Feedback
Stop fearing feedback and start embracing it. Anessa Fike’s actionable guide helps you turn feedback into a tool for growth—personally and professionally. Discover how introspection, thoughtful conversations, and actionable insights can transform your approach to giving and receiving feedback.

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The future of leadership is changing
Madison shares how embracing vulnerability and authenticity as a leader fosters trust, connection, and stronger teams.

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What managers want: what we learned about supporting today's leaders
Tracie shares strategies to empower managers facing increased responsibilities and provides actionable advice on sustainable leadership, personalized development, performance management, and creating a human-centric workplace culture.

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What managers want: starting points that most organizations can do now
Anessa shares actionable insights on how to empower managers, from giving them the development they crave to fostering an environment that embraces both failure and growth.

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4 ways giving clear feedback can empower your team to shine
We're providing you with tools and guidance on how to use feedback to empower your team and create a high-performing, inclusive workplace.

Management
Biased feedback: the silent killer of team dynamics and performance
We're exploring ways to improve feedback and your team dynamics

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Words matter: how feedback bias can make or break your team
We'll help you understand the impact of your words and how it can help you provide more equitable feedback, boost team dynamics, and foster a more inclusive workplace.

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The hidden costs of biased feedback: what every manager should know
We're exploring the subtle but significant ways feedback bias creeps into our daily interactions and how it impacts your team's growth and performance. We'll provide you with tools to level up your management game.

Management
15-min team meeting — just the parts that can’t be an email
Here’s a 15-minute team meeting guide and downloadable template designed to cut through the noise and get you back to doing less (and better).

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Improve the sync: enhance your weekly 1:1s
We’ve crafted the ultimate template to help you enhance your weekly 1:1s and make them a productive, enjoyable part of your routine.

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3 ways to fight burnout as a manager
Learn 3 ways you can fight burnout as a manager including setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and fostering a supportive work environment so that you're better equipped to manage stress and lead your team effectively.

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Block it like it’s hot: Time-blocking for maximum productivity
Learn the benefits of time-blocking and how you can take charge of your schedule so you can work smarter, not harder.

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How to make time for deep work as a manager
Learn how to find time for deep work as a manager. Learn key strategies focus without distraction and produce your best work.

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A millennial manager's guide to the latest emoji use and slang
A millennial manager's guide to the latest emoji use and slang, including explanations for popular terms like "shoot your shot" and "understood the assignment."

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How to advocate for your team to do less
Learn how to advocate for your team to do less in today's hustle culture. Discover key strategies to balance workload, boost productivity, and keep everyone happy.

Management
Ten words and phrases to avoid in feedback (and what to say instead)
Discover ten words and phrases to avoid in feedback and how to rephrase them positively.

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Positive thoughts to start your day
Start your day with positivity and purpose! Empower growth, embrace challenges, lead with purpose, and prioritize well-being with these powerful thoughts.


HR
How to give feedback remotely without it being awkward
Learn how to give remote feedback effectively without awkwardness. Discover tips on sharing reviews early, using prompts for discussion, and building trust with your team. Boost engagement and communication skills today.

Management
Top 5 challenges all millennial managers are dealing with
Discover the top challenges millennial managers face in today's workplace and how to overcome them. From busywork to remote work, learn practical tips to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Management
Bye-bye bias: Giving bias-free feedback made simple
Learn how to eliminate bias in performance feedback to promote fairness, growth, and retention in the workplace. Discover strategies for providing high-quality, unbiased feedback and fostering a more inclusive culture.

Featured
What is good performance feedback?
Learn the key elements of effective performance feedback: clear, actionable, bias-free, constructive, and growth-oriented. Deliver feedback that fosters growth and motivates improvement.

Product
Why you can trust Textio AI to generate performance reviews
Discover how Textio AI revolutionizes performance reviews with actionable feedback, coaching managers, and ensuring privacy. Improve communication and outcomes with cutting-edge AI tools.

Management
Inclusive managers make for thriving teams
Learn how inclusive managers drive thriving teams by fostering a sense of belonging, boosting retention and performance. Explore practical strategies for effective diversity, equity, and inclusion practices.

Management
How to improve team communication
Learn how to improve team communication by breaking away from the hub-and-spoke model. Foster collaboration, leverage technology and promote open feedback for a more efficient and engaged team environment.

Featured
How to help your team prioritize their work
Learn from industry leaders on how to help your team prioritize effectively. Tips include setting clear goals, individualizing approaches, and maintaining team alignment.

Management
Mitigating peer conflict among direct reports
Learn how to effectively manage workplace conflicts among direct reports by understanding perspectives, acknowledging emotions, focusing on solutions, addressing biases, and empowering resolution.

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How to build confidence in your direct reports
Learn how to build confidence in your direct reports with recognition, constructive praise, clear goals, growth opportunities, and honest feedback. Subscribe for more insightful articles.

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Tips for a middle manager: How to manage in the middle and own the message
Tips for middle managers on navigating tough decisions with the art of 'disagree and commit.' Learn how to own the message, foster team unity, and drive progress in your organization.

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How to give hard feedback at work when you can see the person is trying really hard (but it's not working)
Learn how to navigate giving tough feedback when someone struggles despite their efforts. Emphasize mutual understanding and growth, fostering a culture of constructive criticism for better outcomes.

Management
Empowering your team through transitions in the workplace
Empower your team through transitions by acknowledging change, being transparent, setting clear goals, and fostering recommitment.

Management
How to have crucial conversations as a manager
Learn how to navigate crucial conversations effectively in our new blog series. Discover tips for giving feedback that's heard and helpful in challenging situations.

Featured
How to write a performance review as a first-time manager
The nine steps to preparing to write a good performance review, plus the templates, frameworks, and tips you need.

Management
8 Equity-focused performance review templates
Adopt 8 templates that will help your team deliver higher-quality performance feedback

Entrepreneurship
Why good teams have forced alignment conversations
Why it's valuable to be explicit about work priorities and expectations
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