Blanchard LeaderChat

Leadership expert Bob Freytag identifies some of the challenges unique to leading first responders and how to meet these challenges successfully.

Hello Madeleine, I am 44, a devout Christian, on the autism spectrum, and working on my PhD at a seminary. From the day I came here I have had one job: I work at the campus post office. The pay is...

Leadership is helping people stay focused on what matters, giving feedback that fuels performance, and creating an environment where people feel seen, trusted, and supported says Scott Blanchard.

At the end of the day, AI is an incredible tool—but leadership is still on YOU says leadership expert Britney Cole.

Dear Madeleine, I am a senior leader in a highly specialized digital publishing organization and I have about 14 direct reports. Organizationally, I’m third in seniority. My plan is, by the end of...

Investing in capable, consistent management isn’t optional. It’s the foundation for scaling smart says leadership expert Scott Blanchard.

Dear Madeleine, I am a fairly new manager, and I really like managing. My issue is that a young woman I hired a few years ago either cannot or will not meet expectations. She excelled at the job...

Leadership is all about being the one—the one who listens, understands, energizes, and supports.

Leadership in action can change lives, especially when it’s rooted in courage, commitment, and leading with love.

Dear Madeleine, I have owned a boutique specialty consulting firm for over twenty-five years. My founding partner died a few years ago and left me her share of the business, so I am the sole...

Don't let negativity bias limit your effectiveness as a leader says Research Round-up editor Doug Glener.

Leaders who can flex their leadership style are better equipped to support their employees during times of transition.

Dear Madeleine, I work for a global company that had a very flexible work-from-home policy before Covid happened. I have been managing hybrid teams for more than 20 years and have never had...

Creating an environment where engagement flourishes and burnout is minimized doesn't mean having all the answers—it’s about creating the conditions for dialogue and success.

In today’s uncertain business environment, employees need clear goals, direction, and support to stay motivated, productive, and aligned with organizational objectives.

Dear Madeleine, I work in a company that directly supports several industries that have been affected by the changes that are being made in Washington—financial services, supply chain,...

By setting clear goals, diagnosing individual needs, and providing the right leadership style, leaders can help their teams thrive—even in uncertain times.

Dear Madeleine, I have been managing people for over a decade and now manage several businesses. There are constant fires that need to be put out. I spend hours on the phone trying to get to the...

By focusing on trust, empathy, fairness, and a shared sense of purpose, organizations can move from a culture of burnout to one of passion and productivity says Randy Conley.