I have to fire someone- help me

Donald Trump’s approach to termination is certainly theatrical.

Firing someone, sacking, terminating- lets be quite clear about it, there’s no nice word for it – is something that lies ahead of every manager, and while you may wish to emulate Trumps property management nous avoid his HR skills.

If done poorly -the Donald way-  your and your company’s reputation can be damaged. … Read more

4 ways to structure difficult conversations

My approach has been quite simple- tackle problems head on- simple, but it may not be right.

Obviously in the behavioural style I’m in “high D mode”, and while this has worked, sort of, for me, it may not necessarily the best approach for you… or those who you have to have a difficult conversation with.  The most difficult business conversations are easily those related to people, their behaviour, motivations and impact on or reactions to others.… Read more