Hiring is an essential part of most IT managers’ jobs, but it can get discouraging if your new hires keep leaving.
Don’t press ‘send’ just yet: 10 things you should never put in writing
You know what should and shouldn’t be put in an email, but your staff may not be as aware of the risks.
Is there such a thing as too much communication? Yes — but here’s how you can avoid it
We know you want to keep your team in the loop about what’s going on, but it’s not always easy.
What to do when an employee makes a mistake – and you have to clean it up
There are many benefits to being a manager, but one of the downsides is that you’re responsible when one of your employees makes a mistake.
Workers stressed out? How to talk to your employees when the going gets tough
It’s inevitable: As a manager, you’re going to deal with employees at their wit’s end.
Got tough news? There are ways to deliver it — without coming off like the bad guy
Sometimes there’s no avoiding difficult conversations, especially as a manager.
Workers distracted during meetings? Use these 4 strategies to get their attention
We all know the frustration of preparing for an important meeting, only to have employees stare at their electronics the entire time.
There are 3 simple questions that can make your 1-on-1 meetings more efficient
As an IT manager, you’ve probably had many one-on-one conversations with employees.
Firmness vs. flexibility: Keys to knowing when to crack down and when to loosen up
As an IT manager, striking a balance between rigidly following your company’s procedures and allowing for the human mistakes that occur in a workplace can be challenging.