Few leadership moments feel as uncomfortable as disciplining, especially when human factors are involved. Leaders want to be fair. They want to …
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Conflict that’s quietly escalating: How to intervene before it becomes a formal complaint
by Bill Howattby Bill HowattNot all workplace conflict is loud. Some of the most damaging tensions build quietly through avoidance, side conversations, subtle undermining, and “polite” …
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FeaturedLeadershipOpinion
The high performer who’s costing you more than you think
by Bill Howattby Bill HowattEvery organization has faced this dilemma. A high performer delivers results, solves complex problems and is hard to replace. At the same …
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FeaturedLeadershipOpinion
Is it burnout or a performance issue? How to spot the difference
by Bill Howattby Bill HowattLeaders across workplaces are noticing a familiar and uncomfortable pattern. Output is slipping — details are missing or appear to be cut …
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FeaturedLeadershipOpinion
Taking accountability: Coaching in action to deal with missed commitments
by Bill Howattby Bill HowattEmployee accountability challenges show up in every workplace. When tasks and commitments are missed and not addressed correctly, this can lead to …
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FeaturedLeadershipOpinion
Coaches Corner: Practical guidance for workplace challenges
by Bill Howattby Bill HowattLeaders and HR professionals face unprecedented complexity in today’s workplaces. Rising mental health risks, increasing performance pressures and shifting expectations around OHS, …
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FeaturedMental HealthOpinion
Workplace mental health often gets less traction than employment law, compliance issues. Why?
by Bill Howattby Bill HowattI’ve had the privilege of speaking at various conferences over the past year. I found it interesting that, even with growing evidence …
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Bridging the gap: Enhancing mental health literacy in the workplace
by Bill Howattby Bill HowattI just had another birthday and reflected on the past year. One of my biggest frustrations is the continued mental health literacy …
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Inside the ‘Utopia Decision’: Understanding the quiet calm before suicide
by Bill Howattby Bill HowattSuicide is a topic that often remains shrouded in silence, stigma, and misunderstanding, yet it touches nearly all of us. In Canada …
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Early intervention can prevent workplace conflict from escalating
by Bill Howattby Bill HowattInterpersonal conflict is inevitable as the work world continues to generate uncertainty and changing environments trigger emergencies. What often goes unnoticed is …

