Leadership

Better collaboration starts here. Explore our best tips for bridging the gap between leadership and team members.

Google Cloud Next Recap: Use Lucidchart to Create Clarity Across Your Org
During Google Cloud Next '18, Katie Menzies, one of our product managers at Lucidchart, walked through several use cases to explain how Lucidchart can help organizations communicate complex ideas and processes. Read a recap of her presentation.
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An overview of business contingency plans
Many circumstances have the potential to disrupt your business, but you can prepare for potential disaster with a business contingency plan. Read over the steps and check out our templates to build out your own plan.
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- Leadership
4 secrets to successful sales team management
The ability to close deals doesn't mean you automatically know how to manage a sales team. Use these tips to level up your management performance and drive better results.
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- Leadership
- Sales
Re-thinking communication barriers in the workplace
How do we overcome communication barriers in the workplace, especially as we work to bring together teams with diverse perspectives and create an inclusive environment? The Economist Intelligence Unit partnered with Lucid to find some answers. Learn how to identify communication barriers and find new ways to communicate more effectively.
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- Leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
7 fundamental change management models
Change management generally refers to how teams and companies implement organizational change. Learn 7 tried-and-true change management models that organizations return to again and again.
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- Leadership
Powerful performance feedback models and how they can help your company
Learn how you can give more consistent, effective feedback through these performance feedback models.
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- HR
- Leadership
What is change management?
When employees have an informed and accurate understanding of what changes are happening and how they affect them, they can become proponents of those changes—and that’s the kind of momentum any organization can benefit from.
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- Leadership
What is gap analysis? 4 steps and examples to use
A strong gap analysis process allows professionals to determine where their businesses are—and where they want it to be. To perform a gap analysis, follow these four simple steps.
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- Leadership
How to define strategy using Porter’s Five Forces
What is strategy? According to Michael Porter, it's “choosing a different set of activities to deliver a unique mix of value.” Learn about Porter's Five Forces to understand your competition and find your position in the market.
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- Leadership
How to Build On-the-Job Training Programs in 3 Steps
Over half of employees leaving companies report that a lack of training contributed to their departure. Follow these steps to determine which on-the-job training methods are best suited for your organization and to create a training plan for employees.
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- Leadership
6 steps to enhance your employee review process
92% of employees agree that they would be better motivated by more constructive feedback. Follow these steps for a more effective employee performance review.
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- HR
- Leadership
4 steps to discipline an employee
When you need to take steps to discipline an employee, whether for performance or behavioral issues, we’re here to make the process as painless as possible. Learn how to plan a consistent disciplinary process.
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- HR
- Leadership