The extra mile: Why it can't be prescribed – and is still controllable
Many executives talk about them. They want even more. And almost all of them ask themselves the same question at some point: Why do some teams go the extra mile – and others[...]
Why meetings destroy productivity – and how companies establish time hygiene
A practical approach to SME meetings are part of everyday life in almost every company. They are intended to enable coordination, prepare decisions and promote cooperation. In practice[...]
Employee appraisals rethought
How SMEs strengthen their managers and make development discussions truly effective Employee appraisals are one of the most important management tools in companies. Nevertheless, many employees and managers are experiencing this[...]
When AI changes leadership
Why companies need to rethink middle management now Artificial intelligence is changing the world of work faster than any technology before. For a long time, this transformation was mainly aimed at[...]
Sickness rate: No statistical problem – a management mandate
The sickness rate in Germany has been high for years – and it is currently causing a lot of headlines and political statements. But while there is talk about abuse, telephone[...]
Cross-generational team building
Why conscious teamwork is no longer a nice-to-have today "... you can't please everyone anyway - we will do without our team retreat in 2026." This sentence[...]
Knowledge Management Today: How Companies Secure the Future Before Knowledge Is Lost
In an increasingly dynamic and competitive world of work, one question is becoming existential for organizations of all sizes: How do we ensure that knowledge is not lost in the company?
New year, new focus: Why structured check-ins will make the difference in 2026
The start of 2026 is more than a symbolic reset for companies. In a market environment characterized by a shortage of skilled workers and high pressure to transform,[...]
Error culture as a success factor: Why leadership needs more courage today
In a world that is changing faster and faster, error prevention is no longer a strategy – it is a risk. Companies that want to be successful in the long term must[...]
Aloha as a leadership mindset
What we can learn from Hawaiʻi for modern leadership Almost exactly a year ago, I was standing barefoot in the sand on one of the Hawaiian Islands, the wind[...]