Resources for top managers

Learn from managers who have been there and done it before who share their advice and top tips for high-performance teams.

Grown, Not Born

Grown, Not Born: A pilot's view on leadership

In this episode of "Grown, Not Born," we chat with CJ Daniel-Nield, co-founder of Planes, about his transition from Air Force pilot to tech innovator. CJ shares insights from his leadership journey, comparing military precision with startup agility and discussing the impact of technology on team management. Explore CJ's philosophy on fostering high-performing teams and his approach to navigating the challenges of modern leadership.
Sarah Touzani
March 6, 2024
3 minute read
Article

7 Simple Tips to Overcome Unconscious Bias as a Manager

With these tips you'll be on your way to overcoming unconscious bias and becoming a better leader for your team.
Melissa Malec
February 25, 2024
6 minute read
Grown, Not Born

Grown, Not Born: Melissa Murray-Serter on Leadership

We're launching our "Grown, not Born" interview series with a bang! This series dives into the journeys of remarkable leaders and their personal connection to management. We're thrilled to kick things off with Melissa!
Sarah Touzani
February 22, 2024
7 minute read
Article

New Manager Checklist: Key Steps for Your First 30 Days

The first 30 days in a first-time management role are tough. What do you need to do and how can you set the foundations for successful relationships with your new reports? Make that time easier with our easy to follow checklist.
Melissa Malec
January 26, 2024
5 minute read
Newsletter

🌟 New Year, New Features: Unleash Kindness with Waggle!

Explore Waggle's Latest Features & Join Us in Celebrating Random Acts of Kindness Week
Sarah Touzani
January 25, 2024
3 mins
Article

First-Time Manager? Here's How to Excel in Your New Role

The transition from individual contributor to manager is notoriously difficult to get right. To keep from pulling your hair out and feeling regretful over your promotion, follow this simple guide.
Melissa Malec
January 3, 2024
12 minute read
Template

How to Address an Employee Not Meeting Expectations

When a member of your team isn’t performing, it’s up to you to tell them—here’s how to do exactly that, from identifying underperformance to strategizing a solution.
Melissa Malec
December 19, 2023
7 minute read
Article

Your Guide to Managing Managers: 7 Tips to Help Them Lead

It’s your job to make sure your people managers have the training, support, and resources they need. But what’s that look like? With these 7 tips, you’ll find out.
Melissa Malec
November 1, 2023
6 minute read
Guide

11 Soft Skills For Managers and How to Build Them

You can’t lead your team without these soft skills in your repertoire. Read our guide to find out what they are and how you can develop all 11 of them.
Melissa Malec
September 25, 2023
10 min read