Year in review: 2016 'Learn to lead' columns by Dr. Sherene McHenry

In 2016, Dr. Sherene McHenry, a regular columnist for Garden Center magazine, spoke on a variety of topics central to harmony and efficiency in any workplace, from tips for being a more assertive leader to managing family relations on the job and holding staff accountable. Below is a list of the columns Sherene contributed to Garden Center throughout the past year, starting in January 2016.

January: Learn from employee turnover

Investigate when staff members leave, and appreciate the good people on your team.

February: Take care of yourself and staff this spring

5 tips to ease stress and build morale

March: Adjust your lines of communication

Account for generational differences when interacting with your staff.

April: A wonderful tool, a terrible master

7 strategies for prioritizing tasks and minimizing distractions from email, cell phones and other technology.

May: Follow your intuition

Make better hiring decisions by asking the right questions and listening to your gut.

June: Use ‘just right’ management

7 ways to strike a balance with your team and give guidance without micromanaging or leaving them in the dark.

July: Family matters

How family-owned businesses can prepare the next generation for leadership.

August: 7 mistakes leaders make that drive their staff to the breaking point

Give your staff the direction and resources they need.

October: A bug and a wish

Take action when problems arise before the situation gets worse.

November: Employees your business can’t do without

Show gratitude to employees with these 5 skills and characteristics this holiday season.

December: 7 ways to say ‘no’ without explanation

Strategies for turning down work when you’ve taken on too much already.

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