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Merge Gupta-Sunderji is a leadership speaker, consultant and the founder of leadership development consultancy Turning Managers Into Leaders.

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April 15, 2019

If you come from the school of thought that says (organizational) politics is a bad word, then it’s time to find a way to make it work for you, instead of against you

If you come from the school of thought that says (organizational) politics is a bad word, then it’s time to find a way to make it work for you, instead of against you

Making the most of organizational politics is one of the keys to good management

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March 18, 2019

If you’re feeling awkward about advancing to a supervisor role, you can bet your friends are, too.

If you’re feeling awkward about advancing to a supervisor role, you can bet your friends are, too.

opinion

Six steps to take today, toward a leadership role tomorrow

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February 25, 2019

opinion

Nine easy ways to take charge of your professional development

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January 28, 2019

When you have to work with someone you don’t like or respect, every clash seems critical, but be thoughtful about picking your battles.

When you have to work with someone you don’t like or respect, every clash seems critical, but be thoughtful about picking your battles.

opinion

How to work with someone you don’t respect

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December 31, 2018

opinion

Are you a trustworthy employee?

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November 25, 2018

opinion

Five reasons top performers jump ship

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October 28, 2018

Flexible working arrangements are viewed as attractive because they represent freedom – to be productive, stay motivated and save time.

Flexible working arrangements are viewed as attractive because they represent freedom – to be productive, stay motivated and save time.

opinion

Five ways to make flexible working work

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September 30, 2018

Merge Gupta-Sunderji is a leadership speaker and consultant, and founder of Turning Managers Into Leaders.

Merge Gupta-Sunderji is a leadership speaker and consultant, and founder of Turning Managers Into Leaders.

opinion

Work-life balance is a myth

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August 31, 2018

Just as millennials changed the face of work, so will these young entrants to the workforce.

Just as millennials changed the face of work, so will these young entrants to the workforce.

opinion

How Gen Zers will distinguish themselves from millennials in the workplace

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August 5, 2018

The departure of Baby Boomers from key positions can cause corporate amnesia. It's critical to retain crucial institutional knowledge.

The departure of Baby Boomers from key positions can cause corporate amnesia. It's critical to retain crucial institutional knowledge.

opinion

Prepare your company for the coming Baby Boomer brain drain

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July 6, 2018

A photo illustration shows the Uber app in use in London, U.K.

A photo illustration shows the Uber app in use in London, U.K.

opinion

How to spot the warning signs of disruptive innovation before it hurts your company

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June 10, 2018

Engagement happens at an individual level, employee by employee, and as a direct result of the one-on-one relationships each employee has with their immediate and direct supervisors.

Engagement happens at an individual level, employee by employee, and as a direct result of the one-on-one relationships each employee has with their immediate and direct supervisors.

opinion

What it really takes for an employee to be engaged

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May 13, 2018

It’s how you respond to large slip-ups that will determine whether you’re a leader or a manager.

It’s how you respond to large slip-ups that will determine whether you’re a leader or a manager.

opinion

Why good leaders make grave mistakes − and still thrive

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April 16, 2018

Artificial intelligence has the potential to revolutionize customer service.

Artificial intelligence has the potential to revolutionize customer service.

opinion

Artificial intelligence is the next revolution in customer service

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March 19, 2018

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Five tell-tale signs leadership is slipping

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February 26, 2018

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Guilty of micromanaging? Stop before it’s too late

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January 29, 2018

Annual performance reviews should be abolished, argues Merge Gupta-Sunderji, an expert in leadership.

Annual performance reviews should be abolished, argues Merge Gupta-Sunderji, an expert in leadership.

It’s time to get rid of annual performance reviews

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January 1, 2018

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The five top leadership issues to watch out for in 2018

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November 25, 2017

Amazon employees process purchased items for delivery as the company’s Peterborough, England, facility on Nov. 15.

Amazon employees process purchased items for delivery as the company’s Peterborough, England, facility on Nov. 15.

What it takes to thrive in a shifting retail industry

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October 21, 2017

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Is workplace loyalty dead in the age of the millennial?

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