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The Great Balancing Act of Management
When I first became a manager, I wanted to establish my leadership presence, emanating an air of confidence and trust.
7 Things You Need to Know as a First-Time Manager
Becoming a manager for the first time can feel exciting or nerve-wracking or seemingly insignificant depending on your perception and
Stop Promoting Your Top Performers
Supervising people is hard. Most of us can appreciate that, no matter how often we complain about those who do
The Importance of Pleasing All of Your Staff Most of the Time
I receive evaluations after every workshop I facilitate. There is great value in these evaluations, even when they are hard
5 Ways to Be a More Honest Leader
Transparency has joined the ranks for organizational jargon, shared widely but often without much thought or clarity as to exactly
5 Leaderships Lists of 5
When I first became a supervisor, I was unprepared and overwhelmed. It was my first job out of graduate school
A Tale of Two Hiring Processes: Lessons Learned for Attracting and Retaining Talent
I was looking for a part-time job doing something I had been doing for over two decades. I knew the
Two Years into Virtual Life: Some Observations, Frustrations, and Recommendations
Like many of you, I have spent a large part of the last two years on virtual platforms, sometimes for
About Katherine Spinney
I have spent my entire career working to improve the lives of others. Educated at the University of Virginia and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, I have earned Master’s degrees in both teaching and social work. I have worked in diverse environments from urban to rural to suburban as well as four years living and working overseas. With extensive experience in the public and non-profit sectors, I have been in management for nearly a decade. I have combined my experience, education and passion to create Katherine Spinney Coaching LLC in order to support others on their own professional journeys.
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