About RainmakerThinking, Inc.®
RainmakerThinking, Inc.® was founded in 1993 and since then we've conducted ongoing research on the changing workplace. On the basis of that research, we've published sixteen books, numerous research reports, hundreds of articles, and multiple sets of management training materials. Our founder and chairman, Bruce Tulgan, is internationally recognized as the leading expert on young people in the workplace. Bruce is a world-class speaker and management trainer and over the past fourteen years he has trained thousands of leaders and managers in hundreds of different organizations.
Current Content:
Learn to Talk Like a Performance Coach
Ditch the "rah, rah" speech. Be descriptive with employees about what you want and use language that they'll understand.
You Don't Have Time NOT to Manage People
No time to manage your employees? Bruce Tulgan makes the case for why you should make it a regular practice.
Bounce Back from Economic Crisis
As layoffs become necessary, good management decisions are more critical than ever. Learn to make informed choices.
Tough Times: There Is Something You Can Do
When the going gets tough, the tough get... strategic. Heed this wisdom on how to manage in a recession.
Track Performance Every Step of the Way
What matters most to employees? They mostly want to know their work matters. Learn to track their performance.
Do More For Some and Less for Others
Do you reward your employees for their individual achievements? If not, why not?
Consider the Culture of Your Workplace
Under-management is an epidemic in the corporate workplace. How can you buck the trend?
Maximizing the Schwartzkopf Generation
Older workers bring valuable insight and skill to the workplace. Learn to honor their values.
Attract and Retain Top Talent
How do you retain top talent? Author Bruce Tulgan advocates doing more for high performers and less for others.
It's OK to Be the Boss: Gen Yers Advance
Given the fast pace of business, hands-on management often goes missing. Bruce Tulgan has a step-by-step solution.