Not just another vague opinion piece on “transparency”….
Just like a burger needs those crispy fries to hit the spot, transparency needs authenticity to truly shine. Why? Because it's not just about being an open book; it's about flipping through the pages with genuine intention. Let’s dive into the dynamic duo that fuels trust-inspiring leadership (Transparency & Authenticity) and the Four Fears that get in their way.
Tackling Dark Personality Traits in the Workplace
We each bring a unique mix of personality traits to the table, traits that shape how we interact with our teams, guide our leadership style, and consequently, steer the direction of our organizations, for better or worse. Learn about a group of personality traits known as The Dark Triad that have the potential to seriously impact our culture and team experiences.
Why office design isn’t about mid-century modern couches, unlimited coffee, or pinball machines
Let's explore how physical workspace design transcends aesthetics and impacts teams and their performance. This article features insights from physical and psychological facets of intentional design and draws lessons from unlikely sources like the Panopticon prison design. How are you reimagining workspaces?
What a 35 year-old shoebox taught me about culture and the power of rituals
Cultures are not built on declarations of values. They are shaped by people’s behaviors and the systems that drive those behaviors. Every organization has rituals, crafted intentionally or unintentionally, that reinforce their culture, relationships, and values. Let's explore the concept of rituals and how they can be a real game changer for any team or organization.
How to deliver feedback that will actually accelerate growth
Giving feedback always seems great on paper, but in practice it causes a lot of anxiety for most people managers. Use our feedback strategy planning template to move through the process gracefully to maximize growth and minimize heartache.
Pull this lever of organization design to achieve better performance
What is the ideal size of a team? Read our guide to learn more about span of control and how to pull this lever of organization design to get better results.
10 common organization design mistakes, and what to do instead
Poor organization design is why most strategies fail. Here are the most common mistakes we see leaders make, and what to do instead.
How to lead through big change without sacrificing results
You know that change is inevitable, and can be painful. Here's what we've seen great leaders do to drive positive transformation without sacrificing results or performance.
How to Make Sure Woke-Washing Doesn’t Hurt Your DEI Strategy
We know that language matters. But the woke one-upping just isn’t helping anyone. Learn more about how to transform your symbolic solidarity into meaningful action.
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