Beyond a People Strategy: HR Needs Their Own Strategy
How many HR organizations have their own business strategy to deliver on the talent or people agenda? This article explores the 5 W’s of strategy and how you can incorporate strategy to go from a supporting function to a winning HR team.
Ain’t No Mountain High Enough: Leadership and Meaningful Celebration
We know celebrations are important for organizational culture and for managing morale. So then, despite being “good” people, why are some leaders “bad” at celebrating? Let’s explore why celebration might not come naturally to some leaders, why it matters, and how to embed recognition at the individual, team, and organizational levels.
From Boomers to Zoomers: Tapping into the Talent of a Multi-Generational Workforce
There have never been more generations in the workforce, and that translates into more complexity for leaders to manage. But, it also means more diversity that can be harnessed to achieve greater goals. Learn the key challenges of leading a multi-generational team and the benefits of doing so.
Experiment Tracker for Leaders, Teams, and Changemakers
We are hardwired to resist change. To overcome that natural barrier, why not shrink the change by treating it as an experiment? Download our Experiment Tracker to empower leaders, teams and organizations to try new behaviors on for size, see what results emerge, and actively decide whether or not the new behaviors are worth adopting.
The Myth of Leadership Styles: Leading with Compassion and Adaptability
Have you ever wondered if there's one "right" way to lead? I’m sure you’ve read many think pieces on the “best” leadership styles, from the authoritarian to the collaborative. While these frameworks can offer valuable insights, it's crucial to remember that leadership is not a one-size-fits-all game. You must adapt your leadership style based on the situation.
New Beginnings: How We Grow and Change Together
When it comes to change, stories and narratives play a starring role in the success of the change. As leaders we have to be more than the decision makers of the change; we have to be storytellers who enable our people to see what's possible and how we'll get there together. This article outlines the 4 critical steps you should take as leaders to shepherd your people through change.
Decisions, Decisions: Leadership and Making Decisions on High Performing Teams
In the world of high-performing teams, decisions are the fuel that drives progress. But making the right decision isn't just about picking a direction; it’s about charting a course that drives the team towards success. Let’s dig into decision-making and its role in performance, change management, inclusion and equity, and culture.
Finding Meaning in the Metrics: Using Metrics for Good in Our Organizations
Sure, metrics are numbers with a job to do – tracking progress, spotting trends, and guiding decisions. But they're much more than just data points for quarterly reports. They're a building block of your organizational design, shaping behaviors, setting priorities, and ultimately determining whether you hit your target or end up with burnt toast.
From Family Tables to Office Desks: How Do You Create Belonging?
Belonging is more than presence at a gathering - it's feeling seen, understood, and valued. Let’s dig into how understanding identity, mitigating biases, and adopting ally-worthy behaviors engender greater belonging. See how small steps move us towards a healthier, empathetic organization.