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Communicating Like a Great Leader: Unlocking the Power of Effective Leadership
Effective communication is the foundation of exceptional leadership. Yet, many leaders overlook the impact their communication style has on their team. While the structure of communication may seem insignificant, the quality of communication is the defining factor that separates inspiring leaders from ordinary bosses. Without clear communication and the ability to build meaningful relationships, guiding…
Read MoreThe Mindset Shift: How to Harness Change and Innovation for a Successful Future
The global lockdown sparked a collective fantasy: that people would fundamentally change their way of thinking, using the extra time for self-reflection and re-evaluation of life’s true value. Many hoped the exceptional circumstances would trigger lasting changes. However, the first noticeable shifts were most often rooted in fear—responses to the stress, confusion, and uncertainty of…
Read MoreListening as the Foundation of True Inclusion: A New Paradigm
Inclusion has been a central focus for me over the years, beginning with gender and later expanding into generational inclusion across various large organizations. Through this journey, I’ve witnessed firsthand the unconscious mechanisms people employ, often driven by a binary mindset of “same” versus “different.” This binary logic stands in the way of true inclusion…
Read MoreHarnessing Spirituality for Unprecedented Success in Leadership and Professional Growth
In recent decades, the dichotomy between work and private life has grown increasingly pronounced. This division often leads to a disconnection from our true selves, hindering our ability to create sustainable and successful solutions. Embracing spirituality allows us to reconnect with our deepest resources, empowering us to face change with renewed vigor and navigate complexities…
Read MorePsychological Safety: The Strategic Role of Failure Management in Modern Workplaces
In today’s rapidly evolving work environment, characterized by constant change and growing complexity, failure is inevitable. Traditionally, failure has been perceived negatively, often leading to the abandonment of projects and ideas. This outdated perception hinders innovation and growth. In my approach to execution, acknowledging the possibility of not achieving set objectives is crucial for any…
Read MoreThe courage to experiment
Success is a function of the number and quality of experiments you run, every year, every month, every day. It is crazy to believe that we can get there only thanks to good analysis and good planning at the first execution, without the learning achieved through the conceptualization that derives from observation and reflection on…
Read MoreChanges
This week the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) reported that the main reason for workers changing their employer was due the need for higher wages and better benefits. This is compared to the same poll last year in which job satisfaction was the key reason for workers wanting to change employers. So what…
Read MoreBritain’s Got (graduate) Talent!
I know you’re very excited that Britain’s Got Talent will be back on our screens this Saturday. But this blog is about a kind of talent that you won’t see on stage, probably because watching a talented employee would be incredibly boring… maybe that’s why they go unnoticed! Britain (and come to think of it,…
Read MoreGadget Show – Giant Tetris
On Channel Five’s The Gadget Show last night the team played a game of giant tetris. We thought it was a brilliant team building exercise, showing the importance of clear and precise communication when working as a team. Enjoy the video here and let us know what you think!
Read MoreHow to lose staff and alienate your employees in 10 easy steps
Don’t talk to them about anything personal to them. Your employees like to remember that they are human and that at work, their home lives are also appreciated and taken into consideration. If you want to alienate them, make sure you never ask about their families, weekends or holidays. Don’t praise them. When your staff…
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