Patterns of Clarity, Unity, and Agility
It’s common for organizations to emphasize just one or two of the people factors and, as a result, to encounter some typical speed bumps. In practice, four patterns of organizational behavior crop up frequently. Each is characterized by different levels of clarity, unity, and agility. Not my problem (high clarity, low unity, average agility). In […]
Unmask Workplace Toxicity For Team Success
Recent studies have brought to light the widespread prevalence of toxic workplace cultures, revealing that such environments are 10.4 times more likely to drive employees to quit. This sobering statistic emphasizes the urgent need for organizations to adopt a systematic and structured approach in understanding and transforming workplace cultures. In today’s dynamic and evolving business […]
The Dream Job
More than one in three employees (35%) have changed jobs within the past three years, and 91% of employees left their company to seek their dream job, according to Gallup’s State of the American Workplace report. Gallup asked employees how important certain attributes are when they consider whether to take a job with a different organization. We […]
How to Shine in Unexpected Presentations
Whether you’re asked to give an off-the-cuff update in a meeting, provide insights during a panel discussion, or fill in for a colleague at the last minute, giving an extemporaneous speech is a valuable skill that will set you apart as a confident and adaptable leader. Giving an impromptu speech can feel intimidating, especially when you don’t have […]
How to have Challenging Conversations in a psychologically safe way
Tough conversations are a vital aspect of leadership, driving progress and fostering healthy relationships. By prioritizing psychological safety, leaders can transform difficult discussions into opportunities for growth and collaboration. Challenging conversations are unavoidable in leadership. Whether you’re delivering tough feedback, addressing conflict or raising concerns, these conversations are essential for progress and healthy working relationships. […]
Creating A Culture of Psychology Safety in workplace
In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, psychological safety is essential for team performance and organizational success. Leaders must cultivate trust and inclusivity, fostering environments where employees feel safe to innovate and engage. The idea of ‘psychological safety’ in the workplace has long been dismissed as a throwaway HR initiative or a corporate buzzword. But in the […]
The Ladder of Inference
How we act depends on how we understand the situation we are in. Our understandings often seem obvious to us, as if they were given by the situation itself. But people can come to very different understandings, depending on what aspects of the situation they notice and how they interpret what is going on. The […]
7 Essentials of Measuring Impact
What are the essentials of measuring the impact of training and learning? Training and talent development professionals have chased after the question, “What is the impact of training and learning?” for many years. Measuring impact with success starts with telling the truth about opportunities and challenges. 1.Training And Learning Teams Should Not Define Impact. Winning […]
10 Roles That Can Transform Any Conflict
Conflict resolution requires patience and persistence. But by facing negative outcomes head-on and using them as motivation, people can pursue positive possibilities. Destructive conflict can be turned into creative cooperation The Provider Conflict usually arises in the first place from frustrated needs, like love and respect. Frustration leads people to bully others, use violence and […]
Next-Level Conflict Resolution: The ‘Possibilist’ Mindset
In an increasingly conflicted world, it’s time for the traditional goal of conflict resolution – coming to an agreement – to change. Conflict Is All Around Us Every day, we are confronted by the headache and heartache of contentious disputes. Perhaps never before have destructive conflicts so divided communities, destroyed relationships, and paralyzed our ability […]
