INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) How do you revitalize an organization’s culture when so many people work remotely now? In last week's issue, I … [Read more...]
Issue #78: On the Surgeon General’s Toxic Workplace Plan, 5 Conversations to Have with Employees, and More
INSIGHTS (on leadership/self-leadership) Toxic workplaces have become such a health issue, they’ve caught the eye of the US Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, … [Read more...]
Issue #72: On “Quiet Quitting”
This week, we break from the normal format (sort of) to encourage discussion. I’ll pose a question I’d love to hear your opinion on, after giving you an Insight, Imperfection, and … [Read more...]
Here’s What Will Really Trigger Employees to Quit, and How to Avoid It
It's surprisingly simple, and painful when it's missed
Finding talent is hard, losing it is hard to take. If only employees were more loyal to the idea of loyalty. They quit, even when we thought they were happy. And … [Read more...]
Want to Unlock Your Team’s Potential? Do These 8 Things
Follow this list to foster results that last
Are you enabling your employees? I’m not talking about “being an enabler,” but the true meaning of enabling, which is making someone able by giving them power, means, competence or … [Read more...]
Want to Be a Hero to Your Employees? Stop This 1 Toxic Behavior Immediately
It's hard enough to build a fulfilling workplace--you don't need to unwittingly undo the good you've done with this one uber-debilitating behavior.
We all want to do work that matters. So what is the literal opposite of work that matters? Well, work that doesn't matter. Work that is literally a waste of time, has no point to … [Read more...]
Want Your Team to Better Adapt to Change? Try the 3 Circles of Commitment
They’ll help you change too.
We’ve all experienced no shortage of change the last few years, that’s for certain. News flash: the pace of change won’t be slowing down any time soon, either. Which makes it even … [Read more...]
Do These 3 Things When Your Employees Are Disengaged
Here's how you can respond and get results
They move slowly, shuffling feet, moaning, groaning, seeking to drain the life out of those around them. Has the zombie apocalypse finally arrived? Did your teenager just get … [Read more...]
6 Ways You Unwittingly Contribute to a Toxic Culture
They’re avoidable with a little self-awareness
I strongly believe that culture must be a driving thought for any leader, not an afterthought. A workplace’s culture firmly shapes the way employees show up every day and can boost … [Read more...]
The Problem with Servant Leadership (and How to Lead Instead)
I know, it’s surprising not to see servant leadership put on a pedestal…
You’re probably surprised to see servant leadership in my crosshairs. After all, it’s a beloved form of leadership for those with a soul. Classic servant leadership is built on … [Read more...]
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