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Organisational Culture Values and Behaviours Workplace

The Power of Values: Creating a Vibrant Company Culture

In today’s competitive business landscape, having a strong company culture is essential for success. One of the key drivers of a thriving culture is a set of well-defined and meaningful values. Values serve as guiding principles that shape the behaviour and decisions of employees, creating a cohesive and engaging work environment. In this comprehensive guide, […]

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Employee Engagement Organisational Culture Psychological Safety Recognition at Work

The Power of Appreciation in the Workplace: Boosting Productivity and Happiness

In today’s fast-paced and demanding work environment, it can be easy to overlook the importance of showing appreciation in the workplace. However, research has shown that expressing gratitude can have a significant impact on workplace productivity and happiness. In this article, we will explore the benefits of showing appreciation in the workplace, strategies for incorporating […]

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Leadership Organisational Culture Outback Leadership Styles

G’day, Leaders! Australian Bush Animals and Their Outback Leadership Styles

When it comes to leadership, the Australian bush is a treasure trove of inspiration. Our unique and colourful bush animals each possess distinctive qualities, which can offer valuable insights into various leadership styles. So, let’s take a lighthearted journey through the Aussie bush and explore the leadership lessons we can learn from our furry and […]

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How Expense Management Affects Sustainability

With more consumers flocking toward green businesses, an increasing number of companies have adjusted their operations. As a result, the number of sustainable organizations increased significantly, and for good reason. After all, corporate sustainability management leads to more profitable companies. Organizations have tried different approaches that contribute to a greener environment. Others adjust their transportation […]

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Employee Engagement Leadership Management Motivation Organisational Culture

Employee Engagement: Creating the Emotional Connection to Work

Employee Engagement: Creating the Emotional Connection to Work Overwork, anxiety, and lack of challenge and recognition have coloured the overall emotional connection of workers to their jobs, according to a Towers Perrin study. Here are some pointers gleaned from the study on how to bridge the gap between how workers feel and how managers perceive […]

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Communication Decision Making Employee Engagement Leadership Motivation Organisational Culture Productivity

10 Critical Drivers of Performance at Work

10 Critical Drivers of Performance at Work – a case study. What drives high performance at work? Watch the video, or read on: I facilitated a session with a client to capture learnings from a significant crisis. To cut a long story short, we had some devastating bush fires here in Tasmania and my client […]

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Employee Engagement Management Motivation Organisational Culture Recognition at Work

Are You Tired of Working Without Recognition?

Are you tired of working without recognition? Employees want it, managers know it’s important, and it usually doesn’t cost anything. When you look at it that way, you’d expect to be drowning in recognition at work. Watch the video (4 mins 55s) or read on for tips to get more recognition at work. A recent […]

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Change Communication Employee Engagement Leadership Motivation Organisational Culture Resilience

4 Ways to Help Employees through Change

Change is the six-letter word that makes most of us cringe. Ask anyone how they feel about change, and most people will tell you it’s not their favorite thing to experience in life. That’s because change can be incredibly difficult and more than a little stressful—especially when change occurs in the workplace. Here are 4 […]

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Employee Engagement Extrinsic Vs. Intrinsic Motivation Leadership Management Organisational Culture Productivity Teamwork

What is Employee Engagement Really?

Employee engagement is often misunderstood. In fact, there are two types of engagement – rational engagement and emotional engagement. One is nice to have, but the real value comes from capturing hearts as well as minds. Join Ros Cardinal, Managing Director of Shaping Change as she discusses the differences. (6 mins 54s watch time). If […]

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Easy ice breakers to keep remote teams connected

For an organisation that is focused on fostering teamwork, team collaboration, and employee engagement, keeping teams connected is very crucial. However, it can be difficult for people to connect if they are not familiar and comfortable with each other. That is where icebreakers play a critical role. In a traditional office, breaking the ice easy, […]