Culture becomes visible when values are tested. Drawing on my conversation with former NASA leader Brady Pyle, here are the lessons organisations can learn about building culture through systems, stories and leadership choices.
Tag: employee engagement
I’m delighted to be joined by Ross Judd, who’s here to talk about his new book, Listening: A Guide to Building Deeper Connections. Ross is a highly respected author and consultant known for his insights on leadership and culture. Today, we’ll explore why listening matters, how to identify when it’s most critical, and how we […]
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 […]
For managers and leaders, it’s easy to spot the classic signs of burnout — fatigue, irritability, and decreased productivity. But there’s a less discussed, equally detrimental phenomenon: “rust out”. The concept, though less fiery than its counterpart burnout, can quietly corrode the very foundation of an organisation. Let’s delve deeper into what rust out in […]
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 […]
Are you a leader struggling to manage a remote or hybrid team? You are not alone. Leading these types of teams can be extremely challenging for several reasons. Let me give you a case study from a client. Sarah’s Team Story As the leader of a small marketing team, Sarah was used to managing a […]
An organization needs to take care of more things than the profit margin to run a business. Profit margin is not the only way to measure a business’s success – satisfied employees at workplaces also speak volumes about the organization. Employee engagement is the ultimate reason behind the overall success of well-known businesses across the […]
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 […]
Many virtual team building exercises are meant to encourage your team to collaborate on finding a shared solution to a problem. A successful activity will provide workers with the opportunity to get to know one another while also allowing them to leverage their abilities to engage in a game or event. Excellent virtual team-building activities […]
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 […]