Posts Tagged ‘team building’
The Strategic Org Structure?
Most organizations have stuck with a legacy org structure where the functional silos are clearly defined. The challenge this kind of structure causes is to recognize and respond more quickly to the need for cross-functional and cross-silo projects and initiatives. The re-visualization of the org structure, functions, and roles should align with strategic objectives, not…
Read MoreLeading Change in Eight Steps
All teams have three participants: change agents, change neutrals, and change resistors. The key to leading change is empowering the change agents, influencing the change equivocators, and helping the change resistors understand the WIIFM (what’s in it for me). Here are the critical steps to leading change. First, identify who fits into these categories because…
Read MoreBuilding a purpose-driven team in 7 steps
Building an extraordinary team is essential for any organization to succeed. However, creating a high-performing team is a complex task, requiring a lot of effort, patience, and commitment from both the team leader and the team members. This article will discuss the steps necessary to build an extraordinary team. Building an extraordinary team requires effort,…
Read MoreDEIB must be done correctly!
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) has become a buzzword in the corporate world, with many organizations attempting to implement DEIB strategies. However, a feeble attempt at a DEIB strategy can be dangerous for the company and the individuals it aims to support. The first danger of a feeble attempt at a DEIB strategy is…
Read MoreAvoiding bad decisions
Decision-making is essential for any leader, but bad decisions can undermine your influence. One of the causes of poor decisions is cognitive biases. Cognitive biases are thinking patterns that lead people to make irrational or incorrect decisions. They can influence our judgment, perception, and interpretation of information, often without awareness. Cognitive biases can be dangerous…
Read MoreBefore you jump into that leadership role, read this
Starting a new job as an executive is exciting and overwhelming. You are entering a new role or organization, and making a solid first impression is essential. There is a tendency to “jump right in” and make big decisions thinking you need to prove they made the right decision picking you. That would be a…
Read MoreThe Pathway to an effective hybrid workforce
Out of necessity, the concept of a hybrid workforce has gained immense popularity due to the pandemic. However, out of urgency, most companies transitioned to a remote or hybrid workforce “on the fly.” Now companies are trying to build a sustainable hybrid model that balances the flexibility of remote work and the benefits of in-person…
Read MoreImposter Syndrome is a real thing…
Imposter Syndrome is a psychological pattern in which individuals doubt their accomplishments and fear being exposed as a fraud. It is a common experience that affects people of all ages, genders, and professional backgrounds. Imposter Syndrome leads to feelings of inadequacy, low self-esteem, and anxiety, ultimately limiting an individual’s potential. Imposter Syndrome at work is…
Read MorePayroll Transparency – yes or no?
Payroll transparency is an essential aspect of any organization’s financial management. It refers to openly sharing information about employees’ salaries, benefits, and other compensation-related data with them. This can be done through various means, such as posting salaries on an internal company website or making them available to employees upon request. This practice promotes trust…
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