Tag: behaviours
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WHEN “AWKWARD” CROSSES A LINE: Coaching a Senior Leader Towards Respectful Conduct
“Some colleagues have shared that certain interactions with you have caused them to feel uncomfortable. In your role, it’s essential to recognise that your leadership is measured not only by intention, but also by the impact your behaviour has on others.”
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QUIET CRACKING: The new hidden threat – A Guide for Senior Leaders
Quiet cracking is a wake-up call. It’s telling us that something deeper is broken. Not in our people, but in our systems, cultures and leadership practices. Senior managers have a choice. We can ignore it and hope for the best. Or we can lean in, listen deeply and lead differently.
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INVEST IN THE WEEKLY ONE-ON-ONE
So you don’t have time to schedule one on ones with all of your direct reports? Thats okay, just set aside time for the ones that you want to be engaged, motivated and performing at their best.
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SELF-AWARENESS IS YOUR MOST UNDERRATED ASSET
Do you know how you land with people? How do people feel after meeting with you? Self-awareness isn’t soft, it’s strategic. It helps you lead with authenticity, build trust, and create a workplace where people thrive.
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WHEN “REASONABLE” FEELS UNREASONABLE
Psychological safety used to mean freedom from bullying, harassment, and retaliation. Today, it’s increasingly interpreted through a personal lens: “Did this interaction make me feel good?” rather than “Was this interaction fair and appropriate?”
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STRATEGIC DISAGREEMENT IN LEADERSHIP
We often hear the expression “Frank and Fearless” but sometimes stepping back, rather than speaking up, will be the smarter option. How do you know when to put your armour on and step into the fight? This article might help.
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WHEN WORK FEELS LIKE A BATTLEFIELD…
Twice this week I’ve had clients tell me that they are having challenges dealing with ‘combative’ employees. I thought it was interesting that they both used the same word, combative, and it got me thinking.
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WHY CAN’T WE JUST TALK ABOUT IT?
You dread going in on a Monday, the week drags by like a microwave minute (the longest minute in the world) and by Friday afternoon you just want to curl up in a ball with a blanket and a bottle and tell your poor dog all about your horrible week.
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THE TRUTH CAN HURT BUT IT’S ALSO A RARE GIFT
It may sting a little at first but you can get past that.
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