Blogs on Executive Coaching, Inclusion, Equity, Belonging, Employee Engagement, Retention Strategies and more
Leadership Choices – How to Embrace Discomfort and Change
Change is perhaps the only constant in our world. Whether you welcome or resist it, change is going to happen. Unfortunately, most of us tend to resist change, viewing it as a threat to a comfortable and stress-free existence. Yet, great leaders learn that personal change is a choice and embrace it. Why Should You […]
How to Self-censor to Avoid Saying the “Wrong” Thing
“A basic tenet of healthy democracy is open dialogue and transparency.” — Peter Fenn “A lack of transparency results in distrust and a deep sense of insecurity.” — Dalai Lama During WWII, soldiers’ letters were censored with a stamp of approval before being mailed home. The allies feared that sensitive information might get into enemy hands. […]
What 6 Case Studies Say About Our Results
At Innolect, our Innovative Intelligence® approach is the foundation for all of our services, books, and assessments. Our green “O” symbolizes our commitment to infuse fresh, creative, innovative ideas into everything we do. Designed by global thought leaders, our methodologies are manifested in collaboration with others and represent the synergy of learning and change. Using […]
Do You Have the Courage to be a Radical Empathizer?
Even during the pandemic, star athletes physically and psychologically prepare for their next athletic challenge. Just as athletes prepare for marathons, triathlons, the gridiron and other physical contests, leaders need to prepare for difficult or challenging situations. Today, many leaders and managers tell us that they’re afraid to start a conversation or dialogue about racial […]
The Importance of Listening
“One of the most sincere forms of respect is actually listening to what another has to say.” — Bryant H. McGill With more people talking and fewer people listening, we need leaders at the top who ensure all voices are heard. Leaders who fail to listen increase litigation risks, lower employee engagement, reduce innovative ideas […]
Staying Connected: Overcome Anxiety of Going It Alone
To demonstrate the power and strength gained through collaboration, we brought thin metal rods to a team in conflict. We gave one rod to each team member and asked each person to bend their rod. The rods bent easily. Next, we gave one team member ten rods bound together and asked her to bend those. […]
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