Blogs on Executive Coaching, Inclusion, Equity, Belonging, Employee Engagement, Retention Strategies and more
The Unexpected Benefits of Executive Coaching
Executive coaching has long been recognized as a powerful tool for leaders seeking to improve their performance and leadership skills. However, beyond the obvious advantages, there are several unexpected benefits that can have a profound impact on both professional and personal growth. Let’s explore some of the surprising perks that come with executive coaching: Combat […]
Have You Dreamed of a Superpower?
Have You Dreamed of a Superpower? How About Influencing without Authority? Influence as a superpower? Why not? Who wouldn’t want the ability to shape opinions, drive decisions and contribute to reaching company goals? Influence is fundamental for leadership and is often identified as a competency goal of our coaching clients. Most of us need […]
The Dynamics of Employee-Manager Relationships and Their Impact on Retention
In the ever-evolving landscape of the modern workplace, the relationship between employees and their managers has emerged as a critical factor influencing employee retention. As organizations strive to navigate the complexities of the post-pandemic era, a leader’s ability to understand and foster positive employee-manager dynamics is often the key to maintaining a stable and engaged […]
Women’s History Month
“We have a powerful potential in our youth, and we must have the courage to change old ideas and practices so that we may direct their power toward good ends.” —Mary McLeod Bethune As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we encourage you to read First Ladies by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray. This historical fiction […]
4. How to Harness Conflict on Your Team to Fuel Creativity
Conflict is a common occurrence, but it can be harmful to working teams and the organization as a whole if not properly handled. Our earlier blogs outlined the CAUSES, IMPACTS and SOLUTIONS of interpersonal conflict on teams. It might surprise you to know, however, that not all conflict is a source for concern. In fact, […]
How to Help Engage Remote and other Team Members to Increase Retention
Do we need to switch on our cameras? Can we skip the warm-up? Do we really need to talk about how we feel during this meeting? Oh no, not the team game again! Why is it crucial for the team to know each other? We live in times when hybrid and remote work are standard, […]