Understanding the Dynamics of Respect in the Workplace In today’s fast-paced work environment, the dynamics of respect can significantly influence the overall health and productivity
Category: Team Building
Meet Emily, a startup founder who was once consumed with micromanaging every aspect of her business. When she finally decided to step back and empower
In today’s dynamic and competitive business landscape, success hinges not only on technical skills and expertise but also on emotional intelligence (EI). Defined as the
Trust, an inherently fragile yet pivotal element within any team, stands as the foundation upon which successful leadership is built. Envision trust as a perfect
What are the best practices for effective team management? Building high-performance teams and secrets from successful leaders. Over my career, I’ve had the opportunity to
Communicating Vision: A Key to Success As a leader, it’s essential to have a clear vision of where you want to take your organization or
I sat there in the funeral home in disbelief. The hard wooden bench, deeply stained a cherry red to match the somber entryway, was the gateway to my sadness. The only light in the darkness of losing my mother was my friend, who sat with me. For hours as I took condolences, she sat there quietly, holding my hand…
If you don’t have trust in a team, you don’t have a team. You have a collection of people assigned to work together. In late 2015 I was very excited to get my dream assignment. I went to specialized training and thought this was what I would do for the rest of my life. When I arrived at my new “team,” I was welcomed with suspicion and two-faced interactions. The cut-throat attitude caught me off guard. I lost that opportunity within the year because I wasn’t prepared to adopt the culture and was pushed out. That collection of individuals could have been a fantastic team. Unfortunately, trust wasn’t part of their culture.
It happened again. My friend, an introvert, was passed over for an opportunity. He was upset because this was the third time he was excluded