While my penchant is for systemic change and not quick fixes, occasionally you just need a little somethin’ somethin’ to rally the team and lift their spirits. Perhaps you’re stuck in a rut or it’s been a rough week – regardless, leverage the power of music, story and humor to add some sparkle to your workplace.
Music is probably the easiest – Read more >
Usually managers are excited to promote someone in whom they see great potential and whose excellent work they want to reward. In this excitement, managers often express how much they believe in the team member and share all of the upsides and opportunities to be gained in the new role.
Yet many of these promotions don’t go as hoped – especial Read more >
Many organizations work hard to define their values. They then publicly post those values for all to see. While both of these efforts are key and commendable, it’s not until your values are operationalized within your organization that they’re living and breathing.
One of the most powerful ways to operationalize your values is to take Read more >
Don’t lose the magic.
And here’s how…
Capture the recipe to your secret sauce.
Gather your team together. Ask them what it is they love about working at your organization. In essence, what are all the ingredients that have created your extraordinary workplace culture? Capture all of it – the tangible, the intangible, th Read more >
Your team is a reflection of you.
Taking on this statement, you may feel pride, or you may feel horror.
To avoid grotesque reflections of distorted fun house mirrors, take on these five tips:
