Leaders give feedback because they want people to grow. But even when the intention is good, that's not always what happens. Instead of thinking about how to improve, the person receiving the feedback may be wondering something else entirely: Did I disappoint them? Am I in trouble? What does this mean going forward? When the […]
Accountability is something every leader should strive for. But there are times when the way we pursue it doesn’t have the desired effect. Instead of encouraging ownership, it can leave people more focused on avoiding mistakes than on sharing ideas. Most leaders don't set out to create a culture of fear. They want people to […]
By Holly LeMaster The holiday season is quickly approaching and we find ourselves in circumstances that many epidemiologists and data scientists anticipated over the summer months: a new surge in COVID-19 cases across the nation. The Centers for Disease Control (“CDC”) are telling us that indoor gatherings, even of our close team members and extended […]
By Gail Gumminger Deep conversations are the basis for meaningful relationships that propel us as a society. When we grow and develop together, anything is possible.
By Laurie Cure, PhD, MBA Fall is about harvest. We celebrate, from September through Thanksgiving, the abundance and bounty available to us. This year felt different and, despite difficulties we have managed. There is much to celebrate. At Innovative Connections, our team is grateful for the continued opportunities to serve you. Our mission has always been to “give […]
