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 Barb Ward We know that a key characteristic in a healthy organizational culture – and in fact every facet of our lives – is effective communication. And it seems like this comes as second nature to some, while for others it is a process. Knowing just what to say, when to say it, and […]
By Laurie Cure I often say, “Leadership is not for the faint of heart”. Leaders make critical and difficult decisions for themselves and others that have a significant impact. This holds a weight that can be offset by a “knowing” (a hope) that situations always have a way forward. Hope helps us make sense of […]
By Barb Ward from conversations with Kailey Bowser, Leadership Consultant, and Alex Cousins, Financial Planner As leaders continue struggling to fill talent gaps in their organizations post-pandemic, the reality of 11,000 people per day reaching retirement age in 2024 looms. Employers are painfully aware that with every retiree who walks out their doors, years of […]
