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 […]
What makes a company culture great? We know it when we see it, but what is it exactly? Claire Hastwell from Great Place to Work simply defines it as a culture “where employees feel seen and heard, where management is transparent, and where teams are proud and excited to work together.” As much as we […]
The role of a leader is essential for setting a vision and direction in order to inspire, motivate and develop others. Leaders facilitate communication and are tasked with making the most difficult decisions. Often, carrying a weight of responsibility to ensure the wellbeing and success of the group they are leading. Now, with the future […]
HR Executive Chip Houghton and Jennifer Feldman, explain that traditionally, personalized leadership development often requires an executive coach and a leader to go through the process of identifying skills, experiences and exposure needed to move a leader forward. This often involved reliance on subjective interpretation of qualitative 360-degree feedback, which must align to the values […]
