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Change Management: Why Transformation Efforts Fail
Your change management process matters because it will be the path everyone shares. But what model should you choose? There is nothing wrong with Kotter’s eight stages or McKinsey’s seven stages. Your choice should work IF their steps are diligently completed. That said, I do like the simplicity of the ADKAR model and how each of step unmistakably embraces that people are at the centre of change.
Millennials Are Today’s Leaders. What Is In Our Future?
Because Millennials are today’s leaders, they are having an important influence on corporate cultures. Millennials often bring a fresh, more casual perspective to our workspaces. But don’t let their casual exterior fool you – they are very focused on being productive, successful, and proud of their work.
"Treat Your Staff How You Would Like to Be Treated", Sir Richard Branson. I Don't Quite Agree
Many people have written about challenges with Sir Richard Branson’s quote “There’s no magic formula for great company culture. The key is just to treat your staff how you would like to be treated”. While there are aspects of this statement that are not perfect, there is a viewpoint I believe makes sense. Let me share my dual position.
The What, Why and How of Vulnerable Leadership
What is vulnerable leadership? Vulnerability may look different for each of us. It depends on our personalities, our upbringing, our experiences and so much more. For some, vulnerability can mean fearing not always having the answers while others fear having to say, “I was wrong”. Vulnerability means showing emotion, and in this article we explore how great leaders make vulnerability a strength.
Disagree With Respect At Work: Part II
When you and I disagree with respect for each other it becomes and opportunity to work as a productive, creative team. Especially when stakes are high these three additional approaches / building blocks can help us have successful difficult conversations and be able to disagree with respect at work, with family and even with strangers. And don't forget to check out Part I of this series for more.
Disagree With Respect At Work: Part I
Disagreement is part of every business environment. And to disagree with respect at work is a sign we are part of a healthy business culture. Whatever we experience at work will also influence our behaviour, our relationships, and our enjoyment at home. This makes it even more important we recognize our responsibility to be part of a healthy business culture that embraces disagreeing with respect.
What Is Best Alternative To A Negotiated Agreement or BATNA
You empower yourself by preparing one and preferably more BATNAs (options), in advance of a negotiation. Whether you are asking for a pay increase, buying a competitor company, or deciding with your partner about where to go on vacation. And when you are done defining your BATNAs, go further and define the BATNAs of your counterparts.
How To Develop A Strategic Plan
How do you go about being successful when faced with the mammoth time-consuming task of developing a strategic plan? My quick advice is, “Be patient, take it one step at a time – don’t skip any steps, and include as many other people as possible at every step”.
Work-Life Balance Requires Respect, Trust And Choice By Everyone
So many people are asking "How do you respect work-life balance?" and "Is Work Life Balance Possible?". Organizations are continuing to struggle finding ways to address the reality that for a company to succeed, employees need to feel like their leaders care about them. The question is, "What is the balance between employee needs and business needs?"
Difficult Conversations: Never Easy – Always Worthwhile
I propose it’s better to have a conversation that will be uncomfortable in the short time and give the employee the opportunity to see you as someone who cares about their personal and professional future. By having a difficult conversation and resolving conflict you are also empowering them to decide if they would like to adjust their behaviour.