Starting with the WHY – this stays relevant also in these times https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6spNnsD-XOY
Tag: leadership
Help us to understand the impact of Organisational Culture, but also the impact on Organisational Culture of COVID-19
In these exceptional times, old habits now offer us less support than before. So we have to look for new habits or adapt our old habits to the new context. Bringing focus to what is important to us personally and to the organization we work for, can help us. Our (organizational) values are ideal instruments… Lees verder Help us to understand the impact of Organisational Culture, but also the impact on Organisational Culture of COVID-19
Help a Team Member Improve Their Follow-Through
When a colleague or direct report fails to follow through on a task or promise, it’s rarely intentional. More often, it’s the result of an underlying issue, such as unclear responsibilities or unrealistic goals. To identify what’s really going on — and fix it — check to make sure you’re not part of the problem.… Lees verder Help a Team Member Improve Their Follow-Through
Don’t Let “Perfect” Be the Enemy of “Good”
We should all strive to do our best, but if you always aim for perfection, you may blow deadlines, annoy your colleagues, and miss out on opportunities. Instead of never being satisfied with “good enough,” talk to others about their standards. What does a good job look like to your boss, peer, or client? What… Lees verder Don’t Let “Perfect” Be the Enemy of “Good”
How to Encourage Participation During Virtual Meetings
It’s hard to get people to pay attention in meetings when everyone’s in the same room — let alone if they’re all calling in from home. How can you get people to actually participate in a virtual meeting? The key is to create structured opportunities for attendees to engage. When opening the virtual room, give… Lees verder How to Encourage Participation During Virtual Meetings
If you replace 'I' with 'We' then Illness becomes Wellness
When the news is scary and the future is uncertain, many employees will look to managers for reassurance — even though you might not have the answers yourself. You can help by first finding your own sense of focus. Then focus on your team and what you can do as a team: Before you start… Lees verder If you replace 'I' with 'We' then Illness becomes Wellness
Culture is about HOW you do things … also in these uncertain times
I hope you are safe and adapting to the new normal. I usually don't send more than one email per week, but these are unusual circumstances, requiring that we move faster than normal. As you establish new policies and procedures for remote working and sick leave, navigate the ways in which potential disruptors like coronavirus… Lees verder Culture is about HOW you do things … also in these uncertain times
Focus on what you can influence
Many people are overwhelmed by what is happening. Of course, when you look at the big picture, the problems look huge, but as an individual you don't have to solve every problem in the world. Focus on what you can influence and enlarge your area of influence step-by-step How can you create a framework that… Lees verder Focus on what you can influence
When physical distance increases, enhance emotional proximity
The COVID-19 pandemic is a pressure test for the entire (health, society & business) system. As a leader this poses new challenges to maintain/build team resilience. Now that you’ve got tools to connect with your colleagues, it’s important to use them regularly to support ongoing communication and connection. A sense of loneliness and isolation can… Lees verder When physical distance increases, enhance emotional proximity
