Since we are living through the greatest disruption to the workplace, why do we feel stuck between impossible decisions, no-win situations, and in an environment that lacks any forward momentum? Well, as Einstein said, "You...
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Does Your Team Trust You?
So does your team trust you, company leaders, and peers? In our increasingly polarized society, workplaces are now held to a higher standard. Leaders are expected to address societal issues in meaningful ways. Creating a safe...
Harnessing Momentum at Work
We all crave momentum. It's the feeling of being on a roll – unstoppable. How do you create momentum? We asked some of our teammates to share how they think about momentum: "I think of how an object in motion stays in motion...
The Hidden Truths About Burnout
Employee burnout costs the U.S. economy more than $350 million each year in turnover, sickness, reduced productivity, and low morale. Up 5.1% from 2020 to 2021, a whopping 34.7% of people are burnt out. The high amount of...
Today's Leadership Challenges Mirror Yesterday's Problems
Have you heard of the "Quiet Quitting" trend sweeping social media? It's the latest way to describe how employees commonly respond to burnout – but the trend is far from new. "Quiet Quitting" is a repackaging and marketing of...
What Are People Leaders Tackling Right Now?
Why should mental health be a critical part of your business strategy? Prioritizing mental health is fundamental to creating a healthy and high-performing culture. Leaders have the opportunity to use work as a vehicle to light...
Planning Your Next Team Event? Try This!
Imagine this all-too-familiar scenario... You've spent a ton of time planning a company event or important meeting only to find it was unproductive or forgotten about soon after. That stings. No need for that to ever happen...
What Do Surveys and Diversity Trends Have in Common? You.
Are Surveys Moving You Forward or Holding You Back? So often we hear how people dread surveys. It makes sense. Employees don't feel their voice leads to meaningful change. Leaders struggle to turn data insights from surveys...
Focus on Connection at Your Next Team Retreat
What's the first thing your team wants to talk about after not seeing each other for 1 or 2 years? Hint: It has nothing to do with your business plan or company priorities. Your people want to connect. Theme of Our Recent Company...