Posts in: workplace innovation

February 18, 2022 Misti Aaronson

Getting Real in the Metaverse

We're big fans of trying out-of-the-box new ideas. That's why we got out-of-our-Zoom-boxes and hosted our recent all-hands company retreat in the...metaverse.We heard a lot of positive feedback from our team... "As a new hire...

February 4, 2022 Misti Aaronson

Empowering Psychologically Safe Communities

In a psychologically safe workplace, team members and leaders agree not to ridicule, punish or shame others for speaking up – whether someone is sharing a wild idea, voicing unpopular opinions, or blowing the whistle on an...

February 2, 2022 SHIFT

Recognition is Key to Retention

"What you appreciate appreciates." In virtual work environments, we all have to explore unique and personalized approaches to making employees feel seen, heard, and understood. A little recognition goes a long way, so imagine...

January 21, 2022 Misti Aaronson

The Shortest Path to Better Communication

What comes to mind when you think of “storytelling?” It could be your favorite childhood story like The Giving Tree, an inspiring TED Talk about emotional intelligence, or a million other stories. Most of us know that...

January 20, 2022 SHIFT

Make Storytelling Your Team's Superpower

If you don’t think you’re a storyteller, we’ve got news for you. You are. As humans, we tell stories all day long – and it’s more than just childhood fables we’re sharing. Whether you’re an HR pro rolling out a new company...

January 7, 2022 Misti Aaronson

Your Team Needs to Hear This

Every leader wants to be a better communicator, and most leaders have a tough time sharing what’s in their hearts.What message did you send your team coming into 2022? It’s not too late. See what our CEO Joe said below – we won’t...

January 4, 2022 SHIFT

Connection: Driver of Company Culture

A whopping 62% of HR professionals agree it has been difficult to maintain workplace culture during the pandemic, according to SHRM’s 2021 Culture Refresh Report – are you surprised? We all know culture can make or break your...

December 17, 2021 Misti Aaronson

Trendspotting, Wake-Up Calls, Annual RESET

Article of the Week LinkedIn’s crystal ball predicted 29 future trends and big ideas for 2022. The good news is that many are already in motion such as: wearables and apps, “work from anywhere,” 4-day work weeks, and the...

December 3, 2021 Misti Aaronson

CEO Trends, Big Rocks, Song of the Year

Changing of the Guard CEOs, much like the workforce at large, put off quitting their jobs in the chaos of 2020. But in 2021, CEOs are just as much a part of the Great Resignation as their employees, according to this Heidrick &...