History belongs to the collaborators

History belongs to the collaborators

Developing an outward-focused mindset is key when trying to foster a successful collaborative culture in organizations. Collaboration should be approached as a skill instead of a value, which necessitates developing skills like active listening and healthy feedback. Small groups coming together, working together and learning together has resulted in some of the most significant shifts…

Performance- versus excellence-driven leadership

Performance- versus excellence-driven leadership

Performance-driven leadership prioritizes performance at the cost of team well-being. Excellence-based leadership, grounded in joy and care, fosters authentic growth and organizational success. Performance-based leadership Fear-driven leadership is often disguised as a performance drive. The desire for performance from leaders is totally understandable, but when it is over-emphasised it can end up being detrimental to your team, department,…

Forming Team Identity 3: Shared values and new team members
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Forming Team Identity 3: Shared values and new team members

Helping a new team member resonate with a group’s principles and values can either help them unite with the team or create a chasm that is very hard to overcome. Joining a new team can be an exciting and challenging experience. One crucial factor that determines the success of a new team member is their…

Forming Team Identity 2: The importance of belonging
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Forming Team Identity 2: The importance of belonging

Fostering a sense of belonging within a team to boost engagement and productivity is critical. The post provides practical tips for managers, such as understanding team members’ values, personality traits, and unique contributions, to create an inclusive culture where everyone thrives. As human beings, we have a natural need to feel safe and belong. It’s…