When we hear the phrase self-care, many of us picture spa days, bubble baths, or long weekends away. Nice if you can, although rarely realistic in the thick of leadership.
The truth is: real self-care is less about escape and more about rhythm. It’s about building practices and structures that restore leaders in the day-to-day — not just when things calm down.
Read MoreTrust is often treated like a matter of personality: be honest, be kind, be transparent. And while those qualities absolutely matter, they aren’t the whole picture. It’s easy to think trust is only about character. But in practice, it’s often built—or broken—by the systems we rely on every day.
Structure isn’t the opposite of trust—or autonomy. It’s the scaffolding that supports both.
Read MoreUncertainty is part of life — and work. But lately, it seems to be the backdrop for everything. Leaders are navigating tough decisions in the face of global instability, shifting priorities, and limited clarity. And many are asking a quiet, honest question: How do I lead when I don’t feel steady myself?
Read MoreInvesting in your people is essential for growth, but simply spending money on training won’t guarantee results. To truly get the most out of your budget and to ensure participants retain knowledge through experience, your culture must actively support learning by creating space for innovation, experimentation, and even failure. When your team feels empowered to try new things, reflect on what they’re learning, and continuously improve, the impact of your investment will increase exponentially.
Read MoreWith nearly 1 in 5 adults experiencing mental health issues each year and the added pressures of today’s fast-paced, hybrid work environment, it's more important than ever for leaders to cultivate a workplace that supports mental well-being. In our work with clients across many sectors, we hear again and again that leaders are feeling uncertain about how to support their people when it comes to mental health. If this is something you are struggling with, asking yourself the following questions is a great place to start.
Read MoreEmotional intelligence is the ability to understand and manage our own emotions while showing empathy and compassion for those around us. Studies over the past several years have underscored EI's importance to leaders and it's evident that individuals who have a healthy relationship with their emotions foster more trust and safety at work compared to those who react impulsively.
Read MoreThe concept of company culture can feel elusive and intangible. What exactly is it? Why is it important? Who is responsible for its creation?
Whether you’ve considered it or not, your company already possesses a culture, for better or for worse. Company culture plays a pivotal role in shaping the well-being of employees and significantly impacts their engagement, productivity, and overall satisfaction.
Read MoreSoft skills are the new hard skills. Emotional intelligence is the ability to understand and manage our own emotions and feelings, while showing empathy and compassion for those around us. Leaders can consistently apply emotional intelligence as a means of improving team results, workplace culture, and employee fulfillment by becoming more self-aware.
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