HR exists to protect the company, not necessarily you. That doesn’t mean HR is the enemy, but it does mean that navigating conversations with them requires clarity, confidence, and strategy. Whether you’re addressing employee concerns, advocating for fairness, or handling a sensitive issue, here’s how to approach these conversations without losing your voice. 1. Clarify
Tag Archives: Integrity and Wholeness
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Why Performance Improvement Plans Need a Rebrand Let’s be honest: “Performance Improvement Plan” has become a dreaded phrase in many organizations. For employees, hearing “You’re going on a PIP” can feel like a death knell—the new “Final Written Warning.” For managers, it can feel like an administrative hurdle imposed by HR to ensure legal coverage
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Compassion is more than just a feeling—it’s an active force that shapes workplace culture, builds trust, and strengthens organizations. Inspired by Awakening Compassion at Work by Monica C. Worline and Jane E. Dutton, this checklist provides actionable steps for fostering a compassionate work environment. Use it to assess and enhance how you respond to suffering,
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Effective leadership requires emotional strength, self-differentiation, and a calm, non-anxious presence. Friedman argues that leaders often fail because they succumb to the anxiety, emotional pressures, and reactive behaviors of those around them. The book advocates for leaders to stay grounded in their principles, resist the contagion of anxiety, and embrace the courage to confront challenges directly. By maintaining emotional resilience and clarity, leaders can inspire confidence, drive meaningful change, and avoid the pitfalls of over-functioning or reactive decision-making.
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How can leaders balance empathy and accountability to drive meaningful change? Inspired by Power and Love by Adam Kahane, this checklist provides actionable steps to integrate love (connection) and power (agency) in your leadership approach. Use it to navigate complex challenges, foster trust, and build partnerships that lead to sustainable progress. Checklist 1: Embrace the
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A client told me she knows “perfectionism is bad,” but she likes it because it makes her work better. Do you agree? Let’s explore the difference between perfectionism and excellence and how one small shift in perspective can open the door to greater success and satisfaction. Understanding Perfectionism vs. Embracing Excellence Perfectionism thrives on fear.
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David Rock, a thought leader in the field of neuroscience and leadership, introduced the SCARF model in his seminal book Your Brain at Work. This book explores how understanding the brain’s natural tendencies can help individuals and teams improve performance, collaboration, and decision-making. The SCARF model, one of the central concepts in the book, offers
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Working with a new boss from a different cultural background presents challenges but can open doors to personal and professional growth. By applying these strategies, you can turn cultural differences into an asset for your team’s success.
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As burnout continues to take its toll in corporate life, the urgency for mental health initiatives in the workplace is undeniable. The pandemic served as a catalyst for many to question their work-life balance, leading to a broader conversation about the importance of well-being in the corporate environment. A 2023 survey by Future Forum found
