by Rachel Verlik, MS, PCC, CDTLF As part of my coaching practice and continual growth, I reflect on the types of conversations I may be having across clients in my one-on-one coaching sessions. At times, I see trends that may help guide me to deepen my knowledge and...
The strength of your organization doesn't just lie in strategies or technologies. A significant portion of it lies in the resilience of your teams. This resilience enables your organization to navigate challenges, adapt to change, and emerge stronger from adversity....
By Lyne Desormeaux, PSYD, MCC The business landscape has been nothing short of intriguing in the last few years. Its cycles of continuous change mean that leaders must be prepared to navigate uncertainty and make informed decisions. Two popular frameworks for guiding...
The advent of remote work has ushered in a new era of leadership challenges and opportunities, especially when it comes to effective remote leadership. As organizations embrace the flexibility and efficiency offered by remote arrangements, leaders find themselves...
by Nick Tubach, M.B.A., PCC In our fast-paced, data-driven world where telling, instructing and advising have become the norm, Edgar H. Schein's book, "Humble Inquiry: The Gentle Art of Asking Instead of Telling," stands out as an essential guide to effective...
by Steve Hansen, PCC Political savvy is a vital competence for any executive, but the term “office politics” has received a bad rap. Political competence is the “ability to understand what you can and cannot control, when to take action, who is going to resist your...
by Danielle Siegel, PCC, LCSW If I put a quarter in a jar every time I heard “I was so unproductive today” or “what did I do all day” or “I can’t figure out how to manage my time”, I would have enough money saved up for a fabulous vacation! This is such a common...
The data doesn't hold back–people don’t believe in their leaders. DDI’s 2023 Global Leadership Forecast analyzed responses from 1,827 HR experts and 13,695 leaders across 50 countries and 24 industries. The findings raise eyebrows—a significant 17% decline in...
Everyone has blind spots. Some are subtle, born from personal experiences or inherent biases. Others might stem from gaps in knowledge or areas of expertise that we simply haven't explored. But blind spots aren't just about what we don't know — they can also involve...
Workplace conflict: a destructive force or a creative one? It depends on how you manage it. Conflict stimulates critical thinking and problem-solving while testing our assumptions and preconceptions. When conflict occurs, it signifies that individuals care enough...