Do You Have to Love Your Job?
Do you have to love your job? We often get stuck in the idea that we have to love every aspect of our job. So when we hit frustrating projects or challenging tasks, we feel beaten down. But that’s natural.
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Resist The Urge! Why Adapting to Gen Z Could Hurt Your Company
Strengthen your organization by fostering resilience, accountability, and growth instead of simply meeting Gen Z’s demands
The Weight Of Words And Actions For Leaders
After a recent talk I gave to an organization, I had lunch with the CEO to talk about leadership and some of the things she was focusing on and struggling with. She recently took over as CEO and was working on changing the corporate culture where employees could speak up, share ideas, and feel like they weren’t working in such a strict hierarchy.
How Torani’s People-First Culture Led To A $500M Company Without Layoffs
Torani, a $500 million flavor company, has thrived for over a century without a single layoff. Their secret? A people-first culture that empowers employees and aligns values with daily practices.
The Way We Attract And Retain Talent Is Wrong
We’ve been attracting and retaining talent the wrong way for decades. Traditionally, we entice prospective employees with stories about what it’s like to work for our company. We share perks and promises to get them to accept the job. No one starts out hating their job. New employees are excited to jump in and work for the company.
The Employee Life Cycle Is Dead, And HR Killed It
What stage are you in? Sounds like a weird question to ask right? And before you’re wondering if I hit my head, I want you to consider that every single one of you reading this right now who are working for a company, are in a “stage.”
Why It’s Time to Reinvent Traditional Management Styles
In today’s fast-paced business environment, clinging to outdated management styles can be detrimental to your organization’s success. The traditional top-down approach, characterized by rigid hierarchical structures, often fails to engage employees and drive innovation. It’s time to rethink how we manage our teams and foster a culture of empowerment and agility.
“I and Thou” and “I and It” Relationships In A Leadership Context: Viewing Your Employees As Cogs Vs Humans
A few days ago I was having lunch with my mom (something I’m trying to do more frequently now that I live 15 mins away from her). She’s one of the top therapists in the LA area and during lunch she was telling me about a class she is taking focused on Imago therapy which is a form couples therapy.
How To Practice The Mindset Of The Servant
The concept of servant leadership was first coined by Robert K. Greenleaf in his 1970 essay, “The Servant as Leader.” Greenleaf was a former AT&T executive and he proposed a radical shift in leadership philosophy, suggesting that leaders should be servants first, putting the needs of their team and organization before their own.
Overcoming the Victim Mentality and Embracing Accountability in the Workplace
Creating a culture of accountability is crucial for any organization aiming to thrive. When everyone in a company takes ownership of their role and actions, it leads to a more dynamic, productive, and positive work environment. Accountability fosters trust, encourages continuous improvement, and ultimately drives success. Here’s how leaders can implement and sustain a culture of accountability, with insights from Michael Weening, CEO of Calix.