Top 5 Skills Needed to Successfully Resolve Conflicts in the Workplace
Top 5 Skills Needed to Successfully Resolve Conflicts in the Workplace Everyone experiences some kind of conflict in the workplace at some point. Something which Covid has added a realm of complexity to, to not only detect, but also resolve. Conflict can arise in many situations, but disagreements with coworkers commonly cause interpersonal strife. In […]
The Characteristics of a High-Performance Culture
The Characteristics of a High-Performance Culture A high-performance culture helps the organization achieve high levels of performance and results consistently over time. It’s no wonder then that building a high-performance culture is a chief goal for many organizations as it can mean the difference between stagnation and growth, competitiveness and being left behind. Regardless of […]
How to Tell Your Team That Organizational Change Is Coming
How to Tell Your Team That Organizational Change Is Coming Effective organizational change requires buy-in and support from all employees. To be adequately prepared for change, employees need to know what to expect and how to react to change. Otherwise, change can be overwhelming and unnerving. Strong communication can help employees prepare for change, and […]
What is a Culture Transformation, Exactly?
What is a Culture Transformation, Exactly? Whether an organization’s employees and leadership realize it or not, every organization has a culture. It’s defined by what the people of the organization do—culture is the sum of all behaviors. Do employees go out of the way to help each other? Is there a unified approach to the […]
How to Break Down Organizational Silos and Make Collaboration Happen
How to Break Down Organizational Silos and Make Collaboration Happen The relentless pace of change in the corporate world today requires organizational teams to work together to support a collaborative and innovative culture. However, the existence of complex hierarchies and matrixed reporting relationships often allows organizational silos to grow, which can impede the very collaboration […]
Customer Centricity: Skill Set vs. Mindset
Customer Centricity: Skill Set vs. Mindset When it comes to customer centricity, skill set and mindset go hand in hand. By fostering one without the other, you will probably see incremental improvements. However, if you want to implement a culture of customer centricity at your organization, building skills and shifting mindsets must be done in […]
How to Build a High Performance Culture
How to Build a High Performance Culture A high performance culture looks different at every company, but there are some qualities that you will find across all industries. A few key characteristics include: A commitment to developing strong leaders The ability to embrace change and act quickly A strong strategy for continuous improvement These […]
How to Conduct a Corporate Culture Gap Analysis
How to Conduct a Corporate Culture Gap Analysis Introduction What is your corporate culture? While many organizations may be able to generically state the shared beliefs and values of their employees or point to the writing on the walls, some struggle to truly define, live, and measure their company culture. Culture permeates every aspect of […]
It’s Not My Fault! Creating Accountability in Business.
It’s Not My Fault! Creating Accountability in Business. Accountability, both in business and in personal life, is defined as taking personal ownership to ensure responsibilities are achieved as expected. It is a mindset that a leader must possess and then foster throughout their organization. To fully grasp this concept, it might help to first understand […]
Organizational Transformation Definition and What It Means
Organizational Transformation Definition and What It Means Organizational transformation is the process of transforming and changing the existing corporate culture to achieve a competitive advantage or address a significant challenge. It can be an exciting time for any organization. It is visible action taken by organizational leaders to move from the present to the future […]