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What Does It Mean to Demonstrate Authentic Leadership?
Inexperienced leaders must recognize the difference between playing the “character” of what they think a leader should be and what authentic leadership is. This requires self-reflection and intentionally developing a genuine leadership style based on their own strengths, values, and a keen understanding of the team’s dynamics. Otherwise, their approach will seem hollow or one-sided and come across as inauthentic.
Including Gen Z, four generations in the workplace. What’s the secret to making it work?
In today’s dynamic workplace, organizations are navigating a unique era in which the workforce spans four distinct generations Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, to the emerging Generation Z or “Gen-Z.” With each generation bringing its own set of values, skills, and work styles to the table, building an effective, cohesive multigenerational team presents opportunities and challenges.
Exploring the Consequences of Microaggressions in the Workplace
During past training sessions, I’ve provided empirical and concrete examples of how discrimination and microaggressions can hurt more than the intended victims. Here, I’ll share one clear example, inspired by a recent TV interview, of how microaggressions and chronic mistreatment can impair retention and hurt the majority.
Dealing with Professional Setbacks
Professional setbacks and disappointments are an inevitable part of any career journey. Setbacks come in various forms, whether it’s missing out on a promotion, being laid off, dealing with the fallout associated with a failed project, or enduring systemic barriers.
What do HR Departments do?
During a recent chat with some new university graduates, we discussed the function of a Human Resources (HR) department. In the midst of that casual conversation, it occurred to me from their comments that while I have 20+ years of understanding of what goes on in the HR department, younger people who are just starting out might have no idea at all.
The Hidden Realities of Frenemies at Work
On the surface, frenemies might appear supportive and friendly, but their actions or words can subtly or overtly undermine, sabotage, or criticize. This kind of relationship can be particularly complex … When this happens at work, where one’s livelihood is at stake, it can be especially difficult.
Post-Pandemic Physical Return-to-Work Mandates? (Part Two)
In my last post, More Post-Pandemic Return-to-Office Mandates? (Part One) I talked about some of the positives of a physical return-to-work (or reduced remote work). This week I’ll look at some of the trickier aspects and why working at home is so much better for some — plus some of the benefits of a hybrid work arrangement.
More Post-Pandemic Return-to-Office Mandates? (Part One)
Once buzzing with life, the modern office is often quieter in today’s post-pandemic world – despite return-to-office (hybrid) mandates or the threat of these mandates.
With many employees still working remotely or hybrid, desks remain vacant. A new challenge has arisen. Despite research published by the Harvard Business School and Fortune Magazine showing that remote workers are more productive, some employers claim that in-office work boosts productivity. A tug-of-war has emerged between management eager for a full (or at least hybrid) return to work and employees cherishing the flexibility of working remotely.
