Does rivalry always have to be negative? After my last blog post about Workplace Jealousy, I started reflecting on the potential pros and cons of the related idea – workplace rivalry. One of my favourite organizational psychologists, Dr. Adam Grant tackles this...
TL;DR: The Insidious Impact of Workplace Jealousy Instead of inspiring others, sometimes professional excellence can trigger destructive workplace jealousy. Research highlights that highly capable women, particularly racialized women, frequently face backlash,...
Recently a post on LinkedIn about organizational culture and inclusion caught my attention – and got me thinking about the concept of micro-kindnesses in the workplace. To paraphrase, my LinkedIn connection said: “I sometimes worry that I’m not doing enough to...
One topic that is popular among employees, leaders, and HR professionals is the hybrid work arrangement, combining both in-office and remote working. Returning to the office is exciting for some, but a daunting prospect for others. Organizations are at various stages...
Many professionals are still working remotely or in hybrid work environments. While this type of arrangement can be great for convenience, productivity, fostering creativity and better use of resources, one issue I keep thinking about is the challenge associated with...
“We do not learn from experience but from reflecting on experience.” – John Dewey Do you know how others view you as a leader? Regardless of where you are in your career, self-awareness is a key building block for effective leadership. Being conscious of our...
