Harnessing Conflict to Drive Outcomes
I’ve worked on some of the smartest teams. Teams with billions in backing and mission statements that could change the world, yet I’ve never seen communication fall apart faster. When every group is laser-focused on the same big goal, you’d think conflict would vanish. Instead, it just moved underground: emails went unanswered, assumptions ran wild, […]
Unlocking Team Success: How Knowing Personalities Boosts Collaboration and Innovation
In order to understand how organizations function, the machine metaphor has been used extensively since the early 1900s: “we need to run like a well-oiled machine…” Organizations are portrayed as efficient, methodical machines- highlighting the importance of roles, responsibilities, and organizational structure, and showing how all of these elements must work together in unison to […]
How Thinking Styles Shape Your Creative Intelligence
Creativity + Innovation Coach, and PrinciplesYou Certified Coach Most people assume creativity is a rare talent or a job description. But what if your creative intelligence, or your ability to navigate change, solve problems, and imagine new paths, is already hiding in plain sight, embedded in the way you think? That’s the power of understanding […]
The Power of Candid Communication
Effective communication is the cornerstone of successful teamwork- but yet, many teams struggle with a lack of open and honest dialogue. In fact, only 13% of their leaders practiced effective workplace communication (Gallup, 2022).There is feedback unspoken, ideas not shared, and growth not achieved. Actually, there is even a common phrase when we attempt to […]
Unlocking High-Performance Culture: Why Knowing Yourself is the First Step
What does it really mean to create a high-performance culture? We throw around terms like “culture,” “high-performing teams,” and “accountability” all the time, but often without fully grasping what lies beneath them. Let’s explore this topic. I will share insights from working with global teams and diving into the tools and frameworks that help make […]
Unlocking the Power of Personality in Onboarding
Why personalizing the onboarding experience drives better engagement, retention, and performance Traditional onboarding often follows a one-size-fits-all approach: paperwork, policies, systems access, and maybe (if you’re lucky) a welcome lunch. However, if organizations want to break the mold and accelerate the impact of their efforts they need more than logistics—they need to build intrapersonal connections. […]
From Complexity to Clarity: Why Diagnosing Culture is Essential for Better Workplace Outcomes
Organizational culture has emerged as a pivotal factor that can significantly influence workplace outcomes. Gone are the days when culture was seen merely as a nebulous concept; it now stands as a strategic lever that can be measured and managed effectively. To do so, leaders must move beyond assumptions and gut feelings gleened from water-cooler […]
Leadership Potential: Personality Awareness Shapes Effective Leadership Styles
Effective leadership is essential in any organization- and leadership styles are profoundly shaped by personality. Recognizing how personality influences an individual’s potential can help organizations develop leaders who inspire others and drive success. Leaders—whether seasoned or emerging—benefit greatly from understanding their own personality traits and how these impact their approach to leadership, allowing them to […]
Driving Success Through People and Culture
It’s one of the most persistent problems in business: What are the best ways of identifying and developing the practices that produce high-performing teams? I’ve grappled with this problem for most of my professional life. Those of you who know me well will understand why this question has transfixed me for so long, but for […]
