Most organizations approach inclusion by focusing on representation metrics and diversity initiatives. But what if this surface-level approach is exactly why employees continue to feel disconnected, undervalued, and disempowered from bringing their best efforts to work? That’s the compelling insight my guest Priya Nalkur shares in this episode of my … Click to continue reading
As much as we might wish otherwise, the fact is encountering setbacks and challenges have become a regular part of our leadership journey in today’s uncertain and increasingly complex business environment. It’s why the most successful leaders today are not those who try to avoid adversity, but those who’ve helped … Click to continue reading
When I’m asked to speak about the role of emotional intelligence in leadership, the focus is naturally on the impact it has on workplace outcomes. However, the truth is applying emotional intelligence creates ripples that extend far beyond our work as it positively impacts not only the way we lead, … Click to continue reading
When it comes to understanding how to drive employee motivation, the focus tends to be on initiatives that fall into one of three buckets: compensation, achievement, or recognition. But it’s important to understand that there’s a more fundamental need that needs to be addressed if we are to drive peak … Click to continue reading
There’s a prevailing belief shared by many leaders that if you declare your intention to create an “inclusive workplace” by building diverse teams, employees will automatically feel a sense of belonging at work, and with it, bring their best efforts to drive organizational success. However, as Dr. Beth Kaplan points … Click to continue reading