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The Secrets to Building Resilience in the Workplace
Team BuildingResilience (noun): /rəˈzilyəns/ The capacity to quickly recover from difficulties; toughness. (Oxford Languages) In psychology, resilience refers to our ability to cope with mentally or emotionally challenging situations and swiftly return to our pre-crisis mental equilibrium. Resiliency is an acquired skill – it’s not something anyone is born with. I would even argue that those […]
3 Reasons a Steward Mentality is the Secret to Leadership Development
Employee EngagementA few weeks ago, I was enjoying a weekend sail on Lake Michigan. Waves of about seven feet tall crashed against the boat while the winds blew furiously and pulled us around. I enjoy these rare conditions. While treacherous, I’m an experienced sailing instructor and licensed Coast Guard Captain who loves a fresh challenge. My […]
Why Respect in the Workplace is the Secret to Positive Conflict
Team BuildingRespect: Everyone demands it but only the smartest leaders do what it takes to earn it. Respect in the workplace starts at the top. If leadership doesn’t foster a culture of respect and dignity, why should team members feel compelled to reciprocate? If you’re suffering from a complacent team and shriveling productivity, maybe it’s time […]
Don’t Let Fear Sabotage Your Team – Learn to Manage It and Adapt
Employee Engagement, Team BuildingFear is everywhere. In many ways, we wouldn’t survive without a healthy dose of fear. Fear prevents us from walking into traffic or balancing on the edge of a cliff. Originating in the amygdala, fear is a fundamental component of shrewd decision making. But like any emotion, the key is balance and management. If we […]
9 Essentials of Steward Leadership Development for Engaged Teams
Employee Engagement, Team BuildingToday, the term “steward” refers to someone called to look after the passengers aboard a ship – a caretaker. I’ve found that steward leadership results in engaged teams who are invested in the organization’s mission, vision, and values. Unfortunately, this is a challenging concept to grasp. Leaders tend to assume a controlling role over their […]
7 Strategies for Overcoming Fear in the Workplace
Team BuildingWhat is fear? What am I afraid of? Most people have no trouble naming their obvious fears like public speaking, spiders, or standing too close to the edge of tall buildings. But what about all the fears we don’t notice? Those are the fears that wreak havoc across our lives. Fear of success, failure, commitment, […]