The Blog
A collection of ideas and resources.
Boosting employee ownership
It’s not just about having space to make mistakes - it’s having space to correct those mistakes.
Share the stories
One of the biggest drivers of performance and engagement is the ability to know and see the impact of our efforts.
A lesson from Grandma
My grandma was a powerful force, and she focused her energy on what she could control—on what was possible.
A short video series: using neuroscience to drive performance & engagement
Your team can only access their brightest ideas and deliver their best work when operating in a healthy climate.
Am I valued here? (S in SCARF model)
In this third video in the series, I explore the importance of status: the first component of the SCARF model.
The human brain at work
I believe the most important job of a leader is creating a healthy work environment that brings out the best in your team.
Connection over perfection
What if, instead of ensuring we look good and feel valued, we focused on making others look good and feel valued?
The power of a circle
In a difficult situation or relationship, draw a circle around yourself and work on everything inside that circle.
Using the 5 languages of appreciation
Our ability to effectively communicate and truly connect with colleagues improves when considering their preferred style, not just our own.
How to solicit actionable feedback
If you want others to give you honest, actionable insights, then you need to change the way you ask for it.
What gets recognized gets repeated
Giving meaningful positive feedback boosts employee engagement and performance.
Better group brainstorming
Here are a few small tweaks you can make to your group brainstorming process that will get you better results and ensure everyone is engaged.