In this podcast episode, we focus on how leaders can handle hard conversations with employees well. Managing your reactions is a function of your emotional intelligence where all leaders have the opportunity to grow.
Leaders can effectively manage teams during times of strife through self-awareness. Establishing team values will give you a playbook for mitigating conflict and miscommunication.
As leaders, we all have seasons that we’re leading with a limp—when we have suffered a leadership injury, such as a betrayal or a loss of confidence in our team. In this episode, we discuss how you can lead effectively during these times by being more self-aware. Doing so will help you reinforce team values and give your employees a platform for growth.
If we want people to love their work, we’re going to have to love the people. Love in the workplace is a deep appreciation, respect, and dignity for another. Start today by extending sincere empathy and offering recognition and appreciation for their contributions. If you take care of your people, they will take care of your clients and your business.
Why do your best employees keep leaving? Leaders, avoid high turnover by communicating appreciation, getting to know your team members, and fostering a sense of belonging within your organization.
Leaders who want to address the top desires of their team and prevent high turnover must first ensure that employee needs are being met. In this episode, I talk through ways leaders can meet employee needs and wants in order to grow a highly engaged organization.
Are you a safe leader—meaning, can your team trust you not to respond in an exaggerated way when under stress? Or does your team walk on eggshells, fearing volatility or withdrawal? If so, you’re setting a culture that tells your team they aren’t safe with you when times are tough.
Stress and anxiety in the workplace often occur when leaders are volatile, unsupportive, or demeaning. Learn how you can develop a team of happy employees by facilitating open communication and employee engagement.
A company culture in which your team feels protected, valued, and appreciated is paramount to every other desire your employees have. Listen to our latest podcast episode on developing a safe company culture.
Leaders, learn how to balance workplace stress and demands while fueling creativity, innovation, and progress. In this podcast episode, let’s talk about how you can find proactive solutions during times of stress by taking a pause and practicing intentional mindfulness.