Have you ever received feedback that felt more like a personal attack than helpful guidance? Or maybe you struggled with giving feedback because you feared hurting someone's feelings? Let's be honest: both giving and receiving feedback can be awkward. Effective feedback is a superpower for any leader. Done well, it [...]
Generative conflict represents a paradigm shift in how we view conflict. Traditionally seen as negative, this approach sees conflict within a group as a catalyst for growth and innovation. By embracing challenging and uncomfortable moments through generative conflict, teams and groups unlock more possibilities for creative problem-solving and collaboration. [...]
Experiencing disrespectful behavior in the workplace can significantly impact an individual’s mental and emotional well-being. This is a common issue that many employees face, and it can lead to a decrease in job satisfaction and productivity. The feeling of being undervalued or disrespected by colleagues or superiors not only dampens [...]
The past two years have been the most turbulent for organizations and humanity in general. We have faced racial violence, environmental disasters, political upheavals, domestic violence cases, sexual violence, and the COVID-19 pandemic in succession. The result has been skyrocketing levels of depression and anxiety. Given that organizations cannot [...]
Every modern organization has needed to adjust its ways of doing things over time. These adjustments occur for various reasons. Sometimes, it's because customers demand different products or existing products become obsolete. Organizations might also restructure their management, formulate new workplace policies, or reshuffle employees to different departments or [...]
One of the most essential keys to successful leadership is excellent communication. If you're in a leadership position, you need the ability to communicate with individuals one-on-one, as well as to be able to share information with diverse groups of people that may be in either small or large [...]
Change is a constant factor in the universe, both in large and small doses. In a broader sense, humanity and civilization change to adapt to different elements, such as the environment, political upheaval, or large-scale conflicts. Even human consciousness can change—the way we think today is far different than the [...]
One of the first things that managers tell you at your first job is, “The customer is always right.” This is cold comfort when customers are directing their inappropriate emotional responses at you, though. The more practical piece of wisdom that you get from your coworkers early on is, [...]
One of the most important characteristics of good leaders is the ability to communicate effectively. When you’re in a leadership role, you continually interact with people at many different levels. You need to be able to think clearly, listen to what’s being shared by others, and express information and [...]
Transparent communication is key in many situations throughout life, including workplace conflicts. The ability to be honest yet tactful is something professional mediators often tout since it helps team members address the real problem(s) and move forward in a healthy way. Learn more about the connection between conflict resolution [...]
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