S.P.A.C.E. to Lead
Contributed by Carrie Lamb In Canada, we just recognized Orange Shirt Day and Truth and Reconciliation Day (TRC Day) on September 30th. And while many understand the importance of this day, for others, it is another long weekend. It is critical that not only on that day, but every day,
Recently, I had the privilege of working with a client and taking almost 600 employees through a workshop utilizing the Strengths Deployment Inventory (SDI). The SDI is a great tool for exploring our communications styles, how we communicate when things are going well, when there is conflict, and the strengths
Cultural Intelligence
In today’s increasingly globalized and diverse business landscape, leaders face the challenge of managing teams with varied cultural backgrounds and navigating complex interpersonal dynamics. To thrive in this environment, leaders must cultivate two critical competencies: Cultural Intelligence (CQ) and Mindfulness. These qualities not only enhance a leader’s effectiveness
AI
Navigating the AI Revolution Contributed by Jamie Billingham What Every Leader Needs to Know, Learn, and Do Generative AI is transforming industries and rapidly changing how we work. As a leader, you need to: * Know: AI brings new business opportunities, but ethical use, data privacy, and human-AI collaboration are
BEHAVIOURshift
In today’s fast-paced work environments, certain behaviours can quietly erode the foundations of organizational culture. When left unmanaged, these behaviours don’t just persist—they proliferate, leading to a toxic cycle that harms both individuals and the organization. Understanding these behaviours and their impact is crucial to breaking
S.P.A.C.E. to Lead
I was recently working with a client who is moving into an exciting new role. It has been such a pleasure to see the journey she has been on, and also a great time for reflection. As we transition from one thing to another: * What patterns (of thought, behaviour, etc.
Leadership Buzz
As we were thinking about the “Space to Lead” Challenge, we realized that folks might need to come up with some strategies to manage their day, freeing up some space. These tips from https://www.linkedin.com/in/christianpoensgen/ are sure to help! https://www.linkedin.com/posts/christianpoensgen_boost-
Coaching as Leaders
Coaching Skills and Difficult Conversations A coach-approach to leadership involves guiding, supporting, and encouraging employees to develop their skills, solve problems, and achieve their goals. Key coaching skills include active listening, asking powerful questions, providing constructive feedback, and fostering a growth mindset. When leaders adopt these skills, they create
Methods & Models
Contributed by Helen Zink While one-on-one coaching can be effective when working with individual staff, the issues that emerge at a team level often require a different approach. The critical role leaders play in organisational culture cannot be underplayed. In an extensive study by Gallup (Clifton & Harter,
BEHAVIOURshift
Contributed by Cindy Benning In my last Behaviour Shift column, I discussed the implications of toxic team behaviours in organizations, hopefully giving you a reason to work on “shifting” your team behaviours. Now, let me ask you: Do you really understand what a toxic culture looks like? Do you know
S.P.A.C.E. to Lead
Are you ready to transform your leadership practice? Introducing the “Space to Lead Challenge”—a unique opportunity for leaders to elevate their effectiveness through the power of reflection. In our Spring Issue, we introduced the new column Space to Lead, and talked about the importance of leaders creating time for
Cultural Intelligence
Upon joining a previous organization, I had the opportunity to sit down with the CEO. The purpose of the meeting was for me to gain insight into their background, vision for the company, and to address any questions I had. It was a typical meeting between a CEO and a