How to Encourage Employee Accountability “Companies have been struggling to define and improve accountability processes —from annual performance appraisals to routine check-ins with the boss — for decades, and most employees still dread the conversations.” (Carucci, 2020) For many companies, accountability has long been a challenging issue. Traditional methods, such Read more…
Aim to Become Increasingly Aware of Your Emotions to Be a Great Leader Being aware as a leader means understanding not just your own thoughts and feelings, but also being in tune with the emotions and reactions of your team. This kind of awareness is a crucial aspect of emotional Read more…
Ripple Quote “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” – Aristotle In leadership, repetition is the foundation of consistency and growth. As Aristotle’s famous quote reminds us, excellence is not an isolated act but a habit built over time. This is especially Read more…
How Do You Make the Yearly Performance Review Process Easier? When conducting performance reviews, it can be challenging to accurately recall behaviours or events that occurred long ago. This can lead to reviews that provide a limited or skewed view of an employee’s overall performance. A better approach is to Read more…
Building and Establishing Trust Within a Team Trust is one of the cornerstones of any high-functioning team, and it often starts with leadership. A key way for leaders to establish and build trust within their team is to follow through on their commitments. Consistency between what a leader says and Read more…
Key Components of a High-Performing Team Building a high-performing team is about more than just assembling talented individuals—it’s about creating an environment where collaboration, trust, and accountability thrive. It is essential for leaders to focus on the positive elements that drive team success. One of the foundational components is trust. Read more…
What Makes a Team Function Well Together? A team that functions well together shares a few key elements that drive their success. When team members trust one another, they feel safe sharing ideas, voicing concerns, and offering feedback. This creates an environment where open communication thrives, allowing problems to be Read more…
The Role of Performance Review Delivery Methods in Optimising Employee Motivation A recent survey by McKinsey & Company revealed that the way performance feedback is delivered plays a crucial role in motivating employees. The study indicated that skilled managers who are deeply involved in setting performance goals are more effective Read more…
Enhancing Organisational Culture to Foster Lasting Success An organisation’s culture shapes how its people behave, interact, and align with the company’s goals. While strategy and purpose are crucial to guiding a business’s direction, they can be less effective without a strong cultural foundation. A company’s culture is not just about Read more…
Building Trust in High-Performing Teams Trust is the cornerstone of high-performing teams. When trust is deeply embedded within a team, it leads to greater engagement, creativity, and productivity among team members. Conversely, the absence of trust can result in increased stress, burnout, and turnover. For leaders, fostering trust within teams Read more…