Disappointment and Upset
We all face disappointment and upset in our work and personal lives. Things often do not turn out as we hope. I was recently engaged in a coaching conversation with a manager and we engaged in a very...
View ArticleHow Workplace Respect is Changing
Disrespectful behaviour has negative effects in the workplace. This is demonstrated in research as well as explained in the stories we hear from our company’s long history of having dealt with this...
View ArticleDealing with Disrespect
I’m a proud Hockey Mom. I love the game of hockey and more importantly watching our son and his friends play it. I was hoping to share with you leadership lessons I learned from building backyard...
View ArticleWhy Expectations Can Be Dangerous
I saw false smiles, meaningless chatter, and bustling around doing … mostly just being busy. I felt a weird chill in the air and sensed that everyone felt it. I sensed it had become a normal part of...
View ArticleDifficult Conversations or Courageous Conversations?
Difficult conversations are a hot topic and many employers are seeking our help in this area. It seems evident that few people look forward to these kinds of conversations and in fact many will avoid,...
View ArticleWhat Gord Downie Can Teach Us All About Leadership
Our leadership journey presents us with many opportunities for self reflection. The last few weeks have presented me with many moments, and the passing of Canadian rock icon, Gordon Downie (The...
View ArticleDisrespectful Behaviour
You can’t watch the news recently without seeing stories of high profile individuals (celebrities, politicians and yes even corporate executives) being fired or stepping down from their jobs due to...
View ArticleAbout the Starbucks Incident
Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson was tested this week after only being at the helm of this multibillion dollar corporation for the past year. Has he handled the incident demonstrating the true qualities of...
View ArticleBullying in the Workplace
Bullying behaviours are likely something you’ve seen or experienced since grade school; maybe you participated in bullying or have been a victim yourself. Many of us recognize a bully and bullying...
View ArticleCOVID-19 Crisis Communications
These are stressful times. COVID-19 has affected every single one of us, and business operations across the globe have been impacted in unprecedented ways. The state of the world is constantly...
View ArticleHow to Overcome Work From Home Challenges
For some companies, the shift to remote teams is drastic and with that, comes a set of challenges and opportunities for leaders to contend with when leading remote teams. The remote workplace has been...
View ArticleFalling into the Emotional Chasm
It is hard to be an effective leader when we have fallen into a chasm and the walls are closing in on us. This might be how some leaders are feeling during these uncertain pandemic times. We all fall...
View ArticleCOVID and Employee Mental Health
Uncertainly about the future and the changing rules surrounding the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic is a breeding ground for anxiety and stress.... The post COVID and Employee Mental Health appeared first on...
View ArticleNo Workplace is Exempt from Bullying and Harassment
If you feel you are working in a toxic workplace and are faced with bullying or harassing behaviours, here’s what you can do.... The post No Workplace is Exempt from Bullying and Harassment appeared...
View ArticleExploring Hybrid Workspace: Helping Your Team Succeed
Hybrid teams are here. To respond, leaders must continue to focus on the development of their teams to support their workforce into the next year. ... The post Exploring Hybrid Workspace: Helping Your...
View ArticleTips to Cut Pre-Vacation Stress at Work
As we gear up for the holiday season and gear down our work year, how is your stress level? One of the great ironies about vacation is that, while it’s a great way to recharge and reset our mental...
View ArticleAre we all feeling a little pi$$y?
How to work through situations in our workplace when we're all feeling a little bit "pissy."... The post Are we all feeling a little pi$$y? appeared first on Creating People Power.
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