How Learning Organizations Leverage Adaptive Planning
The most successful organizations today aren’t the ones with the most detailed plans; they’re the ones with the capacity to adapt, innovate, and learn continuously. This adaptability isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a core survival skill rooted in the principles of learning organizations and driven by adaptive planning. Imagine navigating a ship in stormy seas with […]
Embracing Adversity: The Deeper Meaning Behind “What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger”
“What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger” has become a popular adage, often cited in times of adversity. But what does it truly mean? This saying emphasizes the transformative power of overcoming challenges and finding meaning in life’s struggles. Understanding this concept can empower us to navigate life’s inevitable difficulties with resilience and purpose. Understanding […]
Experiential Learning: A Pathway to Success, Improvement, and Inclusion & Diversity
Experiential learning, a hands-on approach to learning, is gaining recognition for its effectiveness, particularly when considering adult education and professional development. By incorporating experience it ensures active participation, context, and encourages reflection – the essential components of the adult learning cycle. In this article we’ll explore how experiential learning works, why it’s pivotal, how it […]
The Team Charter: A Blueprint for High Performing Teams
Give a good idea to a mediocre team, and they’ll find a way to screw it up. Give a mediocre idea to a good team, and they’ll find a way to make it better. The goal needs to be to get the team right, get them moving in the right direction, and get them to […]
No great story ever started with, “We were having a virtual meeting and then…”
Remote and hybrid work models are the new normal. This shift in how we work presents both opportunities and challenges. Two challenges the new normal presents are team cohesion and camaraderie. This is where corporate gatherings come into play, acting as crucial conduits to ensure that teams remain strong, engaged, and unified. Here’s how: Human […]
Leadership Development: An Investment, Not an Expense
In today’s competitive business landscape, organizations are recognizing the vital role that effective leadership plays in their success. However, some may view leadership development as a mere expense, failing to recognize its true value as an investment. In this blog post, we will explore the reasons why leadership development should be considered an investment and […]
Stay Curious, Keep Asking Questions
If you’re a parent, teacher, caregiver, or someone that spends any amount of time with children then you know kids ask a lot of questions. Some studies suggest that kids can ask an average of 200-300 questions a day. That’s a lot. This begs another question: How did parents answer those questions before the golden age […]
Box Scheduling – How to Use It for Effective Time Management
Managing stress and time in the workplace is crucial for maintaining productivity and well-being. As leaders and managers, it’s our responsibility to ensure that our teams are not overwhelmed by unrealistic expectations and workloads. The Great Resignation has highlighted the importance of sustainable workloads, with McKinsey reporting that unsustainable workloads are a top driver of […]
How Walking My Dog Taught Me the Value of Reflection
A few years ago I began a new role within my company, which I knew was going to demand 50-60 hours of work per week. On top of that, I had committed to being more present within my family. All of this, combined with a need to maintain all domains of fitness, led me to […]
3 Ways to Build Resilience
“A good half of the art of living is resilience.” – Alain de Botton The human spirit is incredible. Our will to persevere through adversity and seek fulfillment is inspiring. Personal resilience is more than strength, it’s the determination to recover from hardship and seek personal growth through learning. Our capacity to be […]