Breaking Down Silos: The Power of Connections, Friendships, and Asking for Help
Monday, 30 September 2024
How can I get my team to collaborate more? Probably the most common goals I hear from Leaders I work with, many of you reading this email. In workplaces of today, success often hinges on collaboration and communication; the need to break down silos and build authentic networks has never been more critical. Simon Sinek,
- Published in Strength Partners, Team work, The Strengths Partners
Blind Spots and Hot Spots: Navigating Unseen Risks and Opportunities in Teams
Monday, 23 September 2024
Walking the dog around where I live, I’m constantly reminded of life’s unpredictability. You never know when something might dart out of the bushes—whether it’s a wallaby, a rabbit, or even a snake slithering across the path! These moments make me think of blind spots and hot spots, not just on a walking trail, but
- Published in Strength Partners, Team work, The Strengths Partners
Navigating Feedback When You Are Told You Shine “Too Much”
Thursday, 20 June 2024
Receiving feedback from your boss that you’re “too much” or need to “tone it down” can be challenging, especially when you’re passionate about your work. However, this feedback doesn’t mean your strengths are liabilities. Instead, it’s an opportunity to harness your abilities more effectively and ensure they align with your professional environment. Here’s how to
- Published in Strength Partners, The Strengths Partners
Navigating Feedback That Suggests You’re ‘TOO Much’
Tuesday, 18 June 2024
‘You shine TOO much’ ‘You’re TOO quiet’ ‘You’re TOO loud’ All statements I have heard recently from coachee’s and I have even heard myself (the too loud one, or too fast, too assertive). When I hear this, I am often drawn back to a talk I listened to between Marcus Buckingham and Adam Grant at
- Published in Strength Partners, The Strengths Partners