Don’t you love those values listed on huge eagle pictures on the company wall, like integrity, and no one lives and breathes them? They are just eagle pictures. Do values matter? I think you know what I am going to say here…. Organisational values are essential because they are the foundation for shaping the culture, […]
We are often asked at LeadershipHQ about the key rules of leadership. We love to teach and coach the keys to leadership so our leaders can be truly great in no time! The hidden rules of leadership often go beyond what is typically taught in textbooks or formal training. They encompass the unspoken, nuanced aspects […]
During COVID, I posted about my love/hate relationship with Human Resources. I love the HR space but dislike how HR leaders and professionals are perceived. Early in my HR career, I felt like I was seen as the police of an organisation, which we are not! I felt COVID changed our brand; we are now […]
Have you ever had to deal with a backstabber? A white-anter? A gossiper? We all have, haven’t we? Dealing with an office backstabber can be challenging, but approaching the situation with poise and strategy (with kindness and courage) can help you navigate it effectively. Here are some artful ways to handle an office backstabber…: 1. […]
Recently, I posted a poll about why we still have ineffective leaders. Ego? Lack of development? Promoting the wrong people? Yep, it’s the wrong people who are driving this ineffectiveness. Promoting the wrong people into leadership roles often stems from a few common factors: Performance vs. Leadership Skills: Organisations frequently promote high performers based on […]
Have you ever had a LIFEQUAKE? In his book Life Is in the Transitions, Bruce Feiler coined the term” lifequake” to describe a major life event that causes significant upheaval and Change. These events can be planned or unplanned, positive or negative, often leading to a transition period during which individuals must recalibrate their lives. In […]
For the past 4 years, we have been researching how leadership has evolved and what a great leader in the 21st looks like. Their style? Which one is yours? The 21st century has seen a significant evolution in leadership styles, driven by rapid technological advancements, changing workforce demographics, and a greater emphasis on diversity, inclusion, […]
Leadership is guiding, inspiring, and influencing others toward a common goal. It’s not just about holding a position of authority but about taking initiative, making decisions, and setting an example for others. We believe it is a mindset and attitude! Leadership is an attitude because it reflects a mindset of responsibility, service, and commitment. It’s […]
Adam Grant, a well-known organizational psychologist and author, discussed the “highest paid person’s opinion” (HiPPO) in organisational decision-making. The term HiPPO refers to a situation where the opinion of the most senior or highest-paid person in the room carries the most weight, regardless of whether it is the most informed or well-supported viewpoint. Grant has […]
If I had a time machine, I would advise my younger self. One piece would be to believe in myself more and value myself—self-worth is everything, and I am an asset. The other piece would be to learn leadership now—it would make the most significant difference in your life. Learning leadership skills can significantly impact […]
