Posts by Vas Nair
The Basics Of Onboarding Your New Team Member
Now that the newest addition to your team has signed up….what’s next? Have you considered the first few steps you’ll take to help them be part of your team? The initial months (and sometimes even weeks) will set the tone for whether your new hire will love it or head for the hills! Let’s assume…
Read MoreIf You’re NOT Dealing With Conflict…Make It A Priority!
We’ve all encountered situations that have some element of conflict. Maybe it was due to differences of opinions or a lack of communication resulting in poor decision making. Conflict can also bring with it tension and emotional reactions such as anger, frustration, fear, or anxiety. None of this speaks to a productive and engaging workplace!…
Read MoreNurturing A Culture Of Trust
Anytime I read something about building trust or creating a culture of trust…I think, Why Does This Seem So Difficult? Have We Forgotten How Important Trust Is? The answers to these questions are not as important as reminding oneself to continuously take a temperature check. I’m talking about ‘HOW’ we work together and ‘WHY’ we…
Read MoreSetting Goals And Creating A Sense Of Purpose
We all know how important it is to navigate our career – and at certain junctures – it’s SUPER important to review the road travelled, where you’re headed and how you feel about where you are. Whether you’re early in your career journey or very well established, check-ins are a MUST. This can include discussions…
Read MoreResilience And Evolving With It
No different from the challenges in our personal lives, setbacks and difficult scenarios at work can sometimes feel like a kick in the teeth! We all have stories and stressors that range in intensity – for instance, missing out on that job, conflict with a colleague, disappointing feedback from the boss, losing a client, mistakes…
Read MoreLeading Others In A Hybrid World Of Work
We’ve all had to adjust to a different way of working, which includes managing business priorities and interacting with others. It goes without saying that leaders need to be MORE connected with their employees today than ever before, especially given the need for flexible work practices. What’s a HYBRID work model and how does it…
Read MoreGiving Feedback
“We all need people who will give us feedback. That’s how we improve” Bill Gates. Giving feedback can come in two forms – positive feedback or feedback for improvement. Positive feedback is easy to give and receive, as it involves ‘good’ or ‘happy’ scenarios. Feedback for improvement on the other hand can sometimes be seen…
Read MoreYour Personal Roadmap For Dealing With Change
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” Nelson Mandela Change, as we’ve heard many times…is the only constant! Be it a professional or personal topic, the change process can be disruptive. But it can often present opportunities. So, the glass is half full NOT half empty! In many…
Read MoreThe Power Of Empathy And Workplace Conversations
So why is empathy so important in the workplace? You might think this is a naïve question and be surprised how many people just don’t understand empathy and how powerful it can be in a relationship. Empathy doesn’t happen naturally for everyone. It is a conscious choice. The most common way to describe empathy is…
Read MoreCollaboration And Creating A Healthy Work ‘Space’
Challenges at work are a given! They can range from managing complicated projects and unrealistic customer demands to dis-engaged team members and unmet goals. Although no two workplaces are the same, they can share common themes around disruptions, both within and outside the teams. Staying ahead of these disruptions requires several ‘must haves’ in a…
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