Posts by Vas Nair
How Leaders Are Using AI In The Workplace
In our rapidly evolving business landscape, leaders are increasingly turning to AI to embrace innovation, increase efficiency, and drive success. Let’s talk about how forward-thinking leaders are using AI in the workplace, with an emphasis on integrating AI into human teams, rather than replacing them. Leaders can leverage the power of new tools to strengthen…
Read MoreThe Benefits Of Embracing A Tough Assignment
We sometimes shy away from a tough job or task because we fear the unknown, don’t want to fail, doubt our capabilities, or look for other excuses not to sign up. There might be a conflict within you – should I or shouldn’t I do this? If you’re serious about your career advancement, there’s a…
Read MoreMental Health Doesn’t Have To Be A Lonely Struggle
After a few years of silence, I heard from a business acquaintance, who I had worked with on several overseas assignments. It was wonderful to catch up and eventually hear about why she went quiet. It wasn’t a case of not wanting to stay in touch. She had something important going on with a team…
Read MoreEmbrace A Learning Culture
To remain relevant, agile and on top of your game requires continuous learning. This applies to individuals, as well as teams and organizations. It has become critical today to create an effective learning culture, regardless of the size of your team. Why? Simply because our world (both personal and professional) is challenged and interrupted by…
Read MoreProblem Solving Takes More Than Guesswork
‘Engage the right people to help you solve a problem’. It’s not rocket science, however, it’s alarming to see how unprepared people are when they set out to solve an issue. This may be due to not knowing where to start; the conflict or problem has grown to be a bigger one; or a busy…
Read MoreGuiding Your Team Through Shifting Sands
Remember that frustrated feeling that overcomes you when your boss tries to explain why organizational changes are coming (including budget cuts)? So now you’re left wondering how to tell your team members that their priorities and workload have shifted and there’s more juggling ahead. For many leaders, this is a reality that plays out very…
Read MoreYou Don’t Always Have The Answers
Hey, it could be your first job, trekking along a different career path, or even a promotion. These can be exciting opportunities, which can also be unsettling. Regardless of your time at a company, taking on a new role will present uncertainties – which can range from a new team (or new Boss!), relocating to…
Read MoreTips To Design A Strong Mentoring Partnership
I’ve had a mentor for most of my career, explains Lin, an architect in a mid-sized firm in downtown Chicago. When I first entered the workforce, I found it super challenging to find a job that I could get my teeth into. After years of doing it on my own, and 2 unsuccessful career choices,…
Read MoreGet Networking!
Intellectually, I think we all know the tremendous benefits of networking. However, many people also shy away, and don’t fully take advantage of it. There are a variety of reasons for it – ‘I don’t have the time.’; ‘I won’t know anyone there.’; ‘I feel uneasy in a crowd.’; ‘I won’t know what to say’.…
Read MoreLEADERSHIP MYTHS Part 2: Turning them into learning opportunities
Leaders, like the rest of their employee population, have preferred styles when it comes to communicating, building relationships, how they work to achieve their goals, and resolving conflict. As they expand their skills and knowledge, they will lean into what’s worked well for them in the past. In this second part, I want to continue…
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