Leading Teams
Across organizations of any size, there’s a growing focus on developing leadership fundamentals. Nothing complicated, just the importance of key priorities. Here are some examples of areas you can focus on, as well as some questions you can ask yourself. 1. Adaptability and change management.How well do you adapt to unexpected situations? How do you…
Reflecting on recent workshops for mid-level managers has been eye-opening. As we wrapped up our fifth session on enhancing workplace collaboration – a crucial skill in today’s fast-paced environments – the conversations revealed profound insights into their daily struggles and aspirations. One sentiment echoed loudly among them: a pervasive feeling of overwhelm while leading their…
We don’t need HR. Truth: You won’t know you need HR until you need HR! One common example is when a manager tackles a poor performance issue without HR advice. Miscommunication and poor planning can result in an unfavorable outcome such as a harassment complaint, or worse, a lawsuit. HR is all about paperwork. Truth:…
If you are new to your leadership development process, or just committed to your growth – keep reading. Let’s go over some common mistakes leaders are making and how you can correct them. All you need is awareness, listening, and a bit of awareness and the willingness to try out a new approach. If any…
It’s easy to feel defensive or disregard something you don’t want to hear. You’re only human after all. On many occasions, I’ve taken feedback for improvement as a criticism; and yes it feels personal! However, playing back the conversation with a clearer mind has always resulted in learning something new or extremely valuable about who…
Did you know that many organizations are unprepared for leadership transitions? This can spell disaster for business operations, employee engagement, and productivity. I’m Vas, co-founder of the Giraffe app and former Fortune 500 CHRO with 25+ years of experience. Having established several global succession planning programs, here’s my perspective on this critical topic. Succession planning…
The ability to guide and motivate your team during times of uncertainty or crisis is an invaluable skill as a leader. Being agile is incredibly important. You’ll be faced with a wide range of tasks including planning strategically, putting out fires, maintaining healthy communication within your team and being available to coach them. Let’s get…
Understanding what people look for in a leader can be helpful on the journey of continuous improvement, and creating stronger teams. Let’s dive into some important qualities of great leaders. Here at Giraffe, our mission is to help ensure that leaders are well-equipped and prepared. Click here to learn how the Giraffe app can help…
A recent study by Visier found that younger workers no longer seek management roles. Companies across industries are struggling to fill management roles, and it’s causing concern. Today we dive into the findings of this study and discuss what it means for modern workplaces. According to the study, the reasons for this shift include “expectations…
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…