Posts de Sharon Taylor
The Manager’s Dilemma: Leading Through Large-Scale Change
What was the last significant transformation effort that your organization implemented? How did the process go for you and your colleagues? If your experience is similar to that of the majority of companies, it may not have been as successful as hoped. It’s estimated that between 60% and 70% of large-scale change efforts fail. While there…
Lire la suiteThe Manager’s Dilemma: Preventing Burnout in High Demand Roles
53% of managers report feeling burned out at work. Between executing strategic directives and overseeing day-to-day operations, it’s no surprise that many supervisors feel like they’re constantly playing catch-up. In fact, the average people leader now has 51% more responsibilities than they can effectively handle. Unfortunately, the impact of prolonged work-related pressure often extends beyond…
Lire la suiteThe Manager’s Dilemma: Overcoming Corporate Complexity
For new managers, stepping into a leadership role is both exciting and challenging. As they embrace their growing responsibilities, they often bring novel ideas and expectations about what they can accomplish and the positive difference they can make. They also may find that initiating significant change can feel like navigating a web of bureaucracy. As…
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One of the most fascinating aspects of working with people—whether in coaching, leadership or team development—is that no two experiences are ever the same. Why is that? I suspect some of these distinctions lie in how humans prefer to engage with the world. At least 85% of the population thinks differently from each other, according…
Lire la suiteHR’s Role in Addressing Workplace Toxicity
A healthy culture is essential to boost job satisfaction, productivity and overall well-being. It influences vital outcomes, including retention rates and revenue. In fact, organizations with robust climates have up to 72% higher employee engagement than companies without, and those engagement rates contribute to greater profitability. In a positive work environment, staff feel valued, supported…
Lire la suiteLetting Go to Level Up: How to Engage Your Team with Autonomy
Giving employees the freedom to make decisions, take ownership of their work and control how their tasks are completed is a powerful way to boost productivity and engagement. Numerous studies have shown that when managers support autonomy, staff perform better, enjoy higher psychological well-being and feel more motivated. Despite the positive outcomes, I find that…
Lire la suiteWhy Failure Could Be Your New Favorite Team Building Activity
From a young age, many of us were taught to see mistakes as setbacks, and into adulthood, this belief – whether conscious or subconscious – often still holds true. What if we changed the narrative and viewed failure as a steppingstone to success? In the world of professional development, missteps can be one of the…
Lire la suiteNo News Is Not Necessarily Good News: Addressing Work Culture Feedback
As a former communications professional, I’m quite familiar with the phrase, “No news is good news.” The idiom is attributed to King James I, who reportedly said, “No news is better than evil news.” However, I’m not sure that either sentiment is true when it comes to company culture. Silence is not always a sign…
Lire la suiteMaximizing L&D Efficiency with AI and Data Analytics
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics is revolutionary in its potential implications for Learning & Development (L&D). As organizations aim to remain competitive, the demand for innovative training solutions is on the rise. AI and analytics offer L&D professionals the ability to reimagine operations, streamline processes and create more impactful learning programs. …
Lire la suiteWhy Leadership & Management Training Are Top Priorities in 2025
If it’s been some time since your organization has refreshed its leadership and management training programs, I encourage you to start this year. Even if your business has never deployed formalized development initiatives, 2025 can be an opportunity for you to change the trajectory of your company. Headlines continue to swirl around the impact of…
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