In many companies, HR is still viewed as a support rather than as real strategic partner when it comes to the success of the organization. Because HR is not a direct revenue generator for companies, leaders from other aspects of the business often struggle to grasp its importance or view it through the strategic lens. … Read more
This statistic may surprise you – only about 8 to 9% of people who make a New Year’s #resolution actually follow through. You, like so many, use the new year for a fresh start. You pause to consider what you want to accomplish in the year ahead. How can you improve your odds of success? … Read more
I want you to think of a person with Authentic Influence. Who comes to mind? Why? It probably has a lot to do with their character. My mantra for influence: Influence is more about how you live than what you do. Becoming influential is more about how you show up, engage and interact with people … Read more
Imagine being in a forest of redwood trees, among a canopy of branches and leaves that can extend as high as a 35-story building (nearly 400 feet tall). Yet while the roots of a vast redwood tree are only 10 – 13 feet deep, they extend outward up to 100 feet, intertwining with the roots … Read more
Since the pandemic, HR’s chair at the table is being pushed back, as many of those issues aren’t as pressing as they were before. Now, commanding leaders’ attention are the continued supply chain shortages, inflation, and day-to-day operational issues that arise. Perceptions of HR’s effectiveness in dealing with the pandemic did improve in the HR … Read more
“This is a new role for me.” “I don’t have as much experience in this area of the company as the leaders I’m working with in this HR leadership role.” “I’m nervous about the meeting. What if I don’t know the answers to all their questions?” “My role is shifting from an HR generalist to … Read more
While I don’t care for reptiles, chameleons are beautiful and interesting ones. They can change their skin color for regulating body temperature or protection. They also possess a long, projectile tongue used to catch their prey. Can you think of someone who reminds you of a chameleon? They change opinions with the wind (based on … Read more
“This is a relationship culture, but it’s hard to break in.” “As a Talent Development professional, people in other parts of the business don’t really think of me as a partner. Our relationships are merely transactional.” “If you don’t have the title, influence is hard to come by in this environment.” These are some of … Read more
Even in the best of times a leader’s job is challenging. But of course this isn’t the best of times. We’re continually forced to adapt and change faster than we’ve ever had to before. Work-from-home or return-to-office? Hybrid or not? How we manage all of this will impact our ability to retain and attract top … Read more
How good are you at influence? Did you know that you don’t have to have a million followers on Instagram to have influence? In today’s hyper-connected world, we tend to think of influence in terms of these very visible, persuasive, and popular personas. But having influence with those around us is usually much more important … Read more
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