Open Culture
Even a Taste of Ownership Motivates Employees
How about employees all the way down the line and through the corporation? How do we align them to the goals and strategies of the enterprise? Obviously for the appropriate individuals, a bonus program aligned…
Bias Decisions: How Are They Affecting Your Workplace?
Whether or not you are aware of it, unconscious bias is a part of the way you think. No matter how ‘fair’ you believe you are, you harbour preferences or make judgments regarding a person’s…
7 Cultural Myths That Can Destroy Your Moral Compass
New entrepreneurs tend to focus only on getting the product right, and assume that the right culture and ethics will come later simply by hiring good people. In fact, they need an early focus on…
5 Things All Great Leaders Do to Create a Culture of Leadership
What’s the secret to creating a culture of leadership that will take your organization forward for years to come? There is no secret—it starts at the top with you. In my experience as a leadership speaker…
6 Ways for Leaders to Create Organizational Change
Helping leaders navigate organizational change is one of my favorite activities as a leadership consultant. There is no doubt that forward thinking organizations understand that change will always be part of doing business, especially as new…
The Why and How of Having More FUN in the Office
Whether you run a small business or you’re just trying to get one off the ground, having fun isn’t always a top priority. When you’re diving deep into every facet of your business, it can…
Furry Stress-Busters: Benefits of a Pet-Friendly Workplace
These days, attracting the best employees isn’t just about the money and the job: it’s about the perks. Of course, there’s no substitute for the basics, like a competitive salary, a good health plan, and…
7 Science-Backed Ways to Improve Office Productivity
Many employers actively seek out ways to improve office productivity only to run into unhelpful and unscientific advice. Suggestions like providing coffee and candies to your staff are not helpful and can even result wasting…
5 Reasons Entrepreneurs Need to Highlight Small Wins
Managing and motivating a team in a startup is more than just using the right interpersonal skills. It’s more than providing recognition, tangible incentives, and clear work goals. A key influencer of satisfaction and motivation,…
7 Culture Elements Will Keep Your Business Learning
Many startups and entrepreneurs I advise still default to growing their business via the traditional top-down, order-taking culture. I’m convinced that you can’t stay competitive that way with today’s customers, and today’s employees. It’s time…
