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Think Twice Before Hiring or Promoting "Brilliant Jerks"
Arianna Huffington criticizes valuing employees solely on brilliance, coining the term "brilliant jerks" for talented yet toxic workers "Brilliant jerks" can hide their toxic behaviors behind exceptional performance, complicating their identification and the management of their negative impact. Their presence can damage team unity, foster a toxic work environment, decrease morale and productivity, and lead to significant financial losses. Tolerating or rewarding such behavior normalizes toxicity and can
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Unleash the Potential of New Managers with Leadership Development
555 words/ 2.5 min read New leaders must be willing to learn, develop communication skills, and adjust relationships. Transparent information sharing establishes trust and repeats important messages. Listening is a key communication skill and should be prioritized. Treat everyone equally and objectively when making tough decisions. Be respectful of team members' perspectives and strive for self-improvement.
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Why Social Time with Co-Workers is the Ultimate Office Perk
659 words/ 3 min. read • Employees need meaningful connections in the workplace, and social time with co-workers can be a powerful office perk. • 85%, 84%, 74%, and 73% of employees indicated that they would return to their offices if they could rebuild team bonds, socialize with coworkers, if their “work friends” were there or if their direct team members would be there. • Employers should also integrate social time, breaks, and movement at work to create a positive workplace climate • The hybrid work
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Unlocking Reciprocity: How Gratitude Transforms Workplace Culture
647words/ 3 min. read • According to Benjamin Laker, professor at Henley Business School, organizations that lead with gratitude foster a sense of reciprocity - mutual recognition that promotes a continuous cycle of goodwill and strengthens team cohesion. • Studies show that generosity and reciprocity lead to happier, healthier and more creative and resilient lives. They also boost motivation and engagement among employees. • For reciprocity to be effective, it must be authentic, balanced, and thoughtful.
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7 Powerful Strategies for Aligning Your Team with Your Vision and Values
633 words / 2.5 min. read The success of a small business hinges on having a cohesive team that shares their company's vision and values. Seven strategies are outlined to help align the team with the company's vision and values: communication, lead by example, setting expectations, fostering open communication, collaborating, holding regular meetings, and celebrating successes. Implementing these strategies can create a happier workplace while boosting customer satisfaction and fostering business growth. A
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The Power of 'Entry Interviews' and 'Stay Interviews': Tips from Adam Grant
603 words ~ 2.5 min. read Many employers hold ‘exit interviews.’ Wharton psychologist Adam Grant suggests conducting "entry interviews" and "stay interviews” to create a positive work environment and retain top talent. An entry interview is a meeting with new employees to discuss their expectations and experiences during onboarding. Open-ended questions should be asked to show employees that their opinions are valued. Stay interviews are for current employees to identify factors that make them stay in their
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Attention CEOs: Workplace Culture is Your Biggest Asset
586 words ~ 3 Minute Read CEOs agree that workplace culture is their most powerful asset, yet it ranks low on their list of priorities. According to research, a great culture affects reputation, hiring and employee retention. Mark Miller suggests leaders start by making space for hopes and dreams, amplifying vision and values often, and adapting the aspiration as needed. Systems like polls and surveys can help monitor the health of an organization's culture.
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