New York TimesColumnist Maya Salam wrote recently about the unintended consequences of the ‘Me Too’ movement, and the harm it could be doing to women in business. Salam says she’s increasingly learning of men who refuse to have any contact with female colleagues for fear of being accused of inappropriate behavior. Since men still dominate leadership […]
Read More →Many experts believe that empowered and engaged employees are more productive and more loyal. But where do managers begin the process of building the ideal energized and focused team? Gallup suggests asking each team member these five questions. What do you know you can do well, but haven’t done yet? What activities – inside and outside of […]
Read More →When leaders think employees should feel one way about their job, and the employee actually feels differently, an empathy gap occurs. Balancecareers.com recommends that leaders who acknowledge this problem do these eight things to change the dynamic. Challenge yourself. Get out of your usual environment. Get feedback. Explore your heart, not just your head. Walk in […]
Read More →Empathy is a growing expectation among today’s workforce. Experts say employees work harder for someone they believe cares about them and their unique needs. But when there is a difference between how the employer thinks an employee feels and how the employee actually feels, an empathy gap occurs. One example of an empathy gap is when a […]
Read More →In the final installment of Harvard Business Review contributor Larry Clark’s series on navigating complexity, he reframes the benefits of failure in an interesting way. He begins with an NFL coaching analogy. The emergence mindset he believes business owners must adopt is similar to how football coaches choose plays based on what they learned during previous ones. […]
Read More →Harvard Business Review contributor Larry Clark provides great insight into problem solving that starts with making sure you understand the kind of problem you’re solving. To make his point, he refers to the Cynefin Framework, which is used to categorize situations and identify strategies to address them. The 4 categories are: Simple. These are situations that can be […]
Read More →Harvard Business Review contributor Larry Clark’s three part series on navigating complexity offers timely education on rethinking business. He encourages leaders to embrace the natural push and pull of polarities that are inherent to every business. Polarity is when opposing forces pull at each other to keep things balanced. For instance, growth versus profit maximization or work-life […]
Read More →Many experts believe that technology is making us increasingly isolated, particularly in the workplace. In a recent Society for Human Resource Management interview, best-selling author Dan Schawbel offers tips for maintaining the human connection. Here are a few. Use electronic calendars to schedule meetings, but when there, be present and use the time to develop strong team […]
Read More →In a recent blog post, Dr. Anne Litwin responded to eye-opening findings from LeanIn.org and the McKinsey group. The report found that 1 in 5 of the women they surveyed at 279 US companies consider themselves “Onlys” — meaning they are often the only woman in the room. Half of those women say they must provide […]
Read More →Now that winter has us firmly in its grip, chances are there will be days when snow prevents you or your team from making it to the office. But as flexjobs.com points out, with the right preparation, the work can still flow from home. If your job can be done from home, scout out and […]
Read More →The kind of environment we work in plays a big role in job satisfaction. Yet, that environment is largely controlled by another person: your manager, or someone at or near the top of the org chart. If they’re supportive, job satisfaction soars. Forbes.com says this is especially true for millennials. If you’re one of the people at or […]
Read More →According to Gallup, today’ employees treat their job search like they treat their shopping. They have lots of information and options, and they don’t see the need to settle for a job that’s not right for them. Central to today’s job search: company culture, lifestyle compatibility, the ability to make a difference and transparency. If your culture is […]
Read More →Researchers at University of California, Davis set out to answer an age-old question: what makes an emotionally healthy person? They looked at what’s called the “big five” personality traits to see where healthy people landed. Those traits are neuroticism, extraversion, openness to experience, agreeableness and conscientiousness. They also identified facets of these traits, which added specificity. The experts […]
Read More →As companies strive to become more diverse and inclusive, Gallup says leaders first need to understand the difference between the two terms. They sum it up with the words of Netflix CEO Verna Myers, who says “Diversity is being invited to the party; inclusion is being asked to dance.” For strategies on this front to truly hold, […]
Read More →How would you like to start the New Year with free access to a coach who can help you break through to the next level? That’s what I’m offering you today. I’ve created a space on the homepage of my website, tmgspeaks.com called, Ask Teressa. It’s a place where you can seek answers to challenges you’re facing. But […]
Read More →According to many experts, we fear public speaking more than we fear death. But if speeches or presentations aren’t something you can avoid, Fast Company offers these prep tips to help hide anxiety. Pace Yourself. Avoid rapid-fire delivery by tapping into your natural and comfortable walking rhythm. Before you’re on stage, observe your relaxed pace and try to […]
Read More →As you contemplate what you’d like to do differently in 2019, I urge you to consider a resolution for self-kindness. Yes, focus on things like fitness and your career, AND look at ways you can turn your attention within to create inner peace and self-directed happiness. Resolve to say “no” more often. When requests make you uncomfortable […]
Read More →Companies make a lot of promises to lure the best candidates. They tout flexibility and personal development policies that, in practice, are only as good as the company’s managers. Here are three questions Gallup says leaders should be asking themselves to determine if their new employee could experience buyer’s remorse. Does flexibility depend on the team manager? You […]
Read More →Just in time for the start of the New Year, I have a new tool for your personal and professional development. I’m offering you free advice and coaching by way of “Ask Teressa” — a new feature on the homepage of my website, tmgspeaks.com. Go there to submit your question about a real-life goal or challenge you’re […]
Read More →Extremely low unemployment and the highest turnover rate in 17 years are forcing employers to dig deep to hold onto good performers. Mounting evidence shows that people who aren’t engaged or who dislike their managers are the most likely to head for the door. If you think your company is bleeding people as a result of […]
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