Time to include
neurodiversity
as part of EDI change

As corporate equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) programs mature, it’s essential that neurodiversity becomes an element of these programs. ADHD is just one neurodiversity example, and it’s important that we provide all employees with opportunities to bring their whole selves to work, providing appropriate support and accommodation to enable everyone to succeed.

– Tim

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Introspection
reflection

It’s that time of year again, when – between too much chocolate (is there such a thing?) and too much family (yes there is!), we start thinking “is this all there is?” We can’t all hang up our spurs and live the dream life in 2023. But we can get creative about finding purpose in what we do, if not at work, then surely in what we do around it.

– Mel

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Help people
change like
the best giver

The skills required to prepare people for change are similar to those of an excellent gift giver. They involve knowing where people are, empathy for their preferences and identifying options. Here is an exploration of gift-giving that might give you perspectives on helping your team adopt change. Spoiler alert: it’s the thought that counts.

– Phil

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I’m here
all week…

Funny people are often the most insightful. Why? In general, they’re loose; they don’t get hung up on stuff. Or if they do, they turn their hang ups into their art. Here are some tips on how to be more like your favourite purveyor of funny, using their tricks to make your mental health a little brighter in 2023.

– Mel

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If it wasn’t
for you…

A primary driver of our self-esteem, motivation, and performance is the degree to which we feel valued by those around us, and our ability to add value to them. Helping people matter at work is often overlooked when faced with multiple priorities and tight timelines. Zak Mercurio provides simple and quick ways to help people feel significant, which are timely at the end of a fast-paced and challenging year.

– Phil

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AI still needs to
be driven by the ‘I’

KFC Germany was forced to apologize for a very insensitive post on the solemn anniversary of Kristallnacht (The Night of Broken Glass). The company blamed the issue on an automated bot. As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to grow within organizations, we need to take steps to ensure that human intelligence is always part of the process.

– Tim

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