From small things
big things
one day come

Meaningful change doesn’t have to be big bang, and in most instances, big bang doesn’t work (at least the first time). The most lasting change is one that comes in increments and engages us along the way. It’s handy too when it provides respite on a hot and humid day.

– Mel

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No culture
is so rich
as honesty

Do you recognize your culture when reading your company’s job description on LinkedIn? If you don’t, the description is, at best, aspirational and, at worst, dishonest. Workplace culture misrepresentation creates frustration, increases turnover and causes reputation damage. Besides, an accurate picture of what it’s like to work with you might attract those who will thrive in your culture.

– Phil

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Networking…
maybe
not

We all know that running around at a networking event to get the most cards is very ineffective. Even just attending certain networking events may be just as ineffective. This HBR article emphasizes the inefficiency of traditional networking events, suggesting the prioritization of purposeful connections. Shifting focus towards more meaningful interactions and fostering genuine relationships to optimize networking efforts.

– Tim

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The “I’s” in a team
make it successful

So, how do you create a successful team? Eric Barker’s research-rich approach identifies the three elements of a winning team. This knowledge suggests that managing the front end is over half the challenge. Negotiating hard for the right team members is my biggest takeaway.

– Phil

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Stretch
it out

Having a job where you spend most of your day sitting can have serious detrimental effects on your health and well-being. Recent research underscores the importance of incorporating movement into daily routines for overall wellness. Researchers suggest reducing sedentary behaviour, engaging in regular physical activity and starting lifestyle modifications promote longevity….

 – Tim

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You’re joking,
right?

As service industries increasingly push us to their chat features for assistance while turning up their use of AI – two handy ways to help turn down their cost of service – problems are going to arise. Be careful of the lure of developing technology that still thinks humans have 6 fingers…

– Mel

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