Tag: workplace culture
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Icebreakers; you either love them or (more likely) dread them. Yet, they remain a staple in meetings, workshops, and team events. The problem? Most icebreakers feel forced, awkward, and like a waste of time. If you’re determined to include one, let’s make sure your icebreaker actually works. Here’s how to make icebreakers suck less and…
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Revamping Virtual Interactions with a Touch of Humor Virtual meeting icebreakers Welcome to the world of virtual interactions, where ice breakers have become a staple of our daily routines. But let’s be honest: they can sometimes make us cringe, blur work-life boundaries, and lead to uncomfortable situations. It’s time to inject some humor into our…
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In today’s workplace, onboarding isn’t just a checklist—it’s the first impression your organization makes on a new hire. It sets the tone for their experience and plays a pivotal role in whether they thrive. And when it’s equitable and transparent, onboarding becomes more than a process—it becomes a tool for justice. An equitable onboarding experience…
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Discover the essential role of boundaries in the 2024 workplace. Setting clear limits is more crucial than ever for personal well-being, productivity, and creating inclusive work cultures. As we step into 2024, the discussion around workplace boundaries gains greater relevance. In an era of seamless work-life integration, establishing clear boundaries is paramount. With the average…
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Schedule a level-setting conversation with your team and ensure that everyone is available for the conversation. Establish a flow after prioritizing the most crucial discussion points. Be patient and take time to let the conversation progress naturally. After the meeting, make sure to prepare action items and follow-up tasks. Set expectations that professional development is…
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Now that we are in spooky season, it’s a good time to address ghosting. Ghosting is a term used to describe the act of abruptly ending an interaction with someone without explanation. In recent years we’ve seen an increase in professional ghosting, where employees abruptly end their relationships with their clients or employers. This has…