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One of the buzzwords I see everywhere in corporate lingo is psychological safety. Leaders are increasingly recognising the importance of creating environments where employees feel safe to express their ideas, take risks, and be themselves without fear of repercussion. However, here’s a myth that needs to be debunked: the notion that psychological safety is about removing all risk from the workplace. In reality, true psychological safety is fostered through connection, not risk...
One of my favourite things about the World Cup games is the moment the teams come out of the tunnel, line up and sing the National Anthem. Goosebumps, every single time. You can tell a lot about the team and their supporters from that moment.
Have you noticed the absolute magic of team Colombia and its fans? Next level! Just watch this:
https://twitter.com/OptusSport/status/1687041801629138944?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw
That’s something else, isn’t it?
If you’ve ever...
As someone who was able to experience the benefits of a global-scale Circle program at Snapchat, I want to talk about the importance of Circle practice for employees and why it can benefit a company in so many ways.
First, let me start by explaining what Circle practice is. Circle practice is a group communication method that encourages open and honest dialogue, active listening, and shared leadership. It is a process that helps to create a safe space for employees to speak...
After having endured a global pandemic and being chronically wonder-deprived, it's time we brought back wonder; the cheapest and most accessible way to feel good, stay curious and feel inspired.
When we are wonderstruck, we're transported out of our day-to-day into altogether more enticing place of imagination and limitless opportunity. Wonder creates a bridge between the ordinary and the extraordinary; reminding us that we are part of something truly mysterious and unique. From that place,...
I always say how much I love helping individuals and teams meet their magic.
Sometimes I joke and say 'We're bringing wonder back'.
So, what do I mean by that?
Most people wouldn’t describe their workplace as ‘magic’ or ‘wonderful’, right? Instead, we tend to see our work as something we do to pay for our ‘real lives’ outside of the workplace.
What all team success stories have in common is that each team-member feels that they truly belong,...