In times of change, we find it relatively straightforward to focus on what we want people to ‘Know’ and ‘Do’ as a result of communicating with them. The ‘Feel’ aspect of it can be more tricky - for leaders, this can feel like the ‘messy’ and unpredictable element. Here are a few ideas that might help.
Read MoreResearch shows how leaders can better support people's wellbeing in organisation change
Workplace change has always been a constant for organisations but with the addition of a pandemic, probably the most rapid change programme we’ve all experienced, wellbeing shot up the list of priorities for leaders.
To test thinking around this, I set out to answer some basic questions about wellbeing in the context of organisation change. As themes began to emerge, it led to more discussions and ideas that I thought would be useful for others to hear about too. - here are just some of the findings.
Read MoreFour tips to help you become a better leader by taking time to reflect
Busy, busy, busy… you know that reflection could help you, but you don’t really have time to do it. Self-reflection or working through it with an accountability buddy can be really powerful. Once you make time and create a habit for reflection, it can have a really positive effect.
Read MoreResilience, sisu and the happiest country in the world
Watching the Finnish ice hockey, team play ROC in the Olympic final I heard a commentator mention the ‘mental fortitude’. This really struck a chord, reminding me of ‘sisu’ a characteristic most often attributed to Finns. However, sisu is something we can all cultivate, and it can help to build our resilience.
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