Don’t wait for a people problem

Don’t wait for a people problem

When we think about needing HR support, our minds often go to the difficult stuff. An employee isn’t performing. There’s been a complaint. Conflict has escalated. Someone’s behaviour has crossed a line. A leader is considering disciplinary action. By then, there is...
What You Walk Past Becomes Part of Your Culture

What You Walk Past Becomes Part of Your Culture

Workplace culture isn’t built through values on a wall or the behaviours written in a handbook. It’s built in the everyday moments — particularly the ones where leaders have a choice to speak up or stay silent. Someone repeatedly interrupts others in meetings. A high...
Leadership and Friendship:  Can you really be both?

Leadership and Friendship: Can you really be both?

This topic came up recently in one of our leadership programs, and it sparked a really honest discussion. Several participants were struggling with the same challenge: “How do I lead people who are also my friends?” It’s such a common leadership tension — especially...
What happens when leaders have space to think

What happens when leaders have space to think

Recently, I had the pleasure of working one-on-one with a leader in our Leadership Coaching Program. Over a period of 6 months, we explored DiSC in detail, talked through challenges, and worked through tools, tips and approaches to use in different situations. Above...