Choosing a mentor coach is a very personal choice. It’s important to get the chemistry right to make space for the vulnerability that is so necessary. It’s surprising how much personal growth is involved in mentor coaching. Not only does a coach work on the core competencies, but also on their own self-awareness of what … Continue reading Mentor Coaching!
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A common theme amongst those I speak with is the area of focus and priorities. There are many people who witness a feeling of being scattered and ‘all over the place’. They are seeking a safe place to bring this up and to get another perspective. They are looking for a sounding board for setting … Continue reading Finding Focus
Living in the tension between purpose-driven and for-profit. Building a culture based on the mission: ‘talent has no boundaries—and opportunities shouldn’t either.’ DDD is transforming lives around the world. They exist in the ambiguous space between two opposing forces. I find this story immensely inspiring and it deepens my belief in the power of social … Continue reading Culture Lab and Digital Divide Data
From McKinsey Global Survey. The importance of developing leadership capabilities was a major theme in successful transformations. https://www.mckinsey.com/business-functions/organization/our-insights/what-successful-transformations-share-mckinsey-global-survey-results
The quote of the week, as chosen by my 12-year old. Great choice.
Part of navigating a global transition and successfully adapting to a new place lies in gaining cultural intelligence about yourself and the place you are in. One aspect of cultural intelligence is the concept of tight vs. loose cultures. A super interesting article in Behavior Scientist and an introduction to Michele Gelfand's new book on … Continue reading Tight vs. Loose Cultures
Easy read on growth mindset from HBR. Quote: 'We define a growth mindset as both the belief that skills and abilities can be improved, and that developing your skills and abilities is the purpose of the work you do. A culture that fosters a growth mindset, then, is a culture in which all employees are seen as … Continue reading Growth Mindset from HBR
Just recently Katia Vlachos published her new book called ‘A Great Move – Surviving and Thriving in Your Expat Assignment.’ It is an easy read and as a global expat, it is easy to connect with and feel a connection to what she writes about. The book offers great tips for anyone considering or already … Continue reading A Great Move
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