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Bridging the Leadership Generation Gap: Unique Capabilities for each Generation to be an Effective Leader

July 19, 2023

I have learned while working with leaders at all levels across many industries, many leaders tend to lead the way they were led. Perhaps it is human nature to do what we know. There are a variety of leadership styles and “one size does not fit all.” Effective leaders today need an awareness of generational uniqueness and have self-awareness of their generational values and work ethic.

Having a leadership approach that considers one’s own generational uniqueness can help a leader step out to be what they need to be for everyone across the organization. This can allow leaders from various generations to consistently increase engagement and productivity, enhance innovation and creativity, and support solid succession planning and retention.… Read More “Bridging the Leadership Generation Gap: Unique Capabilities for each Generation to be an Effective Leader”

Virtual World Fashion Citations: Enclothed Cognition Offers a Teleworking Edge

January 11, 2021

Problem: Not everyone was hired to work virtually. Recent research shows clothing choices can influence what and how we think, focus, and communicate virtually and it can negatively impact individual productivity and confidence.  Many teleworkers deprioritize their clothing choices as a perk that comes with working from home.

Solution: What you wear has power.  Know the audience.  Plan attire appropriate for the job.  Managers can provide guidance and of course issue fashion citations and fashion awards to raise awareness.

Many have been forced to telework with a gap in essential skillsets required for teleworking effectiveness.  The demands of the virtual workplace continue. … Read More “Virtual World Fashion Citations: Enclothed Cognition Offers a Teleworking Edge”

The New Normal for Training: Is Virtual or Remote Learning Better than Onsite Classroom Learning? (PART 2)

October 8, 2020

PART 2

The first part of this post stated…

“The first part of this post began with… Training Magazine shared, “86 percent of virtual classroom participants rated the experience just as engaging or more engaging than traditional classroom training. 100 percent of participants were highly satisfied with their training experience.”   Is this the only criteria to consider?  And, is virtual better than classroom?  The answer, it depends.  It depends on a lot.”

Now let’s go into the ROI of both approaches and the impacts COVID.

There are textbook recommendations and there are situational as well as real-world business threats and challenges. … Read More “The New Normal for Training: Is Virtual or Remote Learning Better than Onsite Classroom Learning? (PART 2)”

The New Normal for Training: Is Virtual or Remote Learning Better than Onsite Classroom Learning? (PART 1)

June 17, 2020

PART 1

Training Magazine shared, “86 percent of virtual classroom participants rated the experience just as engaging or more engaging than traditional classroom training. 100 percent of participants were highly satisfied with their training experience.”   Is this the only criteria to consider?  And, is virtual better than classroom?  The answer, it depends.  It depends on a lot.

There are textbook recommendations and there are situational and real-world business threats and challenges.  Talent development and workplace learning has to be forever conscious, resilient, and nimble to support an organization’s ability to respond to crises.  The talent development and/or workplace learning function has to be a role-model for change and transformation. … Read More “The New Normal for Training: Is Virtual or Remote Learning Better than Onsite Classroom Learning? (PART 1)”

How can I Maximize My Telework Effectiveness?

April 16, 2020

Today’s Engagement Question:
How can I Maximize My Telework Effectiveness?

Problem: Working outside of the office or in solitude can create different types of stress and create feelings of disengagement.

Solution: Applying a few mental and physical strategies can increase productivity and reduce stress.

Let’s begin to look at some trending data points to validate the value in teleworking.  According to Global Workplace Analytics 2019 report, telecommuting has grown by 115% since 2005. That’s nearly 10 times faster than the rest of the workforce.  In fact, 37% would take a pay cut to telework.  And, this was prior to the COVID -19 pandemic. … Read More “How can I Maximize My Telework Effectiveness?”

Highly Stressed at Work? Maximize Your Workspace

October 8, 2019

Highly stressed at work?  Never able to get ahead of the mounting work on your desk.  Losing things?  Up late wondering where that report on your desk went you had ready to deliver to your boss?

SUBJECT:  The pace in the workplace is getting faster each day.  Being organized and lessens your stress load.

PROBLEM:  Managing the clutter on your desk provides improves physical and mental performance.

SOLUTION:  Commit to eliminating clutter and follow through on a plan to maximize your work area efficiency.

 

Explain

FACT:  Did you know most people average a loss of close to 18 hours each month looking for lost paper?… Read More “Highly Stressed at Work? Maximize Your Workspace”

Preparing the Modern Multi-generational Workforce for Leadership Roles: Legacy Leadership

March 23, 2018

The most common trend today is preparing the workforce differently than we have for retiring Baby Boomers and Generation X. Because the modern workforce is quite different than in prior decades with multiple generations present in the workplace, we must prepare the workforce differently and grow leaders in new ways. We must create “legacy leadership.” This post will provide some insights and hopefully some solutions to help you support and invest in your people resources for maximum impact and leave a transformational legacy of leadership that brings continuity and sustained growth by attracting and retaining high potential talent.

Millennials and Generation Z bring unique strengths, yet many are ill equipped to move into these roles from lack of experience and a deficit of essential social skills.… Read More “Preparing the Modern Multi-generational Workforce for Leadership Roles: Legacy Leadership”

Engaged Employees Creates Happy Customers

March 30, 2017

Employee Engagement Creates Happy Customers

An employee engagement strategy helps ensure that employees are committed to their organization’s goals and values, motivated to contribute to organizational success, and are able at the same time to enhance their own sense of well-being. Phillip’s learning and strategic planning programs are deliberately designed and delivered to support employee engagement.

Currently, 13% of employees across 142 countries worldwide are engaged in their jobs — that is, they are emotionally invested in and focused on creating value for their organizations every day. As in Gallup’s 2009-2010 global study of employee engagement, actively disengaged workers — i.e.,… Read More “Engaged Employees Creates Happy Customers”

Performance Consulting: Coaching – a Tool for Results that Go Deep and Last Long

March 23, 2017

 

Questions About Coaching

Why do people hire a coach?

There are several reasons organizations turn to executive coaching for their people:

  1. To develop employees with high potential.
  2. To increase the likelihood that an executive will be successful in a new role.
  3. To improve deficiencies and current job performance.

What types of skills do people typically wish to improve?

Everyone’s strengths and needs are different, and no two people follow the identical path. Most coaching programs, however, include some common themes:

  • Interpersonal skills
  • Team management
  • Presentation skills
  • Written communication
  • Personal presence
  • Time management
  • Strategic thinking
  • Work-life balance

Who is a good candidate for coaching?

… Read More “Performance Consulting: Coaching – a Tool for Results that Go Deep and Last Long”

Corporate Training: Designing Instructionally Sound Learning that Works

March 14, 2017

Corporate Training: Designing Instructionally Sound Learning that Works

Applying a variety of proven industry models allows for consistency and flexibility. The ADDIE model (seen below) is a proven model as a standard for curriculum development. Other models exist like SAM and AGILE and are quite reliable and should be mentioned here as well.  The objective is to provide solutions that maximize business return on investment (ROI).

Training is NOT a lecture. Phillip’s approach is to create a safe environment and apply the latest laser-focused accelerated learning techniques to deliver a program that is highly interactive and edutaining (educational and entertaining).  … Read More “Corporate Training: Designing Instructionally Sound Learning that Works”