Each week I collect the resources related to leadership I shared on social media the prior week, with the accompanying quotations.
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Frank Sonnenberg:
“You Can Learn a Lot from a Lousy Role Model” (7-25-23).
“At the end of the day, if you’re not proud of who you are and the way you choose to live your life, little else matters. Therefore, learn from the mistakes of lousy role models rather than following them off a cliff. Do what’s right. Make people feel special. Be a giver, not a taker. And live your life with honor and integrity.”
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Korn Ferry Insights:
“How to lead humans, not workers:
The stronger your emotional connection with your people is, the better placed you’ll be to have them pulling behind you.”
(Week of July 31, 2023).
“[I]t’s no surprise that 61% of CEOs value genuine leadership where leaders are more empathetic, caring and interested in people. When we put humanity at the heart of commercial life, it not only helps us make wiser decisions, but builds collective trust, loyalty and engagement.”
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Blaise Radley, Workday:
“5 Ways HR Can Lead in the Changing World of Work” (7-18-23).
“Employees want to join organizations that invest in their people. A major part of that is creating a frictionless employee experience. …. Outside of work, people have the information and resources they need at their fingertips—now, they expect the same when it comes to their workplaces. When introducing new technology to your organization, ensure that it feels as engaging and intuitive as employees’ consumer apps.”
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David Burkus:
“Create A Sense of Belonging At Work [5 Tips]” (7-17-23).
“The fourth way to create a sense of belonging is to ask for advice. Asking for advice is a powerful way to show team members that their knowledge and perspective are valued. It demonstrates trust and respect for their expertise, fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment.”
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Ted Kitterman, Great Place to Work:
“5 Ways to Make Every Employee Feel Like a Valued Teammate”
(7-12-23).
“Employees want to know that you value their expertise. That means leaders must not only send the message that every employee plays a critical role in business success, but also use employee feedback to inform their decisions.”
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Jim VandeHei:
“Axios Finish Line — The silent killer: toxic ambiguity” (5-4-23).
“In an ideal world, any person under you should be able to jump out of bed at a moment’s notice and recite the three most important things you’re doing as a company or organization. If they can’t, how can they guide others or prioritize? The only remedy for this is constant, clear repetition of what matters most.”
