Company cultures are strongest when they create environments where employees feel seen, known, and valued. True employee appreciation — that boosts commitment and morale — goes beyond just “thank you” and “good job.” It’s about finding creative ways to recognize employees for their unique contributions, and bringing feel-good moments to their work days. This is especially…
Team effectiveness is rooted in deep trust and high expectations. Building an environment of deep trust and high expectations creates the conditions for people to do their best work and for the entire team to thrive. When deep trust and high expectations work together, businesses see more effective, high-performing teams. Taking the time to nurture…
Virtual training has a multitude of benefits — companies can save travel costs, learners can benefit from more dispersed and frequent micro-sessions, and L&OD experts can reach a wider, more diverse audience. When executed well, virtual training can be just as meaningful as in-person training. Here are some best practices to help you and your…
During times of change and transition, maintaining consistent communication with your team is essential. Hopefully, you already have a comfortable rhythm for virtual team meetings and regular check-ins. When communicating with employees during times of global uncertainty, what you may not have considered is the need to adjust the tone, frequency, and even duration of…
There’s a popular neuroscience adage: “Neurons that fire together wire together.” That means the more you run a neural circuit in your brain, the stronger that circuit becomes. Applied practically, it’s why small habits practiced on a daily basis become “wired” into your brain and have the power to support behavior change and goal achievement. …
For all managers, deep, two-way trust with your team is essential to effective collaboration and productivity. In a virtual setting, it’s important to be especially mindful of how you deliberately build and maintain trust with team members you don’t see in person on a daily basis. Here are some tips to help you cultivate a…
One of the core skills needed to foster an environment of deep trust and high expectations is providing ongoing, effective feedback – a task that can become layered with complexity when you’re not working face-to-face with your employees. Whether you’ve found yourself managing remote team for the first time, or are part of a virtual…
The first step in being an effective remote manager to your team is understanding how your mindset may need to shift in order to best support them. Mastering an effective mindset starts with examining your fundamental beliefs about both the current pandemic situation, and the people you manage. First, it’s important to acknowledge that managers…
While collaborative virtual meetings are new for some — many companies have been teaming virtually and leveraging team collaboration software to replicate in-person meetings via video conferencing for years. Click here for a 5 minute interactive course, in which you’ll learn how to: Host a productive virtual meeting Conduct virtual brainstorming sessions Give a virtual…
A high-performing organization’s ability to be successful depends largely on the talent of their team. So, how do you attract the best-of-the-best, and ensure that the impression of your company that initially won them over proves true once they’re part of the team? Crafting a compelling Employee Value Proposition (EVP) is an impactful way to…