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Check out my latest Human Capital Leadership article, "Walking the Walk: How People's Words and Actions at Work Can Actually Shape Your Brain." From the conclusion: "In today's dynamic, knowledge-focused enterprises, what leaders communicate through words and deeds has never been more impactful. When managers apply principles from social neuroscience to cultivate positivity, flexibility, consideration and empowerment, they actively help shape employees' brains for enhanced well-being, resilience and capability over the long term. By walking the talk of optimism, inquisitiveness and caring daily, leaders foster cultures where people feel psychologically safe to continuously learn, adapt, take risks and give their best through good times and bad. With the right approach, organizations can develop workforces with the agility, cohesion and motivation needed to thrive amid relentless change." Take a look at the full article and leave your comments below! https://lnkd.in/gj3vUpj3

In a survey of Human Resources leaders they responded that only around 11% of the employees know the core values of their company. That is a huge opportunity for leaders to do one of their most important job. That is, to know, live and promote the core values (culture). Why is this crucial? It's crucial for leaders to know and live the core values because their actions set the standard for the entire organization. By embodying these values, leaders demonstrate commitment, build trust, and inspire their teams to follow suit. This alignment ensures consistent decision-making, fosters a positive culture, and drives collective efforts towards achieving organizational goals.

Leaders who embrace visionary thinking, encourage experimentation and create environments where creativity flourishes are the ones who drive meaningful change. Read more 👉 https://lttr.ai/AYVtu #OrganisationsCreateEnvironments #EnsureLongTermSuccess #LongerOptional #CreativityThrives #NaturalOutcome #LeadershipLighthouse #Recruitment #FreeDiscoveryCall #AnticipatingMarketTrends #PeopleArenTAfraid

Poisonous leaders are leaders who take a toll on the workforce, and therefore the bottom line. A company needs to know how to protect itself from this hidden cost, including the right metrics, the right coaching, and a careful look at how incentives may drive their bad behavior. In this week’s HR Power Hour segment, host David Ciullo discusses with author, leadership, and team performance expert Sean Lemson his new book, One Drop of Poison: How One Bad Leader Can Slowly Kill Your Company. It doesn't take much to ruin the whole organization, but companies can offset the impacts by taking three simple actions and paying close attention to the overall mindset of employees. https://conta.cc/3TWxeC9

What distinguishes exceptional leaders... the ones who routinely (and seemingly effortlessly) develop the talent around them? They're cue sensitive. They read the room, picking up on small signals and opportunities to turn routine and unremarkable conversations toward growth and engagement. This is a key concept in the 3rd edition of Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go (with Bev Kaye coming out 9-24) as well as my recent SmartBrief article. Here's a quick summary... and the link to the full article is below. Berrett-Koehler Publishers

Poisonous leaders are leaders who take a toll on the workforce, and therefore the bottom line. A company needs to know how to protect itself from this hidden cost, including the right metrics, the right coaching, and a careful look at how incentives may drive their bad behavior. In this week’s HR Power Hour segment, host David Ciullo discusses with author, leadership, and team performance expert Sean Lemson his new book, One Drop of Poison: How One Bad Leader Can Slowly Kill Your Company. It doesn't take much to ruin the whole organization, but companies can offset the impacts by taking three simple actions and paying close attention to the overall mindset of employees. https://conta.cc/3WBV87F

Using fear as a management or leadership strategy is not only ineffective but also counterproductive. Fear can create a toxic work environment that leads to high employee turnover, low morale, and poor performance. Leaders who rely on fear to motivate their employees are often unable to inspire loyalty and trust and may be seen as authoritarian or even abusive. Instead, effective leaders should focus on building positive relationships with their employees, providing clear direction and support, and creating a culture of open communication and collaboration. By treating employees with respect and dignity and by recognizing their contributions and achievements, leaders can create a work environment that fosters creativity, innovation, and productivity.

Some thought: The greatest contribution of a leader is to make more leaders because it ensures the growth and sustainability of an organisation. By mentoring and empowering others, a leader cultivates talent, fosters a collaborative culture, and promotes adaptability. This approach not only prepares the organisation for future challenges but also creates a legacy of continuous development and positive influence, ensuring that the leader's impact endures beyond their tenure.

In any organization, the type of leadership can significantly impact its success and culture. A key difference lies in how leaders build their teams. Red flag leaders tend to surround themselves with "yes" people, those who agree with them unconditionally, creating an echo chamber that stifles innovation and critical thinking. In contrast, green flag leaders seek out and welcome individuals who challenge their ideas and decisions. These leaders understand that constructive dissent fosters growth, drives improvement, and leads to better decision-making. By embracing diverse perspectives, green flag leaders cultivate a dynamic and resilient organization.

One of the most overlooked skills of great leaders? (Hint: It's not taking charge.) It’s knowing when to share the spotlight. Here are 5 ways top leaders elevate others: ⑴ 𝐏𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐜 ↬ Great leaders don’t need the floor. ↬ They let others take it and shine. ⑵ 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐬 ↬ True leaders highlight their team’s success. ↬ Recognition fuels motivation. ⑶ 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 ↬ Don’t just assign tasks, give ownership. ↬ Trust breeds confidence and growth. ⑷ 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 ↬ It's not always about being at the front. ↬ Sometimes, it’s about stepping back. ⑸ 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭 𝐡𝐢𝐝𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 ↬ Your team is full of untapped potential. ↬ Let them showcase what they can do. 𝐀 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞. When you share the spotlight, you also build your brand by building theirs It’s how true leaders leave a legacy.