by Christi Barrett | Diversity, Feedback
You may have heard this before. Or you may have wondered, “Is this really true, or is this person operating on bias?” Getting tough feedback is challenging. It can be more so if you fall into the trap of assuming bias. Are people who give feedback biased?...
by Christi Barrett | Culture
Can you be a leader of character and competence in a power-based, undermining or bullying culture where you don’t reap what you sow? This is an environment in which the world REALLY needs a new kind of leader. Leaders, look in the mirror. As Meghan Butler writes...
by Christi Barrett | Teamwork
Most leaders would be thrilled to say that their team members feel safe and comfortable enough to have tough conversations and take risks together. That sort of psychological safety can have a dark side, says Alex Fradera on Quartz. The positive characteristics of...
by David Wheatley | Change
Five monkeys are in a cage with a bunch of bananas hanging from the roof. When a step ladder is placed under the bananas, one of the monkeys starts to climb it. Whenever a monkey climbs the ladder, all the monkeys are immediately hosed down with cold water. From that...
by Christi Barrett | Emotional Intelligence
A friend, Beth, was engaging in a mild whine about her job, specifically, her boss. “She’s just so….well, smart. It’s driving me nuts.” That got my attention. How can someone be too smart? Beth’s boss is exceptionally bright, knows...
