by Michelle VanderMeer | Decision-making, Decisiveness, Influence, Leadership
You have a position on an issue or a new idea that you believe is right for the organization. In spite of significant effort, the innovation isn’t gaining traction. In fact, there appears to be significant opposition. It can be tempting to throw in the towel,...
by Christi Barrett | Leadership
Many of you loved our blog on pisstivity – the degree to which you are fed up with the world. This week, we’re turning things around to talk about happiness, which is more in line with our generally sunny perspective. We’re big fans of happy leaders,...
by Christi Barrett | Growth, Values
Many experts think that America’s economy is poised to expand, perhaps slower than we’d like, but preferable to the recent stagnation. While you may see opportunities on the horizon, how do you know if your organization is prepared for growth? For maximum...
by John Barrett | Leadership, Strategic
It isn’t unusual to hear that business people don’t like consultants. In fact, many of us here at Humanergy can recount consultant horror stories of our own. From the strategic planning consultant who seemed to want to sway everyone’s opinion, to the...
by Christi Barrett | Communication, Growth
Few people would lobby for more tension at work. Yet there are ways in which tension can not only be helpful, but transformative. Artists talk about the need to linger in a state of tension in order for the creative juices to flow. Likewise, people in organizations...
