By Lisa Burrell — 2007
Poet David Whyte talks about how poetry begets courageous conversation and, in turn, better leadership.
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CLEAR ALL
Everybody talks about company culture these days, but very few people in the industry understand what it really means. Even fewer people know how to build one.
All managers know that they need to help their employees through challenging times. But almost no manager is prepared for when one of their direct reports announces that he or she has cancer, despite the fact that more than 1.6 million people will be diagnosed this year.
If you’re managing teams, don’t underestimate this rare but powerful leadership trait.
To stay on top, you must reframe your company’s struggle and articulate your vision.
With the #MeToo movement and the many, often painful episodes of racial friction, we are reaching a new public consciousness and consensus around the need to understand each other’s perspectives.
Business ethics are not something you need to start worrying about when your company reaches a certain size; they need to be sewn into the fabric of your startup from the get-go.
From increased productivity to attracting top talent, there are numerous benefits to adding social responsibility initiatives within an organization.
It can be tough enough to manage your own stress. But how can you, as a manager, help the members of your team handle their feelings of stress, burnout, or disengagement?