Motivating Change in the Workplace

Imagine a workplace where everyone did what you needed them to do, without the need for micro-management and prodding. Even better, picture employees doing these things because they genuinely want to, not because they have to!  As leaders, our goal is to create an environment where motivation thrives naturally. And it’s achievable reality through understanding […]

10 Signs You’re Addicted to Stress

There’s a difference between occasionally feeling stressed and being addicted to stress. Growing up in a chaotic environment, where stress and instability are the norm, or spending a significant amount of time in highly stressful work/home environments can condition your body to crave the chemicals released during stress. As adults, we may not even realise we’re addicted to this survival mode. Here are ten signs that you’re addicted to stress:

Park the ego.

“You don’t want people saying ‘He makes a great point’, and have them staring at your finger. They need to be looking where you are pointing”. A slightly fudged quote from Michael Neill, but the premise of which I love. You want to inspire people to act, not just think you’re smart. As Michael says […]