Developing Resilience, Tenacity, And Grit
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration deemed stress a “hazard of the workplace”. Estimates put the cost of stress at $190 billion a year in annual healthcare bills. And it’s not isolated to specific industries – the problem is widespread. Sixty-five percent of adults say that work is the source of their significant stress. Stressful […]
How To Engage And Inspire Your Employees
Competing in today’s dynamic and volatile environment requires an engaged and inspired team that drives creativity, innovation, and results. Engagement is not the same as job satisfaction or happiness – individuals can be satisfied with their jobs but remain disengaged. According to John Smythe, the author of the book CEO – Chief Engagement Officer, engagement is […]
Is Your Nonprofit Ready For Gen Z Board Members?
CHCI is honored to have Executive Vice President Anne Loehr mentioned in Hardy Smith’s article on preparing nonprofits for Gen Z Board members. Is your nonprofit ready for Gen Z board members? Anne Loehr (she/her/hers) is my go-to resource for understanding characteristics associated with generational groups. Her recent blog post about best practices for hiring Gen Z, prompted my […]
Unlocking Accountability: How To Become An Accountable Leader
Accountability is essential for success in any organization, team, or group. But what exactly is accountability, and why is it so important? This blog will dive into the importance of accountability and how to become an accountable leader. We will discuss why setting SMART goals is essential for creating an accountable culture, and how to […]
Shaping The Future: Seven Essential Skills For Tomorrow’s Leaders
Leadership skills must adapt in today’s fast-paced and constantly changing business environment. Leaders who possess skills such as adaptability, emotional intelligence, strategic thinking, diversity and inclusion, communication, collaboration, and continuous learning will be positioned for success. Let’s dive into each skill: 1. Adaptability: Adaptability refers to an individual’s ability to adapt their thoughts, behaviors, and actions to changing environments and situations. It means […]
Empowering Change With Emotional Intelligence
Emotional Intelligence (EI) is the ability to understand and manage one’s own emotions, as well as the emotions of others. Change management is the process of planning and implementing changes within an organization in a controlled and organized manner. The goal of change management is to minimize disruption and maximize the benefits of change. Emotional intelligence and change […]
Building And Maintaining Trust
Trust is a critical component of organizational success. When team members, clients, and stakeholders trust an organization and its leaders, they are more likely to feel motivated, committed, and engaged, which can lead to higher productivity and better results. Conversely, a lack of trust within an organization can have serious negative consequences, such as lower […]
Creating Inclusive Workplaces: The Power Of Executive Coaching In Driving DEI Success
Did you know that organizations with diverse and inclusive leadership are 50% more likely to outperform their competitors in key metrices, including financial performance, innovation, and employee engagement (Source: McKinsey & Company, 2020)? In a world where innovation thrives on diverse perspectives, executive coaching is the secret weapon for creating an inclusive work environment. This blog […]
How to Manage Habits That Inhibit Productivity
It’s hard to find individuals who are satisfied with their work productivity. Endless emails pop into our inboxes, a coworker stops by our desk for some advice or chitchat, the phone rings, social media notifications buzz our phones, our stomachs yearn for an afternoon snack, and before you know it, you’re Googling restaurant reviews in […]
How and Why to Ask For What You Want at Work
I still cringe when I think of the time I got my haircut during my teenage years. The hairdresser asked how I wanted it cut and I replied, “I don’t care. You choose.” In that moment, I gave away total control of how I looked to a complete stranger! As a child, I never learned […]
