There is something we all secretly are asking for. But we don’t know how to get it or we deny ourselves of it. It’s rest, recovery, and nourishment. Amidst wars, natural disasters, systemic colonization and discrimination, and a general sense of insecurity it is understandable that many of us feel time is of the… Continue reading Rest. Recover. Nourish.
Category: Lessons in Smashing the Patriarchy
How to Receive An Apology
We all want an apology when we feel we’ve been wronged. We’re also clear about what we want from an apology; to be specific, meaningful, and timely. But what about how we receive it? What’s our role as the person receiving the apology and how does it affect the resolution to conflict?… Continue reading How to Receive An Apology
How to Give Feedback Well
The need to give feedback is inevitable. Why? Because at the heart of feedback is the need to address and fix a problem. While the objective seems simple enough, giving feedback is not. How it is delivered has significant consequences. Delivered well it can create a sense of belonging, a commitment to… Continue reading How to Give Feedback Well
Apologies & Forgiveness in EDI Work
What’s not explicitly talked about when organizations embark on work like equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and addressing discrimination are expectations around apologies and forgiveness. These expectations are linked to 2 major needs by harmed parties (i.e. those who have experienced hurt and suffering) and those trying to stop the harm: accountability and acknowledgment.… Continue reading Apologies & Forgiveness in EDI Work
How Small Adjustments Lead to Big Results
You know what you don’t want. You don’t want a repeat of certain things that happened last year. No more sending job applications into the abyss with no acknowledgment whatsoever. No more finding yourself sitting at your desk asking yourself: What just happened? Either being told off, shamed, ignored or made to… Continue reading How Small Adjustments Lead to Big Results
How to Build Connection with Your Team
How does it feel to be back at work? For some of us, it’s been a few months since we’ve gone back to work in physical locations. For others, we’re starting new roles. For many the felt experience at work is mixed. What we value and consider important as leaders,… Continue reading How to Build Connection with Your Team