Successful companies don’t leave all HR activities entirely for the HR function. Every manager must also take responsibility for the core HR matters of his or her team. One such crucial HR activity is employee development, which should not be pushed into the HR domain only.
Use these practical tips to make your virtual training sessions more impactful The COVID-19 pandemic forced us to rethink our real-life interactions that included delivering work-related training programs. While the pandemic is receding, virtual training is not. It’s here to stay. In response to a global survey conducted by Simplilearn Solutions, 86% of the respondents …
Regular feedback and DiSC® Assessments keep teams on the fast track to achievement Nature provides feedback immediately. Imagine if there were a lag between grabbing a hot object and feeling its heat. We’d be toasted by the time the pain signal arrived. Giving regular feedback is nature’s way of keeping things on track. But we …
Add the prefix ‘Productive’ to ‘Workplace Conflict’ through the Everything DiSC® Productive Conflict Assessment The word ‘conflict’ has a web of negative connotations around it. The traditional attitude toward conflict has programmed us to avoid it at all costs. But the latest research tells us an entirely different story. Conflict is just like the sunlight …
We’re all born curious. If curiosity weren’t an essential element, nature wouldn’t have bothered. Unfortunately, our society’s design gives us negative reinforcement until our desire to ask questions is finally put to rest. The good news is that inquisitiveness can be reignited. As a leader, you can greatly favor your organization by fostering a curiosity-friendly …
DiSC® Assessments are a surefire way to enhance your training outcomes by providing the inside scoop on your learners’ personalities – in advance! Imagine you walked into a room full of participants to conduct a training workshop and a Sci-Fi lens showed you people’s personality characteristics even before you said Hello to them. Feels like …
Five Dysfunctions of a Team In today’s digitally driven world, the flexibility to work from virtually anywhere at any time greatly enhances employee freedom. This evolution in the workplace brings with it significant flexibility on the employee side but presents unique challenges for employers as they strive to ensure a unified and positive experience for …
DiSC® Styles: Understanding D Style in DiSC® Profiles The DiSC® assessment is a widely used tool that helps individuals understand their behavior in the workplace. This model categorizes traits into four main styles: Dominance (D), Influence (I), Steadiness (S), and Conscientiousness (C). This article focuses on the D Style, often called the “Dominant” style. We …
Keeping employees engaged is key to retention. Employees who work in an atmosphere where their needs are met are empowered to do their best work. One effective way to create a motivating environment conducive to productivity is by paying attention to your employees’ styles. “The manager needs to look at the employee… as a person …
Your DiSC® leadership style refers to your approach when guiding and motivating people to achieve goals. Getting acquainted with your DiSC® leadership style is important as it helps you understand how you influence the people you lead. The Commanding Style (DiSC® Style D) Do you like to be in charge? Being in charge and focusing …
