company culture
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When Collaboration Becomes Poor Decision-Making
We all want to work in a collaborative culture. The idea itself sounds unquestionably good, doesn’t it? We picture teams where everyone feels heard. We imagine a seamless flow of ideas from diverse perspectives. We want alignment, buy-in, and the… Continue reading
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When “Culture Fit” is used as a convenient excuse, it’s bad for your team and your business
“Culture fit.” It’s a consideration in the hiring (and sometimes firing) process. It sounds thoughtful, smart, responsible, as it conjures images of a harmonious workplace where everyone gets along, values align perfectly, and friction is non-existent. In reality, “culture fit”… Continue reading
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What Company Culture Is, And What It Isn’t
Walk into almost any modern office, or take a quick scroll through a company’s “Life at…” LinkedIn page, and you will probably see a very specific aesthetic. You will see team outings with smiling faces. You might see expensive catered… Continue reading
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The Message Your Decision Sends
Leadership decisions are rarely just about the decision itself. They are about the message that decision sends. Consider a few common scenarios. An employee asks to upgrade an already generous snack bar. Another suggests increasing the catered lunch budget. A… Continue reading
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Handling Complaints Without Fueling Drama
I’m sure you’ve been there. An employee shows up at your door, or, perhaps more likely, in your Slack message, with a familiar story. They start venting about another person or department, a surefire way to make things worse for… Continue reading
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