Hold On To Your Talent
Creating a Culture of Healthy Debate
Creating a Culture of Healthy Debate When teams face opposing ideas, debates can quickly turn from constructive to contentious. A tool called a Polarity Map can help manage these situations by providing a visual framework that encourages objective discussion and reduces emotional responses. Let’s consider a scenario where your team is developing a leadership program. One group believes the program
To Lead Effectively…Strive for Consistency and Predictability
To Lead Effectively…Strive for Consistency and Predictability You’ve likely heard that success in today’s business world requires being unpredictable—challenging the status quo, thinking outside the box, and pushing boundaries. While that may work when developing a product or staying ahead of competitors, unpredictability is not a leadership strength. In fact, it can be unsettling for your team. What your team
Navigating the Chaos
Navigating the Chaos At work, discipline is often defined by an individual’s strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment. These individuals are organized and maintain a consistent, focused work routine. They excel at prioritizing tasks and consistently deliver high-quality results. But what happens when the work environment becomes chaotic? How does someone who thrives in a structured setting, with clear processes
Taking on a New Team
Taking on a New Team Transitioning into a leadership role, especially when inheriting an existing team, is a complex challenge that requires careful planning and execution. The question often arises: “Where do I start?” Michael Watkins, in his book The First 90 Days, outlines a four-step process to help leaders navigate this transition effectively: 1. Assessment – What Is Begin
Move Them to Action by Asking Two Questions
Move Them to Action by Asking Two Questions When you assign or delegate a task, it’s crucial to ensure the recipient intends to act on it. Headshakes and nods often mask true intentions. To truly gauge readiness, you need to ask effective questions. Typical Questions Fall Short Questions like “Does everyone know what is expected?” often yield superficial nods without
Are You Growing Your Leaders?
Are You Growing Your Leaders? Passionately advocating for leadership development comes from personal experiences and observations. Many leaders struggle to transition from individual contributor to leader, often because they lack proper preparation, knowledge, skills, tools, coaching, and support. Deloitte’s 2015 Human Capital Trends Report surveyed 3,300 business and HR leaders from 106 countries, revealing that building leadership capabilities was the
Leading Change Effectively: Focus on the Bright Spots
Leading Change Effectively: Focus on the Bright Spots Change often feels necessary when things (people, processes, tools) aren’t working as envisioned. After consulting stakeholders, we declare, “It’s time for a change.” But people often react with fear and resistance. Why? Change is scary and exhausting because it disrupts predictability and requires mental energy. In “Switch: How to Change Things When
Finding the Perfect System Operator is Challenging – PSP Metrics Can Help!
Finding the Perfect System Operator is Challenging – PSP Metrics Can Help! Achieving operational excellence starts with the right talent. PSP Metrics is your go-to partner, offering pre-employment assessments specifically designed to identify the System Operators who will drive your success. Here’s what sets us apart: Problem-Solving Insights: We measure critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving abilities, essential for System
Know Who You Are Hiring with PSP Metrics Pre-Employment Assessments!
Know Who You Are Hiring with PSP Metrics Pre-Employment Assessments! Are you tired of hiring people who don’t work out? Join the ranks of successful companies that have enhanced their talent acquisition and retention with PSP Metrics. Our scientifically backed assessments provide deep insights to help you make informed hiring decisions. Here’s why top companies choose us: Comprehensive Evaluation: Our