Self-Awareness
The Building Blocks of Brave Spaces Part III: Below the Surface
As we launch into part three of our series, it is likely clear that there is no easy way to be comfortable with feeling uncomfortable. There will not be one methodology that successfully engages all staff members because there is no one-size-fits-all approach. And, by being agile and flexing through the process of creating a…
Read MoreRethink Your Approach to Talent Gaps
While the Great Resignation is unleashing a plethora of talent in the market today, organizations are still suffering from skills shortages. McKinsey Research reported that 87% of companies say they have capability gaps right now or expect them within a few years. And as the pace of automation has soared, more than half of all…
Read MoreBeing Authentic: 7 Common Misunderstandings
As organisations endeavour to create inclusive cultures, employers are increasingly asking how they can encourage employees to bring their whole selves to the (virtual) office. To live and work authentically helps individuals feel more satisfied in their roles and can spark a more productive atmosphere. By empowering people to be themselves, employers are likely to…
Read MoreEmergenetics® Associates: Create a New Narrative Around Conflict
In any workplace, disagreement is inevitable, and that’s a good thing! While conflict may not always have a positive reputation, it is truly beneficial and essential for business. After all, when people share opposing points of view, it can reveal new ways of thinking, unlock possibilities and lead to better outcomes. Conflict only becomes an…
Read MoreInspire Persistence in Your Students
Let’s take a moment to do an activity. Please read each step carefully and complete that action before moving onto the next one. Collect the following materials: a blank sheet of paper, a timer (on your watch, cell phone or computer) and a writing utensil. Take a moment to trace the outline of your hand.…
Read MoreIs it Time to Hit the Reset Button?
Keeping staff aligned is essential to performance and engagement. As employees have navigated returning to the office, going remote again or adapting to a hybrid work model, there have been many opportunities for disconnection. Luckily, Emergenetics® Associates have the resources to help coworkers build a common understanding to boost success. 6 Signs a Team May…
Read MoreWhat Could Your Virtual Background Say About Your Emergenetics® Attributes?
Whether you’re in business meetings every day or just popping on for a family chat on the weekends, virtual gatherings have become a part of life. The video calls certainly help make the distance between our colleagues, friends or family members feel a little shorter, and they can also offer insights into your personality. By…
Read MoreHow To: Set Workplace Boundaries to Minimize Burnout
Did you know that the average workday has increased by 48.5 minutes in the COVID-19 pandemic? Even if you were not aware of the exact figure, you may have felt it day to day. While there are certainly reasons to put in longer hours when needed, habitually adding time can increase your likelihood for burnout,…
Read MoreCreating Inclusive School Cultures Part II: Leaving Your Comfort Zone
Welcome back to our inclusion series! I hope you had an opportunity to engage in our critical self-reflection activity. If you haven’t, I encourage you to do so before reading on, as those initial insights are essential to our next steps. Through the previous exercise, you made connections to your Emergenetics® Thinking and Behavioral preferences…
Read MoreFind Your Why to Reignite Your Passion for Teaching
Calling all educators – are you ready to get back into the swing of school? I hope you had some time to rest and recharge and are now getting excited for the start of the school year. Even for the most passionate teachers, switching gears from the mindset of summer to the mentality of leading…
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