(1 minute read) Technology giant Google conducted a two-year study to discover what sets their most effective teams apart from the pack. Their initial assumption was that high-performing teams were founded on the right blend of hard (technical) skills. Wrong! After interviewing 180 teams it became crystal clear that...
(1 minute read) No, we’ve not gone all touchy-feely here! The advent of a more empathic style of leadership has had its fair share of supporters. However, Neuroscience has recently uncovered that too much empathy can cause stress and burnout for the empathiser, whereas compassion produces feelings of concern,...
(1 minute read) As we focus on the theme of ‘People Management’ for the month of April, it’s imperative that we address the importance of Psychological Safety in the workplace, and how we can minimise the emergence or impact of Psychosocial Hazards. Psychological Safety is an individual’s belief that...
(2 minute read) When Marian Wright Edelman famously quoted, “You can’t be what you can’t see”, she was referring to the lack of female representation in positions of power or influence. While Edelman’s concern is as relevant today as when she first made this statement in 2011, there are ...
(2 minute read) This month at TMSG, we’ve focused on the importance of People Management within a team or organisation, and shared resources and articles on this very theme. The challenge within this focus, is the potential for a paradox. That is, should people be managed, or do they...
(1 minute read) A poorly managed team can directly impact your business. In contrast, a well-managed team can improve company culture and morale, optimize production levels, enhance efficiency, while providing the company with a competitive advantage. Managers and leaders need regular reminders of the value of the ‘human capital’...
(1 minute read) A key role of leadership and people management is the development of individuals in the team or organisation. Encouraging and supporting team members through their career journey is admirable yet requires some knowledge and skills from the leader or manager. GROW The G.R.O.W. Model is an...