Happiness IN Work
A friend recently complained that she was no longer enjoying her work and exploring other options. I asked her why, and she replied that she no longer enjoying what she did for a living. She could not find a reason to get herself to the office. I asked her what she would do differently if […]
A Great Induction Program is Like Cooking!
If you have a chance to observe and talk with a chef, they will share with you that there is always a time for everything when they are cooking. You add in a particular ingredient not earlier or later, but at the right time, coupled with precise control of the fire (i.e. the energy in […]
Why Induction Program Tend To Fall Flat?
Imagine the exciting energy inside the room, the laughter as we walk towards the training room, the camaraderie that is present well even before the program starts. These are the few ingredients that come together to create the first impression of the organization. And then, the various presenters came in, play a few icebreakers, and […]
Can An Introverted Leader Influence?
The myth that an introverted leader lacks the ability to be an effective leader and influence others is outdated. In reality, research and countless real-world examples have shown that introverted leaders can thrive in leadership roles, often surpassing their extroverted counterparts in various ways. Introverted leaders excel by leveraging their quiet strength and thoughtful approach, […]
The Truth About The Power Of Influence
All of us understand the importance of having influence and being able to deploy this power positively in our personal and professional space. We would have realized by now how useful it is to have influence – for yourself and the people around you. However, you might have come across some myths about influence. Such […]
Make It Work – A Great Workplace can be a reality, not a corporate fantasy.
This article appeared on The Straits Times, Singapore (6th March 2015) These days, organizations are actively looking for ways to create a better workplace for their employees. Scientific research over the years, including research on happiness at work and life, has shown that a great workplace culture impacts an organization’s bottom line positively. That means […]
Career Development: Take Charge of Your Career
Let’s be real—who doesn’t want a fulfilling career? We all dream of promotions, pay raises, and doing work that excites us. But here’s the thing: career success doesn’t happen by luck. It’s something you build, step by step, with a plan. Career development is more than just climbing the corporate ladder. It’s a lifelong process […]
The 3Ps of an Influential Leader
Leadership is Influence is a common phrase I frequently hear when we discuss Leadership and Influence. The question is not whether Leadership is Influence, but what exactly is Influence for a leader? Can leaders use them? Does a leader naturally have them? What does it take for a leader to lead with Influence? Can Influence […]
Dilemma is Good for Decision-Making?
Does the following situation sound familiar to you? You want to speak up in an important meeting, you know it’s important, and you will make a point, but someone interrupts with their view, and you hold back everything that you are about to say, even though it makes perfect sense to the situation. On a […]
How did the Ice & Bucket Gets On Our Head?
The craze over pouring a bucket full of ice over yourself, signalling your support and donation to the ALS cause, is worthy, But at the same time, it might just compromise the other group of needy people where water is scarce. When I was stationed in Timor-Leste under the UN (formerly known as East Timor, […]