Toxic Leadership Habitats
Telling it Like it Is Vol 33: Toxic Leadership Habitats
Organizational success is dependent on teams that work well together. When the problems start at the top it can be felt all the way through the workspaces and places. If leadership teams struggle, they cannot create a clear vision, strategy execution becomes difficult, engagement declines and dysfunction takes hold.
To make this more fun let's look at how human leadership behavior can mimic that of the animal kingdom. How do you run your team? Do you have a Chicken Coop, a Chimpanzee Exhibit or a Sloth Sanctuary? If so, I'll share some suggestions. I would love to hear your take as well.
Burnout Pt. 1
Telling it Like it Is Vol 32: Burnout Pt. 1
Burnout - it is more than a feeling - it's a reality for millions of people who wake up every day feeling exhausted, overwhelmed and disconnected from work they once loved, and sometimes life itself. It creeps up slowly and takes root in daily routines until it just feels like a part of who we are.
PSA: You do not have to live in this state. If you can recognize and understand the stages of burnout you can take control of it before it takes control of you.
There are multiple theories and stages if you look at what the researchers have to say. I have compiled the basics and explained them in a straightforward way below. I hope they make a difference to you:
Burnout Pt. 2
Telling it Like it Is Vol 32: Burnout Pt. 2
This is a continuation of Burnout (Pt. 1) In this post, we'll talk about the remaining stages of burnout, how you can recognize the signs, and start to act.
You Might be a Toxic Leader If…
Telling it Like it Is Vol 31: You Might be a Toxic Leader If...
"A toxic leader is like a virus; they infect the workplace with negativity, erode trust, and stunt productivity. The worst part? The symptoms often go unnoticed until the damage is done." - Loren Sanders
Let's take a look at some signs and symptoms in today's newsletter.
Trust
Telling it Like it Is Vol 30: Trust
The journey of building trust on your team is more than a check box to tick and move on. It is an effort that requires daily attention. It is the glue that holds teams, organizations and relationships together.
Trust is built on small consistent actions, reinforcing integrity, transparency and reliability.
As a leader, when you SHOW UP CONSISTENTLY, delivering on your promises and communicating openly, you create a culture where trust is built.
TRUST IS FRAGILE. One mistake, one broken promise, one failure of your own accountability and you begin to watch it unravel.
Taking a Beat
Telling it Like it Is Vol 29: Taking a Beat
Did you know great leadership is like a really good song. Here is what I think they have in common, I would love to know your thoughts.
Grow with the Flow
Telling it Like it Is Vol 28: Grow With The Flow
Once upon a time, I was an avid triathlete.
Unlike most of my triathlon friends, my favorite discipline was the swim.
There is nothing better than the feeling of being one with the water.
When this happens, you and the water are in perfect sync. You feel utterly weightless as if you are gliding through another realm. Every stroke feels like a transcendent moment, preparing you for what is next. Your body and the water merge together in an almost dance of pure fluidity. To me this was perfect harmony where I could tune out all of the people around me even the ones who might "accidentally,, kick or whack me with an arm. I became one with the water's great expanse. I love this feeling.
When talking with friends who hate the swim or coaching others through it, I would often explain that being one with the water propels you forward, almost effortlessly.
This is not the experience most people feel during a triathlon swim. The reality is there are hundreds of people swimming with you, maybe even swimming over you. Some kick you, some pull your legs and swim over top of you and some elbow you in the face. It's kind of like being in a toxic workspace.
Integrating & Leveraging Empathetic Design Solutions
Telling it Like it Is Vol 27: Integrating & Leveraging Empathetic Design Solutions
Emotional adventures, the complex and often turbulent journeys we undergo in various situations, can enhance the design thinking process. Here's how they can be integrated and leveraged for more effective and empathetic design solutions:
Embracing Feedback: The Ultimate Leadership Ability
Telling it Like it Is Vol 26: Embracing Feedback: The Ultimate Leadership Ability
Effective leadership, both personal and professional, hinges on the ability to accept and utilize feedback constructively. Leaders who master this skill not only facilitate their own growth but inspire and elevate those around them. Here's how choosing to accept feedback can illuminate your path to becoming a more effective leader:
Tips for Leaders to Boost Ability, Empathy, and Effectiveness
Telling it Like it Is Vol 25: Tips for Leaders to Boost Ability, Empathy, and Effectiveness
Effective leadership is the heartbeat of a successful organization. But often times leaders lack heart. When a leader lacks ability, empathy, and effectiveness, it's the employees who suffer the most. Emotional adventures in the workplace often stem from unclear direction, insufficient support, and a lack of understanding from those at the top. But as a leader you have the power to transform teams and create a thriving work environment . Here are some tips to elevate your leadership.
Have You Ever Said Something You Regretted?
Telling it Like it Is Vol 24: Have You Ever Said Something You Regretted?
Everyone has been there. Sometimes we have moments when words just slip out before we can stop them, or our filter seems to be broken. Have you ever wondered why this happens?
"EQUIP" Yourself to Navigate Challenges with Emotional Intelligence.
Telling it Like it Is Vol 23: "EQUIP" Yourself to Navigate Challenges with Emotional Intelligence.
Navigating emotional challenges requires more than technical skills; it requires a high degree of emotional intelligence. The "Roxlo Coaching EQUIP" model" provides a strategic approach to understanding and managing your emotions during critical moments, like a tough performance reviews or intense team conflicts or even arguments with a friend. This model will help you transform potentially negative experiences into opportunities for personal growth and career advancement. Try it out and let us know how it works for you.
Don’t be a Jerk at Work
Telling it Like it Is Vol 22: Don't be a Jerk at Work
We all want to do our best at work, but sometimes things get in the way. Whether it's juggling too much, feeling unsure, or avoiding tough conversations, everyone has their struggles. Being a decent human at work is about respect, kindness, and a little bit of empathy. Let's make work a place where everyone feels valued and respected. Not sure where to start? Here's a little bit about what good looks like and doesn't.
Attitude Changes Things: ACT on it
Telling it Like it Is Vol 21: Attitude Changes Things: ACT on it
In life, attitude is everything. It's an invisible but powerful tool that can make or break your success, happiness, and relationships with people. Even the most talented humans can sabotage their own potential with a bad attitude. But guess what! You have the power to choose your attitude and change your life. Here's why it matters and how you can harness a positive mindset for better success.
Balancing Ego and Progress- when things are going well.
Telling it Like it Is Vol 20: Balancing Ego and Progress- when things are going well.
Ego is a nasty little trickster- it rejects compromise and stays laser focused on everything that scares you, making you want what you don't have and wanting more of what you do. Like Sheryl Crow said; 'It's not having what you want, it's wanting what you've got.'
The ego is a great resister - When you get power and influence you might also get paranoia, control freak mentality and delusions of grandeur. Growth comes from recognizing these traps and seeking balance. Here is how you do that:
7 Practices to Enhance Your Emotional Strength
Telling it Like it Is Vol 19: 7 Practices to Enhance Your Emotional Strength
Emotional strength plays a vital role in our personal growth, empowering us to handle emotions, tackle obstacles, and unleash our full capabilities. People with strong emotional resilience navigate life with fortitude and determination. It isn't easy but it's worth the work. To get you started, here are seven tips you can use today to be better tomorrow.
Impostor Syndrome - The Silent Struggle
Telling it Like it Is Vol 18: Impostor Syndrome - The Silent Struggle
In boardrooms, classrooms, and homes across the nation, a silent struggle is taking hold. Many women, regardless of their achievements and accolades, are fighting an internal battle against imposter syndrome. This pervasive feeling of self-doubt can undermine success and stall careers. But what exactly is imposter syndrome, and how can women combat it effectively?
The Power of Availability over Visibility
Telling it Like it Is Vol 17: The Power of Availability over Visibility
Visibility is about being seen. It's the leader who speaks at every meeting, whose face is on every newsletter, and who is constantly front and center in all company initiatives. This leader is a public figure, always in the spotlight, ensuring that everyone is aware of their presence and their contributions. Visibility can inspire and motivate, serving as a constant reminder of the leader's dedication and active involvement.
Empowering Women in the Workplace: Breaking the Confidence Paradox
Telling it Like it Is Vol 16: Empowering Women in the Workplace: Breaking the Confidence Paradox
"Confidence is key"- it's a common mantra in professional development. But let's challenge this for a moment: For many women, this pursuit of confidence is more of a constraint than an enabler. Promoted as the ticket to success, this ideal often backfires, serving more as a barrier than a steppingstone.
The Power of Connection: Bridging Individuality and Community
Telling it Like it Is Vol 15: The Power of Connection: Bridging Individuality and Community
Stop Doom Scrolling and put the phone down - or use it for a better purpose.
The art of genuine connection has become lost in personal and professional life.
Building connections is not rocket science, but it does take effort. It requires showing genuine interest in someone else. Connecting well improves individuals and business results.
Connection by definition is the process of linking one thing with another; in human terms, it is about knowing someone and being known by them in return. It does not take extraordinary empathy to do this. It only takes showing interest.