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  • Mastering the Six Leadership Styles: A Toolkit for ICT Project Managers

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    As ICT project managers, we juggle complex tasks, tight deadlines, and diverse teams. Adaptability is key, and that includes our leadership style. Drawing on Daniel Goleman’s research in “Primal Leadership,” let’s explore six distinct leadership styles and how to wield them effectively: 1. Visionary Leadership: Inspiring a Shared Vision 2. Coaching Leadership: Empowering and Developing…

  • Connecting the Dots: The Why-Therefore Test in Infrastructure Problem Solving

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    AIMS

    Infrastructure projects are rarely straightforward. When issues arise, it’s crucial to understand not just the what but also the why. The Why-Therefore Test, a close relative of the “5 Whys” technique, helps you trace the chain of causality, ensuring you address the root cause and not just the symptoms. The Essence of Why-Therefore: The Why-Therefore Test involves repeatedly…

  • Leadership Vulnerability: Fostering Trust, Inclusion, and Wellbeing in the Workplace

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    In today’s workplace, vulnerability has become a crucial attribute for effective leadership. During the recent panel discussion on “Leadership Vulnerability: How Openness Can Foster Trust, Inclusion, and Wellbeing,” we explored how vulnerability in leadership can not only build trust but also drive team performance, inclusion, and employee wellbeing. As a moderator, it was a privilege…

  • 🚀 The Future of Work is Here: Are You Ready? 🌍

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    AIMS

    The workplace is shifting. Employee needs and expectations continue to evolve, but small changes in handling flexibility, skill building, and empathy are all you need to create a thriving culture. Our upcoming Hacking HR panel, “Making Remote Work… Work: Designing Strategies and Tactics for Belonging and Inclusion in Hybrid and Remote Workplaces,” is your gateway…

  • Mental Health at Work

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    Does Mental Health Really Matter at Work? Exploring the Connection at Hacking HR On a recent Hacking HR panel, I had the pleasure of moderating a timely and critical discussion titled, Does Mental Health Really Matter at Work?. Mental health in the workplace is more than just about ensuring people feel happy—it’s about creating an environment…

  • Heart of Work – Belonging

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    Join us for the valuable conversation going to the heart of work – belonging. This is part of the Hacking HR May Series on May 13 at 7.00 am Pacific Time. ( ie midnight Australia time 🥱) We’re thrilled to present “The Belonging Blueprint: Creating an Amazing and Inclusive Human Experience at Work with Belonging”.…

  • Psychological Safety at Work

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    AIMS

    Last night, I had the pleasure of moderating a Hacking HR panel discussion on psychological safety in teams. Our discussion on connecting psychological safety and team management provided many illuminating perspectives. Psychological safety enables innovation, reduces turnover, and gets people working at their highest potential. However, it starts at the individual level – leaders must…

  • Building a Culture of Growth and Learning: Insights from the Hacking HR Panel

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    AIMS

    In today’s fast-paced work environments, building a culture of growth and learning is crucial for both individual and organizational success. On a recent Hacking HR panel, which I moderated from Bangkok, Thailand, we discussed this important topic with an incredible group of HR and organizational development experts. The conversation provided practical insights and strategies for creating environments…

  • How to Build a Culture of Growth and Learning

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    AIMS

    Yesterday, I facilitated an inspiring discussion with Angela Champ, Tami Chapek , Joy Roscoe , Sarika Lamont and Elizabeth Okonji (Chartered FCIPD) on how to build a culture of growth and learning. The audience of 350+ had many questions – too many to be answered in our short 1-hour session. Our discussion focused on building…

  • Digging Deeper: Uncovering Root Causes with the “5 Whys” Method

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    In the world of infrastructure, problems can be like onions – they have layers. When an issue arises, it’s tempting to address the most obvious symptom and move on. But often, the real culprit lies hidden beneath the surface. That’s where the “5 Whys” method comes in, a simple yet powerful technique for peeling back…