Why do we do good things?
We often talk about purpose and contribution, yet a deeper question remains: do we help others because it is selfless, or because it makes us feel good? Reflecting on my own path through psychology, business, and coaching, I explore egoism as a natural part of human motivation – and why it’s not the problem if fulfillment is a byproduct of real contribution.
I’ve spent years working with teams and leaders to build authentic and high-performing cultures. Over time, I’ve come to realize that certain leadership behaviors drive me crazy. 🫠1️⃣ 𝐏𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 🫠If your team doesn’t know where they’re headed or why decisions are being made, it’s hard for them to fully engage. Transparency and clear …
I started my career in HR 16 years ago with a too-complex generalist role in a fast-growing and turbulent startup. 🚀 It was too complex because my primary job included everything from recruitment and onboarding to business partnering and talent development. One hour, I was interviewing people for marketing, operations, or store managers; the next …
And how to manage it to a peaceful resolution. Within the last years, we had the opportunity to encounter two phenomena: the “great resignation” and the “layoffs.” I would only dare to provide my thoughts and analysis of the situation based on my observations as a People & Culture professional: we are experiencing an existential …
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Today I attended an insightful webinar session with Megumi Miki on Quietly Powerful Leadership, organized by Facet5 Ltd. Here are a few insights that have resonated with me so strongly 🌿 Historically we are biased towards assertive, aggressive, and loud leadership. It comes from the earlier ages when military leadership was there to protect us and …
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The highest priority I am usually hearing from managers in terms of developing their teams is building a high performing culture, creating teams and dynamics with a strong focus on results, and a good track record in deliveries. But could we really build long term success without creating an environment that makes people comfortable and, …
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Here is a list of 5 most common habits that make us look unprofessional.
