The power of feelings at work
By aligning the pursuit of business objectives with the meeting of human needs, companies can tap into powerful emotional forces in their current cultural situations.
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Why authentic informal leaders are key to an organization’s emotional health
May 27, 2020 by Jon Katzenbach, Augusto Giacoman, and Paolo Morley-FletcherTapping into the collective wisdom of key employees can help a company build the capacity to weather the worst crises.Spark and sustain growth by focusing on company culture
April 21, 2020 by Augusto Giacoman and Dave EberhardtBusinesses that identify organizational strengths will be better positioned to weather the disruptions of COVID-19.Using culture to offer more customer-centric healthcare
October 28, 2019 by Jaime Estupiñán, Alice Zhou, and Jessica GeigerWhat it means for healthcare companies to serve patients effectively is changing. Here’s how understanding and transforming your culture can help you get there.More than a feeling: How do you measure culture?
August 12, 2019 by Gretchen Anderson and Caroline SmitSimple metrics that demonstrate momentum are key to turning good intentions into replicable business results.You can’t benchmark culture
February 25, 2019 by Jon Katzenbach and Alice ZhouYour company’s ideal behavioral strengths are unique, and shouldn’t be borrowed or copied — not even from a high-performance enterprise.Related tags: change management, critical few, culture, leadership, organization culture, performance development, strategyHow to Cultivate a Data-Inclusive Culture
February 4, 2019 by Barry Vorster and Alexander PearlmanData is often the lifeblood of modern organizations, but a company’s culture must take both its risks and rewards to heart.Related tags: artificial intelligence, big data, business integrity, critical few, culture, data, digital leadership, risk, technologyClosing the Culture Gap
December 6, 2018 by DeAnne Aguirre, Varya Davidson, and Carolin OelschlegelLinking rhetoric and reality in business transformation.Managing Change in the Face of Skepticism
November 13, 2018 by Augusto Giacoman and Maureen TranthamIn companies with analytical cultures, employees are prone to rejecting change initiatives as “too squishy.” Tweaking the action plan can lead to success.Related tags: change management, communication, critical few, culture, engineering, leadership, organization culture, the Katzenbach CenterThe Case for Competition
August 20, 2018 by Charles Donkor, Gretchen Anderson, and Varun BhatnagarWhen team members face off, it’s the whole organization that wins.Related tags: collaboration, competition, critical few, culture, employee engagement, leadership, teaming, the Katzenbach CenterMake your company’s culture go viral
July 17, 2018 by Kristy HullHow to spread the critical few behaviors that drive strategy forward. See also “How Can You Make Your Company’s Culture Go Viral?”Related tags: behavioral science, communication, critical few, culture, leadership, organizational behavior, strategy, teamsVirtually alone: Real ways to connect remote teams
June 25, 2018 by Katherine Dugan and Varun BhatnagarAs workplaces increasingly embrace the telecommuting model, leaders can take several steps to bridge cultural and interpersonal gaps.Related tags: collaboration, critical few, culture, employee engagement, leaders, teams, technology, the Katzenbach CenterHow to harness employees’ emotional energy
February 7, 2018 by Alice ZhouFuel success by linking a company’s strategic goals to the reasons people are proud to work there. See also “How Emotional Energy Drives Employees to Excel.”Related tags: change management, critical few, culture, employee engagement, human resources, management strategies, motivationThe strength of vulnerable leaders
November 29, 2017 by Augusto GiacomanManagers who are not afraid to show their weaknesses can build trust and engagement.Related tags: communication, critical few, decision making, employee engagement, human resources, leadership, management, the critical fewHow to Become a Powerful Follower...and a Good Leader
October 17, 2017 by Augusto GiacomanPracticing mindful followership lets people build up crucial skills that help them run organizations effectively.Related tags: coaching, critical few, culture, defense, leaders, leadership, leadership books, management, military technology, mindfulness, the Katzenbach CenterWhat the Ironman Taught Me about Communicating Goals
September 25, 2017 by Katherine DuganSimply measuring how close an organization is to reaching an objective isn’t enough to signal that it’s a priority.Related tags: communication, critical few, culture, leadership, management ideas, motivation, strategy, the Katzenbach CenterImproving company culture is not about providing free snacks
July 31, 2017 by Alice ZhouWhy organizational culture is not the same thing as employee engagement.Related tags: critical few, culture, human capital, leadership, organization culture, the Katzenbach CenterGetting to the Critical Few Behaviors That Can Drive Cultural Change
May 22, 2017 by Kristy HullEncouraging a small number of actions can help an organization achieve its strategic and operational objectives.Related tags: critical few, culture, leadership, manufacturing, organizational behavior, the Katzenbach CenterHow to unlock the full potential of diverse teams
April 3, 2017 by Reid Carpenter and Marvin MendozaOrganizing around a common purpose and sharing leadership encourages people to bring their authentic selves to work.Related tags: critical few, diversity, human resources, leadership, the critical few, the Katzenbach CenterThe Serious Fun of Shared Experiences at Work
November 7, 2016 by Augusto GiacomanBy planning activities that encourage bonding and meaning, companies can help employees feel like they are a part of a team.Related tags: coaching, critical few, culture, diversity, global teams, leadership, management, the critical few, the Katzenbach CenterHow to find and engage authentic informal leaders
July 6, 2016 by Reid CarpenterThe most important influencers of corporate behavior may not have a lofty title or an elevated slot in the organizational chart.Related tags: critical few, culture, leadership, organizational behavior, the critical few, the Katzenbach CenterPutting Credibility First
May 24, 2016 by Augusto GiacomanBefore embarking on transformations, executives must establish trust with employees. Following this three-step process will help.Related tags: change management, critical few, culture, integrity, leadership, management, the critical few, the Katzenbach Center, trustGreat teams build great cultures
May 17, 2016 by Jon KatzenbachPeople committed to common purposes and goals can change key elements of a company’s culture when they set strong ground rules that allow people to feel confident.Related tags: critical few, culture, human resources, innovation, teams, the critical few, the Katzenbach Center10 principles of organizational culture
February 15, 2016 by Jon Katzenbach, Carolin Oelschlegel, and James ThomasCompanies can tap their natural advantage when they focus on changing a few important behaviors, enlist informal leaders, and harness the power of employees’ emotions. See also “What Is Corporate Culture?”Related tags: 10 principles, critical few, culture, human resources, the critical few, the Katzenbach CenterTeaming with young guns
January 13, 2016 by Katherine DuganTo attract and retain the young employees who are coming to dominate the workforce, companies should turn to a fresh take on a mature concept: teaming.
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