Leadership Archives | Graeme Cowan

Retention Crisis: 46% of Managers Want Out – What’s your plan?

Are you feeling a little overwhelmed? You are not alone. After years of navigating hybrid work, layoffs, and increasing pressures, many managers are at their breaking point. The stress is relentless. This creates a vicious cycle. As managers struggle, fewer employees aspire to leadership, increasing the burden on those who remain. UKG research shows that […]

Strengthening the Core: 3 Essential Strategies for Resilient Teams

In today’s uncertain and volatile world, building resilient teams is more crucial than ever. Building a resilient team isn’t just about business goals; it’s about creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. Here are 3 essential tips to help you build resilient and mentally healthy teams. #1: Lead by Example As leaders, our […]

Mental Health Starts at the Top: 7 Tips for Leaders

In our fast-paced work environments, a leader’s commitment to mental health sets the tone for the entire team’s well-being and success. By prioritizing mental wellness, leaders not only foster a supportive and productive workplace culture but also contribute to the organization’s resilience and sustainability. This approach encourages trust, reduces burnout, and enhances engagement, making mental […]

How to do hybrid right – building team care and resilience

Do you think your team members would like to work in the office, work from home, or work hybrid? There are no easy solutions. Over 70 percent of workers want flexible remote work options to continue, while over 65 percent are craving more in-person time with their teams. Some workers are quitting rather than giving […]

The secret to an agile, fast learning, and resilient team

Every organisation I speak to is trying to do more with less, faster than they did before. This requires the capacity to try many things, fail a lot, learn quickly, and adopt the successful ideas fast. So what is the secret to an agile, fast learning and resilient tribe? Amy Edmondson, a Harvard Business School […]

1 Powerful Question to Uncover Your Career Purpose

“What do I do with rest of my life?” “How can I put my strengths and interests to best use to feel as though I’m living a purposeful life?” “How can I have a positive impact?” “Should I change my work? How can I be more content with my lot?” I recently surveyed 457 people […]