COLIN ON CULTURE
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Dressing for the job
If you lack motivation for your work, then maybe you’re wearing the wrong clothes
The 12 skills every employee should have
There are 12 basic skills that everyone should have in order to flourish in their work
How to address email ghosting
Email Ghosting is a demonstration of poor communication, organisation or behaviour
What if we taught team-building at school?
Great teams have a number of things in common, here are four essential attributes
Purpose is about integrity
When organisations publish a purpose, they are making a promise they need to stick to
The power of 'we'
Team goals generate more commitment than individual goals
Six ways to start your day productively
How to have a better, more productive day
A sweet treat
Gifts are often appreciated, yet an unexpected compliment are always welcomed
Grey hair, golden outputs
Forward-thinking companies implement age-friendly programmes, recognising the value older employees can add
The Farmers Market
Culture isn’t something that’s written in stone, it's driven by social consensus and can be changed at any time.
On-demand and in-demand
When we are constantly on-demand we lose the time to focus on work that matters
The Dark Triad Toxic Leaders
Exposing the harm of narcissistic, psychopathic, and Machiavellian traits in the workplace
The Middle Management Crisis
Almost under performing culture that I work with has one thing in common, a crisis in middle management. And yet, middle managers themselves, are often not to blame for this situation, despite being an easy target.
Friendships at work are optional
Friendships can greatly benefit teamwork, but respecting each other is more important
Red Tape
Needless bureaucracy harms workplace culture and lowers employee morale
Defined vs. Undefined
Consistent high-performance begins with a clearly defined culture that empowers teams and drives success.
Beware the blame throwers
When workplace cultures turn toxic, be on the lookout for those who throw blame around.
These individuals, who deflect responsibility and point the finger at colleagues for failures, are among the most destructive forces in any organisation's culture. They systematically undermine the psychological safety, collaboration and creativity that high-performing teams need to thrive.
How to listen empathetically
Active listening is a powerful skill that fosters connection, trust, and respect by focusing on understanding rather than just responding.
Things Don't Always Get Better
Middle-aged men often hide their struggles behind the phrase, "Things can only get better," but the truth is, real change requires vulnerability and seeking help. Your well-being matters—don’t suffer in silence.
Beyond National Food Days
Celebrating diversity with food is just the beginning. True cultural empathy involves understanding the stories, values, and communication styles that shape your colleagues. Let’s dive deeper to build stronger, more empathetic teams.