Maslow talks about notions of self-actualisation and peak experiences that seem in direct opposition to what people experience in their day jobs. Research shows a way to resolve this conflict is to turn your job into a cause. What does this mean for organisations looking to either become that cause or help their teams create the cause themselves?
There appears to be a gap between what science knows and what business does. Intrinsic motivation produces higher long-term profits, but organisations continue to implement soul-destroying carrot and stick practices. And yet will it take a carrot or stick to motivate business leaders to change?
Some pics of my recent holiday, and thoughts on life directions, signs, and real beauty.
New Year’s resolutions can often be based on advice from others. To what extent do we trust advice based on where another has been versus where they are now? And what does this mean for advice we give to others?
Who wouldn’t want to work for, or lead, a firm of endearment? As attractive as the name sounds, the book of the same title exposes both frustration and shame that more organisations have not taken up the mantra.
“Man’s search for meaning is the primary motivation in his life.” ~ Victor Frankl
The philosophy of Levinas seeks to expose the meaning behind change. Like seeing medical results that reflect poor life decisions, I question whether we are prepared for what we will see if we ask the question.
Could a guru change model have predicted my company’s growth? Probably not, but it might after I publish mine.
Change failure rates appear to be unchanging. Perhaps we should not be looking at how we change, but focus on what we are changing towards in the first place.
This year’s leadership words are humility and vulnerability. I leave the conference with questions as to how these concepts fit in our demanding commercial world, or if the expressions are only suited for intentionally addressing a broken world. I have the next twelve months before the next session to find answers.
Habit Seven proposes that the four areas of physical, mental, spiritual and social renewal should be planned and integrated. Far from having all the answers, I explore what may be the most difficult habit from a personal perspective.
