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Making Hybrid Work More Respectful
Hybrid meetings often lead to awkward moments and deeper challenges regarding participation and inclusion, as remote workers may feel disrespected yet safer at home; executive coach Kim Scott offers strategies to foster inviting collaboration and equal participation for all team members.
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Harness the Power of Ripple Effects with Virtual Collaboration
To effectively develop and scale ideas in a digital world, leaders should shift from “my idea” to “the idea” thinking by creating collaborative virtual spaces for sharing and discussing projects, thereby distributing ownership and empowering their workforce.
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Get Big Things Done with Remote Teams
Remote teams can be as effective as in-office ones when managed well, offering unique benefits that include improved communication, trust, and agility, but require intentional strategies to overcome physical, operational, and affinity distances.
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The 4 Benefits of Remote Teams
Despite misconceptions about virtual teams’ productivity, effective management can bridge interpersonal gaps through improved communication, reduced inefficiencies, and a focus on trust-building, ultimately enabling organizations to hire top talent while minimizing biases.
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The 5 C’s of Connectional Intelligence
Erica Dhawan outlines five traits—curiosity, combination, courage, community, and combustion—that enhance connectional intelligence (CxQ) to foster innovation, illustrated by Colgate-Palmolive’s successful problem-solving approach with a new fluoride toothpaste.
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Connectional Intelligence 101
In her critique of Malcolm Gladwell’s “The Tipping Point,” Erica Dhawan argues that today’s social trends no longer rely on a few well-connected individuals, emphasizing the importance of Connectional Intelligence (CxQ) in leveraging diverse networks and relationships to drive value and innovation.
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How to Supercharge Collaboration
Collaboration consultant Erica Dhawan argues that while IQ and emotional intelligence were once prioritized, connectional intelligence (CxQ) is now essential for achieving success in the 21st century.
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Lead Effective Meetings, in Person and Online
Linda Hill offers practical strategies for improving meetings, emphasizing the importance of necessity, clear goals, team context, inquiry, and understanding diverse perspectives, especially in the context of virtual management and global teams.
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Design Remote-Capable Workflows
Cal Newport emphasizes the importance of setting clear boundaries for hybrid and remote teams, suggesting synchronized schedules, designated workspaces, and simulated commutes to enhance efficiency and well-being.
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Addressing Tension Remotely
In her video, workplace expert Amy Gallo emphasizes the importance of providing verbal cues and addressing misunderstandings promptly in remote settings to enhance communication, reduce tension, and preserve relationships.
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Improve Employee Engagement, a Case Study of TELUS
In response to low employee engagement, TELUS, led by Chief Envisioner Dan Pontefract, transformed its culture to prioritize transparency and collaboration, resulting in a remarkable increase in engagement scores from 53% to 87%, over 300% shareholder return, and a significant rise in job applications.