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Safe to Speak Cultures and Teams
A common barrier to productivity, collaboration, innovation and team cohesion are groups and meetings within which participants do not feel safe to speak—free to engage, suggest options, express opinions, and be open and fully participative. This might stem from a fear of retribution,
Standing Alone
Leaders and team contributors often need to share or drive an unpopular idea or project. The ability to be independent and assertive (to stand alone) in the face of adversity, challenge or opposition is particularly important in these circumstances. We have several options for building this skill,
Feedback–The Powerful Gift You May Not Have Asked For
Feedback is likely the most essential interpersonal and team skill that far too few people use. Often misunderstood as an advanced skill or team activity, it should be viewed as a basic, must-have practice. We have put this video together to introduce you to 4 key insights about effective feedback;
360 Tips and Tools
As a long-time developer of leaders and leadership teams, OKA is a frequent user of 360 feedback, the process of gathering and comparing data from an individual and that individual’s supervisor, peers, direct reports and in some cases even clients, family and friends. 360 tools offer a holistic