READ THE FULL GRAPHIC VERSION Organizations thrive when they meet humanity’s hardwired needs for purpose and empathy, write Sudhanshu Palsule and Michael Chavez The last evolutionary upgrade to the human brain was the development of the pre-frontal cortex, approximately 70,000 years ago. It set us apart from all other species and, over time, allowed human … Read more
Michael Chavez and Sudhanshu Palsule’s seminal work defines ‘purpose’ at just the right time, writes Ben Walker There was a moment in the midst of the coronavirus crisis that shone a light on companies being a force for good. Businesses small and large started working for the people. In America, carmakers Ford and GM raced … Read more
READ THE FULL GRAPHIC VERSION Leaders need to practise their trust signature, says Anne-Valérie Corboz Fake news. Wall Street protests. #MeToo. The Millennial generation has next to no trust in existing structures, be they organizational, societal, or political: research suggests less than 20% of millennials are willing to place their trust in other people, organizations … Read more
READ THE FULL GRAPHIC VERSION Job crafting and agile principles can fix work Work is broken. The sad reality is that many people – perhaps a majority – are not fully engaged with or energized by the work they do. Our collective search history starkly shows our dissatisfaction with work. Type “My job is…” into … Read more
Now, more than ever, organizations must demonstrate ethics, integrity and compassion, writes Angela Crawford Businesses and their employees continue to struggle with the economic and personal fallout of the Covid-19 crisis. Now, more than ever, it is imperative that businesses must demonstrate ethics, integrity, and compassion. The following are three strategies for leaders to consider … Read more
READ THE FULL GRAPHIC VERSION We have to move beyond the Hollywood version of how to lead strategic change, writes Elsbeth Johnson Over the years, a clichéd vision of leadership has become established which is especially popular when it comes to how we lead change. We see it everywhere – from The West Wing and … Read more
In this GC People Leader Series interview, GC Partner Simon Court talks to chief executive Serge Dive about what makes him tick and how his GC Index profile has underpinned his decisions to change career and chase the idea of his latest venture, community-driven events company, This is Beyond You have a very strong Play … Read more
READ THE FULL GRAPHIC VERSION Culture has been at the heart of far-reaching business transformation at Jacobs, writes Shelie Gustafson Transformation starts with culture. This has been the reality for us at Jacobs on our journey to evolve from an engineering and construction firm to a technology-forward solutions provider. The journey started when Steve Demetriou … Read more
READ THE FULL GRAPHIC VERSION It’s time for leaders to start listening and create an inclusive culture in their organizations At most large organizations, diversity and inclusion have become interlinked imperatives. While both sides of the coin are important, we shouldn’t necessarily lump them together. Diversity is a payroll issue: it’s about who is in … Read more
In this instalment of The GC People Leader Series, Chief Psychologist at The GC Index Dr John Mervyn-Smith talks to Cliff Prior, chief executive at Big Society Capital, about what it is to be a Game Changer / Strategist Leader. Cliff’s background is in civil society organisation leadership where he has driven successful transformational change … Read more