Starting a new job can be a little nerve-wracking. No matter how much preparation you have done – that first day can feel a little uncomfortable. Not unlike those brand new black brogues I bought myself for my new role as Consultant – People Performance with...
Culture and Organisational Development
Connections
It was a Saturday afternoon and I was in the final stage of the weekly shop. I selected a checkout manned by a young guy (he looked about 12 but I am sure he was older!). Bradley (his name badge gave him away) was friendly and we undertook the usual pleasantries...
Being Malleable
Malleability and Adaptive Leadership While it is a very long time ago, I still remember being in my year 8 science class and first learning about malleable metals (e.g. gold, silver, copper, lead and aluminium) – those metals that can be hammered, pressed or rolled...
Belief really can make a difference!
Creating a Culture of Belief in the Workplace What a treat for our sporting nation – the two key codes of football celebrating grand final wins with the underdogs getting up on both occasions. Having grown up with an almost obsessive love for AFL, I am absolutely...
Nine Habits to Embrace Ambiguity
Recently Change2020 launched the Embrace ambiguity movement. This movement is about firstly acknowledging where your tolerance of ambiguity sits and then taking action to Embrace ambiguity – both at home and at work. At Change2020, we believe that Embracing...
Wasted Talent and Lost Opportunity
Wasted Talent and Lost Opportunity – The Simple Acts of Employee Engagement One of the great aspects of my role is the opportunity to meet potential new Change2020 consultants. Each one brings their own unique story with a wonderful mix of skills; it is always...
Did Charles Handy have a crystal ball?
In May 2001 I had the good fortune of attending a well-known conference within the UK HR industry on board the Oriana. This event is an annual tradition and held on the ship for three days during which time delegates are able to attend a variety of discussions on...
Humour Champions
Calling all Humour Champions! I am proud to work for Change2020 an organisation that has humour, as one of its values. We embody this value in our creativity, laughter and fun. We understand the serious nature of our business and the business of our clients and we...
So apparently MBTI is not all about me…
Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), is an assessment tool that measures an individual’s preferences and how they make decisions. Change2020 regularly uses this assessment tool to build self-awareness and team effectiveness. Prior to starting the role as Office and...