Work-life balance. A concept that’s been at the forefront of workplace culture and productivity discussions for over half a century (if not longer). For many years “work-life balance” has been used to describe the sought-after output of successfully juggling the demands
Ever wonder why some people thrive in certain business environments, while others struggle to fit in? Ever blame yourself – or someone else – for not being “a good match”? Culture fit is an important-if-controversial variable, and many leaders and HR
As a reader of Cultural Intelligence, you will know of the considerable work that has gone into the Unwritten Ground Rules or UGRs concept over recent years. You would also know that the work hasn’t stopped either! Below is
You’re in a meeting room with your colleagues. Your manager wraps up and opens the floor for input. But a palpable silence shrouds the space. The clock ticks as everyone avoids eye contact, shuffles papers or peers desperately into their
In most organisations, power is seen to rest in the hands of managers. The more senior the manager, the more power. Yet in reality, power rests with each and every person in a team. Sometimes exercising that power can have