What Worries Leaders Today? How to Get Prepared for Any Change.
The big topics of this Simply Human Newsletter - Resistance to change, adapting to a new culture, Understanding GenZ and the Leadership Pulse Quarterly
👋 Hey,
The world is in constant flux. Forget five-year plans, we're living in a time of polycrisis and perpetual disruption. But here's the thing: most leaders are clinging to outdated playbooks. They're fighting the current instead of learning to surf the waves of change. 🌊
A recent Gartner study found that 87% of HR leaders believe shifting business needs require continuous transformation. Yet, only 28% feel their planning is fully integrated with the business. There's a disconnect.
In this issue, we're diving deep into the anxieties keeping leaders up at night. We'll explore:
The psychology of resistance: Why change triggers our primal fear response (and how to overcome it).
Decoding Gen Z: Understanding the values and expectations of the next generation of talent.
Adapting to new cultures: Building bridges across borders and fostering genuine connection.
The Leadership Pulse Quarterly: Unveiling the top concerns of today's leaders (and how to address them).
"The greatest danger in times of turbulence is not the turbulence; it is to act with yesterday's logic." - Peter Drucker
Here's a little selection to get ready for any change. Stay curious! 👇
📑🧠 Read: The Leadership Pulse Quarterly - The world is changing faster than ever. Are your leaders keeping up?
In times of complexity and polycrisis, leadership isn't a title, it's a lifeline. It's about navigating uncertainty, inspiring action, and building resilience.
The latest Ignea Leadership Pulse Quarterly (LPQ) report provides key insights into how today's leaders are facing these challenges. Based on interviews with hundreds of leaders, this report reveals:
Strategies to empower emerging leaders: Building confidence and competence in the next generation.
Insights into inclusivity, adaptability, and crisis management: The essential skills for thriving in a turbulent world.
Actionable recommendations: Developing leadership capabilities that go beyond the traditional playbook.
Don't just survive the storm, learn to thrive in it.
💪🧠 Watch: When Leaders Have to Deal with Resistance to Change
Most workplaces are designed for friction, not flow. Endless meetings, unclear roles, that one person who always replies-all... it's exhausting. 😫
But what if work could feel effortless? Like a team of expert surfers riding a wave together? 🏄♂️🏄♀️ That's the power of a flow state. What it is:
The biggest obstacles to cultural change
The role of data in understanding and shifting culture: (Because intuition alone isn't enough)
Common mistakes leaders make: (And how to avoid them)
Tactics for overcoming resistance to change: (Because there will always be resistance)
🥊🧠 Watch When Leaders Have to Deal with a New Culture
Leadership isn't just about strategy and spreadsheets. It's about understanding the human code – the subtle cues, unspoken values, and deep-rooted beliefs that shape how different cultures operate. What this is about:
Busting myths and misconceptions: Challenging stereotypes and fostering genuine understanding.
Building bridges of connection: Mastering the art of relationship-building and trust in cross-cultural settings.
Adapting your leadership style: Learning how to motivate, communicate, and provide feedback in ways that resonate.
This isn't just about "cultural sensitivity" – it's about unlocking deeper levels of collaboration and effectiveness. It's about building bridges, not walls. 🌉
💪🧠 Watch: When Leaders Need to Understand, Motivate and Nurture GenZs
Gen Z. They're the future of the workforce. But many leaders are clueless about what makes them tick. (Hint: it's not free kombucha). What this is about:
Busting myths: Forget the stereotypes. Gen Z is more than just TikTok and avocado toast. 🥑
Values & expectations: They crave purpose, flexibility, and mental well-being.
Building a magnetic culture: It's about psychological safety, growth opportunities, and authentic leadership.
The tech factor: Digital natives need a workplace that's as connected as they are.
Ignore Gen Z at your peril. They're the most diverse generation yet, and they're not afraid to walk away from companies that don't align with their values.
Our commitment is to find alternatives to a human -centric leadership - learn, iterate and improve. This is what the Simply Human Tribe is also about.
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