What Brings Out The Best in You?
Most leaders never ask this one question that transforms team engagement. Leadership coach Morag Barrett shares how curiosity beats assumptions every time.
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Stop Treating December 31st Like a Deadline from the Universe
It’s that time of year when the internet turns into one big performance review. Your feed fills with posts urging you to finish strong, start smart, reset for success, or, my personal favorite, upgrade your mindset before midnight. It’s as if Cinderella’s carriage now comes with KPIs. It’s exhausting. And honestly? A bit overwhelming. I’ve … Read more
From Chaos to Connection: Navigating Holiday Relationship Dynamics at Work and Home
The holidays are here, bringing the complexities of relationship dynamics to the forefront. Whether it’s office celebrations, end-of-year deadlines, or family gatherings, this time of year is packed with opportunities to strengthen—or strain—our most important connections. As we explore in You, Me, We, professional or personal relationships are built (or broken) in small moments. The … Read more
Are You Having Enough Fun? Why Workplace Joy Matters More Than Ever
When was the last time you felt genuine joy at work? I’m not talking about a polite smile during a team meeting or a quick laugh at a colleague’s joke. I mean that deep sense of delight that makes you think, “This is exactly where I want to be.” At SkyeTeam, we’ve discovered something powerful: … Read more
The Power of Listening: 4 Steps to Stronger Work Relationships
Want to know a secret? Listening is the key to building stronger relationships. Think about the last conversation you had with someone at work. Who were you speaking to? What were you talking about? And here’s the question that matters most: Did that conversation leave your relationship stronger, weaker, or in the same place as … Read more
How to Recover When You’ve Damaged a Relationship at Work
We all have those moments we wish we could take back, things we have said or done that have damaged a relationship at work. Sometimes, it’s dramatic—like when I slammed my laptop shut and stormed out of a leadership meeting (not my finest hour) or the stomach-churning horror of realizing you’ve sent an email containing … Read more
The Critical Leadership Mindset Shift: Moving From Me to We
Have you ever noticed how some leaders effortlessly build high-performing teams while others struggle to keep their people engaged? The difference often comes down to a fundamental leadership mindset shift—moving from “me” to “we.” I know because I lived it. I first explored this critical shift from me-first to we-first thinking in my book Cultivate: … Read more
Connection at Work: Combating Loneliness and Building Relationships
Loneliness isn’t just a personal issue anymore—it’s a public health crisis. Dr. Vivek Murthy, the U.S. Surgeon General, recently declared an epidemic of loneliness, which has only fueled my mission to foster connection at work. The findings Dr Murthy highlights in his report are eerily similar to the insights I’ve gathered through research for both … Read more
Lost Your Mojo? How to Regain Your Mojo in 5 Simple Steps
Let’s be honest – I’ve lost my mojo more times than I’ve lost my car keys (and that’s saying something). But this time felt different. Not just a bit ‘meh’ for a few days, but a proper, persistent funk that had been hanging around like a bad smell for nearly two years. I didn’t just … Read more
Workplace Connection: Why We All Need a Work Mate (And No, The Office Dog Doesn’t Count)
Do you ever feel like you’re in a room full of people, drowning in a flood of virtual meetings, and yet somehow feel as connected as a printer without WiFi? You’re not alone. Loneliness at work and a lack of workplace connection is a quiet challenge that nobody talks about, undermining personal well-being and organizational … Read more