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Learnings, reflections, and tips & tricks picked up from life’s many adventures.

The Power of Vulnerability: How a Culture Shift Revolutionized Safety & Productivity

Did you know that in 2021, a worker died every 101 minutes from a work-related injury? So, how did Shell manage to reduce its accident rate by 84% while improving productivity and efficiency? 🤔

💡 Discover the surprising role vulnerability played in transforming the company's culture and impacted everything from worker safety to the bottom line.

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From Awkward to Awesome: 4 proven tactics to increase your charisma virtually

A series of studies from Princeton University found that as much as 82% of people’s impression of you is based on how charismatic you are and that this impression is formed in less than the first second of engagement!

These 4 things - sufficient space, hand gestures, a real smile, and removing upward inflections - are crucial tactics to create the right balance of warmth and competence that make up charisma.

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How to Lead a Team Meeting like a Boss

Perhaps you worry that you aren’t adding enough value, or maybe you’re battling with imposter syndrome, but your monologue does not support your team’s performance. Sometimes keeping your mouth shut is the best move.

If you want to uplevel your leadership skills, then try asking more questions in meetings. Insightful questions promote valuable conversation - and make you look thoughtful, strategic, and intelligent all at once!

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Navigating change can be tough, but you don’t have to do it alone.