What’s New in Leadership

Jun 15, 2023

Leaders, this is your curated feed of what’s on.

We all are busy but would be a shame if you miss leadership news.

1. Business

In recent months, layoffs have expanded beyond tech, media, and finance. Layoffs are affecting almost every sector in Europe – European companies cut jobs as the economy sputters. The list of major US companies making slashes so far.
Meetings are not the only way to collaborate. How about Faster, bolder, inclusive decision-making—and fewer meetings?

Employees still miss meaningful conversations with their managers.

Gallup found in a recent study that among nearly 15,000 employees, only 16% said the last conversation with their manager was extremely meaningful.

Focus your feedback to employees on recognition, collaboration, goals, priorities, and strengths.
Weekly 1-1s can be brief, but they should happen with each individual.

Father’s Day (Third Sunday of June) is coming.

A chance for some fun activity in the name of Diversity, equity, and inclusion. Show gratitude to working parents!

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Gallup: Does commuting every day still make sense?

90% of U.S. employees who can work remotely don’t want to return to the office five days a week.
Gallup has found that among remote-capable jobs, two to three days in person optimizes employee engagement.

Deloitte: 2023 Gen Z and Millennial Survey

77% of Gen Z and 75% of millennials who currently work in a hybrid/remote scheme would look for a new job if they were asked to fully come back to the office.

Rewired: The McKinsey Guide to Outcompeting in the Age of Digital and AI by Eric Lamarre, Kate Smaje, Rodney Zemmel
Regenerative Business: How to Align Your Business with Nature for More Abundance, Fulfillment, and Impact by Samantha Garcia, Martha Johnston, Simone Seol
Best Team Ever: The Surprising Science of High-Performing Teams by David Burkus