The reason we have two ears and only one mouth is that we need to listen more and speak less This pearl of wisdom attributed to Zeno of Cizio is quite well known but scarcely applied because listening is still an undervalued skill. A study by the Academy of Management showed that while 78% of […]
Tag: Collaboration
What to do when you make a mistake at work
The only man who never makes a mistake is the man who never does anything. Theodore Roosevelt Mistakes at work can happen to anyone, no one is excluded. You can make mistakes in many different ways, but in order to maintain your credibility you need to deal with the situation professionally and avoid embarrassment […]
How to recognise and avoid childish behaviour at work
Everyone complains at work: a late reply, a higher work load than usual, a colleague that talks too loud on the phone. This is normal, but if repeated and combined with other behaviours this attitude can become detrimental not only to oneself, but to an entire team. This is what Lorenzo Cavalieri defined as “childish […]
Manager and hybrid workplace: the 3 essential soft skills
Education, technical skills and experience are the heart of a CV and represent essential elements in the selection of a manager. Today, however, they are no longer sufficient, especially when it comes to hybrid workplaces. Having a fragmented team, divided between office and teleworking, can be arduous for many companies. To overcome this challenge a […]
6 methods to improve collaboration in the hybrid workplace
Effectiveness of brainstorming: -11% Ability to maintain social relations with colleagues: -17% Ability to interact outside of scheduled meetings: -25% These brief but significant figures are the result of a study conducted by WeWork on the impact of remote working (total or hybrid) on collaboration in the company. What at first glance may seem like […]