Best vs Basics

Getting paid on time doesn’t make an employer stand out - nor should it: it’s the bare minimum. A hygiene factor.

But what about hygiene factors from an employer or colleague’s point of view?

What are those basic things that every employee should just do?

Here’s what I’ve come up with...

Personal Experience, Team development, CultureEllie HearneAugust 13, 2024leadership, culture, meetings

Client Challenge | making meetings more inclusive - and more productive

Small firms, large ones, diverse industries, remote teams, and in-person ones… All seem to face the same challenge: making sure people get the right amount of “air time” in meetings. And beyond that, making sure everyone is involved, engaged, and motivated to contribute.

Ellie Hearne on why inclusive meetings are important and how to draw out quieter voices - whatever the culture, communications dynamic, and organizational climate.

Culture, How-To, Leadership, Team development, WorkplaceEllie HearneJune 21, 2021meetings, leadership, culture

Three Ways to Have Better Meetings

As with most communications, meetings are all about preparing, being respectful of people's time, and offering clarity in everything.

Here are 3 hacks to give your meetings an edge:

How-To, LeadershipEllie HearneSeptember 18, 2017how to, meetings, time management, communication

Why Get a Third-Party Facilitator?

The idea of hiring someone external to facilitate a meeting or offsite can feel like a bit a leap. But with the right person, third-party facilitation can move you closer to your goals and prevent more than a few headaches.

Here's what you need to know:

How-To, LeadershipEllie HearneMay 22, 2017meetings, productivity, leadership, time management