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I’m not talking about your dream life, where you’re a world-famous movie star / rock star / insert-other star. Your Best Life is the one you can strive for now and live every day. Your Best Life is making the most of your time, energy, passions, etc … now. Most of us have certain boundaries …
Is your team clear on what they need to do and why? And if not, how do you think that’s impacting your bottom line? Maybe it's time to wipe the canvas clean, assess current-state versus desired-state and get everyone on the same page.  Many times I’ve come across teams or people doing tasks simply …
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Do your employees have clarity around why their job even exists? What lens are they looking through when viewing your organisation's culture? This fundamental first step when engaging employees begins, either deliberately or unwittingly, before they even start their first day with the organisation. It actually starts during the recruitment and onboarding process. Employee engagement …
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When was the last time you reflected on the absenteeism of your team members? Think about your team or those who seem to be noticeably MIA lately (maybe they’re present in body but not so much in mind). Have you stopped to wonder or - heaven forbid - ask (in a caring, non-judgemental way) what’s …
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I’ve just realised that I don’t have to be ‘an innovator’. I’ve decided it’s a label I don’t need to twist myself in knots trying to add to the long list of things that I am and that I’m proud of, and here’s why. I see pressure all around for us to be innovative. In …
Ellie Mason Consulting 