Author Archives: Shereena Hussein
Is there someone in your organisation who harms others?
I am currently reading Reimagine Inclusion, by Mita Mallick, and here is a powerful passage that caught my eye: “I have watched too many leaders fall into this trap: protecting and allowing an individual to continue to work in their … Continue reading
Friends – give people the opportunity to help you!
Oftentimes, we fail to accept help from others because we don’t want to impose on them, or we don’t want to put them out. But, have you considered how good the person will feel because they have been given a … Continue reading
A small thought for senior managers – say your people’s names!
When there are Town Halls and questions are posted on Chat or Slido by the people for the leaders to answer, please do this: Acknowledge the PEOPLE asking the questions. Say this: “Thank you Ritesh Prasad for this question: blah … Continue reading
Have you reached your Value Apex in an organisation? Then it might be time to leave.
Friends, my friend David O’Keeffe shared this insightful article with me about value apex. “… once an employee shares all of his external knowledge, learns all that there is to know about the business, and applies all of his past … Continue reading
Do you know if you are likeable? Or if you have a growth mindset? What if you want to know if you are a sociopath?
My friend Patrick Bradley introduced me to this set of tests – allegedly with scientific rigor to them. So I’ve had a fun morning learning that I am: 😁 pretty likeable (no surprises there) 😮 a little bit narcissistic (I felt I … Continue reading
How much of what you do is ‘fake work’?
So a couple of weeks ago, Rajan Singh introduced us to the concept of ‘fake work’. This is the drudgery of doing stuff that provides little value to anyone, and which depletes your soul even as you engage in it. … Continue reading
Friends, tell me this: What does the BEST version of YOU look like?
Could it be someone who: ⤵ is never quick to anger ⤵ thinks before they speak ⤵ is measured with their words ⤵ is always ready to help others ⤵ is considered to be kind and thoughtful ⤵ assumes that … Continue reading
Learn how to answer this interview question: Tell me about yourself.
Friends – it’s highly likely your job interview will start with this question. Do you know how to answer it in a way that helps you stand out? I came across this helpful video that shows how to answer this … Continue reading
Do you have leadership presence? Do you know how to get it?
A friend was given feedback that she does not have “leadership presence”. My friend: 🧡consistently demonstrates a strategic mindset 💙 respectfully challenges poor decisions 💛 speaks up in meetings when needed 💚 is friendly, courteous and hardworking 💜 is well-liked … Continue reading
Friends, who are you trying to control right now?
😮 Your direct reports? 😣 Your children? 😮 Your spouse? 😏 Your peers? 😥 Your friend? 😑 Your relatives? Why? Three things for you to think about: 1️⃣ Have you asked yourself WHAT you hope to achieve by controlling the … Continue reading