by peteragnew | Oct 10, 2016 | Behavioural Style, Communications, Conflict Management, Uncategorised
When you hear the term “mean spirited”, what kind of person comes to mind? It’s a term that often comes up in many of our workplaces, and produces images of personal attacks and dysfunctional games that manifest in so many ways; holding back information, sabotage,...
by peteragnew | Dec 22, 2015 | Stress Management, Uncategorised
I’ve been fortunate to have the opportunity to coach many leaders throughout the year and have seen a very common trend in many of our business and government leaders – burnout, stress and fatigue. For me it usually comes across in the early part of exploring their...
by peteragnew | Oct 29, 2015 | Leadership, Uncategorised
Trick or Treat? Halloween is only once a year, but as we’re all too aware, monsters can lurk in our midst at any time. Many workplaces have monsters of their own, and one of those is the narcissist. You know, that colleague who somehow manages to revert every topic of...
by peteragnew | Aug 28, 2015 | Behavioural Style, Uncategorised
The Power of Introverts Our workplaces, the way we meet, the way we teach and the way we interact in a team, is designed for extroverts. Open plan, group brainstorming, team projects and high profile “celebrity” leaders are all part of the rise of the “extrovert...
by peteragnew | Apr 13, 2015 | Uncategorised
When I tell people in my workshops that conflict is essential if teams are to perform well and be highly productive, it always provokes frowns and an uncomfortable shifting of chairs. “Do you mean that?” They ask. “Could we just say ‘strong conversations’ or ‘spirited...
