In this episode, Roxanne converses with Deborah Connors about compassionate leadership and positivity in the workplace. They explore Reflective Action, the impact of current times on work culture, and the significance of gratitude and mindfulness. They also discuss emotional well-being, work boundaries, transparency, and innovative communication methods. The conversation concludes with insights on preparing for physical workplaces, shifting perspectives, maintaining mental health, and creating a healthy work-life balance.
With all that’s happening with COVID 19 and social distancing, many people are working virtually. This is an unprecedented time for many work teams and leaders. On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we welcome Leadership Expert Deborah Connors to share some ideas about keeping your team positive virtually.
Deborah is a prominent figure in the story of how Canadian workplaces have become better places to work through her development of The Better Workplace Conference, which she successfully led for 17 years. This powerful initiative created a whole generation of workplace health professionals and a huge community of practice.
In her book “A Better Place To Work: Daily Practices That Transform Culture” (2018), she has distilled the knowledge of hundreds of thought-leaders she brought together each year, combining it with her own leadership experience to provide practical advice for transformative workplace change. Deborah holds a BSC and an MPE (Health Promotion). She is a certified CMHA Psychological Health & Safety Advisor and Mental Health Works Facilitator, and a member of Wellness Works Canada and the Canadian Management Consultants (CMC).
Authentic Touch Points:
Creating a workplace for people to flourish.3:30
Communication expectations in leaders today.8:55
The impact of working virtually on work teams.15:45
Ideas for creating a positive outlook for your team.18:15
Increasing mindfulness for your team.45 Do’s and Don’ts for leaders.29:30
Small things can make a big difference.34:10
Take it all back to the office.37:45
A captivating speaker, storyteller, author and workplace coach, Deborah researches the latest breakthroughs in workplace health and culture around the globe. She has interviewed many of the leading organizational health experts, which forms the basis of her work: teaching leaders how to radically shift culture so that people can flourish.
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Links:
Deborah’s website: www.deborahconnors.com
Deborah’s book: https://deborahconnors.com/books-news/
Contact Deborah: https://deborahconnors.com/contact/
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(0:00) Introduction and background of Deborah Connors
(4:04) The importance of compassionate leadership and positivity in the workplace
(10:31) The value of team input and the practice of Reflective Action
(15:28) Impact of current times on workplace culture and leadership
(20:54) The power of gratitude and mindfulness in boosting positivity
(26:41) Checking in on team members' emotional well-being and setting work boundaries
(33:12) Transparency, communication, and innovative ways to connect with your team during chaos
(36:31) Preparing for the return to physical workplaces and transferring positive practices
(45:01) Shifting perspectives on life changes and maintaining positive mental health
(59:01) Creating a healthy work-life balance and dealing with stress in a changing world
(1:11:01) Sponsor: RoxanneDerhodge.com/blueprint
