This conversation delves into the intricacies of building high performing teams, emphasising the importance of self-inquiry for leaders, understanding team contexts, and fostering trust. The discussion highlights the significance of participation levels, the necessity of challenging conversations, and practical tools for leaders to enhance team dynamics and performance.

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In this episode of Impactful Conversations, Dr. Glenn Wallis and Nejmi Alexander engage with Rachael, an expert in building high performing teams. Rachael shares her extensive background in HR and leadership, emphasising the importance of values, diversity, and intentional leadership development.

The conversation explores the key ingredients for creating high performing teams, the observable behaviours that indicate high performance, and the necessity of fostering a safe environment for growth. Rachael highlights that leadership is a continuous journey that requires commitment and adaptability, ultimately leading to a culture of high performance within teams.

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In this episode, Dr. Glenn Wallis and Nejmi discuss the intricacies of building and sustaining high performing teams.

They explore the challenges leaders face, the importance of trust and team dynamics, and practical strategies for fostering a high performance culture.

The conversation emphasises the need for proactive leadership, continuous improvement, and the significance of team cohesion, especially in virtual settings.

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In this conversation, Nejmi and Dr. Glenn Wallis explore the transition from traditional performance management to a performance culture that emphasises ongoing development and engagement.

They discuss insights from previous guests, the importance of ownership in performance, the ROI of investing in people, and the need for regular, meaningful conversations between leaders and their teams.

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In this conversation, the host of Impactful Conversation, Dr Glenn P Wallis and Nejmi Alexander talk with Avril Somerville a highly successful talent development specialist. Avril discusses a radical new approach to performance management that focuses on self-actualisation and enhancing employee performance rather than merely managing it.

In this conversation, Avril Somerville talks to us about the essential skills and emotional intelligence required for effective leadership. She emphasises the importance of creating smarter conversations within teams and how a structured leadership framework can support succession planning.

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In this episode of Impactful Conversations, Dr Glenn P Wallis & Nejmi Alexander talk with Keith Antoine, a high-performance coach, discusses the essence of performance in organisations, emphasising the importance of development alongside performance.

They emphasise the need for leaders to practice their conversational skills consistently, preparing effectively without over-scripting, and focusing on being present during discussions.

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Dr. Glenn P. Wallis and Nejmi explore the intricacies of goal setting in leadership, emphasising the importance of setting meaningful, challenging yet achievable goals that drive results. They discuss the pitfalls of prioritising easy tasks over impactful ones, the need for alignment within teams, and the significance of engaging team members in the process.

The conversation highlights the effectiveness of measurement tools such as KPIs, OKRs, the Balanced Scorecard, and North Star metrics, stressing the necessity of monitoring goals to ensure they remain relevant and motivating. They also underscore the value of stretch goals that inspire teams while cautioning against the risks of overloading with too many objectives.

Ultimately, they advocate for cohesive goal-setting strategies that align with the broader organisational purpose and are validated through clear metrics and team engagement.

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In this conversation Glenn and Nejmi discuss how to set up for success in the year ahead by setting yourself goals that are realistic and achievable. They explore why setting intentions can be perhaps be more effective than traditional goal setting.

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In this episode Dr Glenn P Wallis & Nejmi Alexander converse with Dr Dieter Veldsman, Chief HR Scientist at AIHR, about how to implement strategy successfully into your team.

In this conversation hosts Nejmi Alexander and Dr Glenn P Wallis unpack the hidden side of leadership—the unconscious attitudes, behaviours, and patterns that influence how leaders act under pressure.