“The power we discover inside ourselves as we survive a life-threatening experience can be utilized equally well outside of crisis, too. I am, in every moment, capable of mustering the strength to survive again—or of tapping that strength in other good, productive, healthy ways.” ~Michele Rosenthal Maintaining Productivity Through the …
Focus on Results, Not Process, for Hybrid Work Success
With the COVID-19 pandemic entering a fourth wave and the future uncertain, people want certainty more than ever. Believe me when I say that’s definitely true in business environments. I mentioned in a previous Pollinate article that process-driven environments are becoming obsolete in a world that is adjusting to hybrid …
The secret to high-performance teams in a post-pandemic world
Agile teams with the right mix of members are the key to productivity and exceptional employee experiences One year after the COVID pandemic disrupted our lives, organizations everywhere continue to struggle to find new, effective ways of getting work done. CEOs worry about fragmented teams, slipping productivity, eroding culture and …
The future of work is here and connection is priority #1
Remote work is here to stay and demand is expected to grow for even more flexibility in the future, trend watchers say. Cross-pollinating connection, engagement and resilience will help your organization thrive as the nature of work evolves. Rethinking assumptions about work and learning The disruption caused by the COVID-19 …
Unconscious Bias in the Workplace: Managing Differences Through Mentoring
A powerful part of the mentoring process is learning with – and from – someone with a different life story than yours. Even when we try to be sensitive, differences can get in the way. Here’s what you need to know to understand – and overcome – unconscious bias: Understanding …
Women For Nature Leading With Confidence Webinar
To support young women in taking on leadership roles in Canada’s nature and conservancy ecosystem, Nature Canada’s Women for Nature initiative hosted a Leading with Confidence webinar June 18 as part of its mentoring program in partnership with Pollinate Networks Inc. The webinar featured insights from guest panelists Meg Beckel, …
Networking for Success: 8 Strategies for Women in Leadership
Networking is a critical leadership skill, but it can feel daunting to put yourself out there to make the most of the opportunities that exist. To support young women in taking on leadership roles in Canada’s nature and conservancy ecosystem, Nature Canada’s Women for Nature initiative hosted a Networking for …
Women in Leadership: 7 Qualities to Cultivate
How does one become a confident and effective leader? It’s a vital question for women striving to fulfill their career potential and maximize their impact in the world. You could struggle along on your own trying to figure out the magic formula. Or you could ask others who have blazed …
Women for Nature cultivating strong and engaged leaders through Pollinate Mentoring Program
Women for Nature is developing a strong and engaged next generation of women leaders in science, nature and conservation through a mentoring program delivered by Pollinate Networks Inc. The Women for Nature mentoring program first began in 2017, pairing 10 mentees between the ages of 18 to 35 with 10 …