At the edge: Lessons in leadership & culture
Playlist
In this episode, Errol Amerasekera from At The Edge: Lessons in Culture and Leadership, discusses the importance of designing a cultural workout for teams and organisations. He uses the analogy of culture as a muscle to highlight three key principles: the frequency of cultural workouts, the need for slight discomfort to foster growth, and the importance of actively practicing culture rather than just discussing it. Errol provides practical examples and reflections on how leaders can effectively implement these principles to enhance their team’s culture.
In this episode of At The Edge: Lessons in Culture and Leadership, Errol delves into the controversial topic of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). He explores why DEI has recently fallen out of favor and discusses the economic, political, and social factors influencing this trend. Errol offers three practical steps for leaders to navigate the complex terrain of DEI, advocating for its integration to identify those core business objectives that drive performance. The discussion highlights the importance of viewing DEI not as a socio-political obligation but as a strategic advantage for fostering innovation, inclusion, and overall business success.
In this episode of ‘At The Edge: Lessons in Culture and Leadership, Errol discusses the importance of constructive feedback for leaders and coaches. He introduces eight essential strategies to improve feedback practices, emphasizing the balance between empathy and clarity. Errol highlights the significance of personalized feedback styles, clear intentions, appropriate timing, engaging in conversations, encouraging a growth mindset, fostering psychological safety, recognizing signs of dissociation, and following up regularly. He concludes by encouraging viewers to become feedback champions, integrating these strategies to create a culture of trust, growth, and high performance.