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Breaking Barriers: The Case for No Silos, Egos, or Turf Wars in the Workplace
In today’s fast-paced and interconnected workplace, collaboration is more than a buzzword—it’s a necessity. Yet, even in the most forward-thinking organizations, barriers like silos, egos, and turf wars persist, stifling creativity, communication, and productivity. Dismantling these barriers is essential, so you can foster a culture of teamwork and idea-sharing. The Impact of Silos, Egos, and…
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Finding a Work Environment That Values Your Ideas: Knowing When It’s Time to Move On
Work takes up a significant portion of our lives, and it’s about more than just completing tasks and hitting deadlines—it’s about feeling heard, valued, and respected. Yet, too often, we find ourselves in environments where our contributions are overlooked or dismissed. Staying in such an environment can leave you feeling invisible and unfulfilled, but finding…
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How to Work with the Golden Retriever Personality Profile: Tips for Colleagues and Retrievers Themselves
If you’ve ever worked with someone who’s supportive, empathetic, and always looking out for the well-being of others, you’ve probably encountered a Golden Retriever personality. Golden Retrievers are the team players, the nurturers, and the ones who bring harmony to the workplace. They excel at building strong relationships, providing emotional support, and ensuring that everyone…
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How to Work with the Otter Personality Profile: Tips for Colleagues and Otters Themselves
If you’ve ever worked with someone who’s enthusiastic, creative, and loves to brainstorm new ideas, you’ve probably encountered an Otter personality. Otters are the social, energetic, and free-spirited individuals who thrive in dynamic environments and bring a sense of fun and creativity to any team. While their creativity and enthusiasm are invaluable, working with them…
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How to Work with the Lion Personality Profile: Tips for Colleagues and Lions Themselves
If you’ve worked with someone who is assertive, goal-driven, and thrives under pressure, chances are you’ve encountered a Lion personality. Lions are natural leaders, quick decision-makers, and results-oriented individuals who want to take charge and get things done. While their strengths can make them invaluable in fast-paced environments, understanding how to work with them—and how…
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How to Work with the Beaver Personality Profile: Tips for Colleagues and Beavers Themselves
If you’ve ever worked alongside someone who’s detail-oriented, methodical, and loves structure, chances are you’ve encountered a Beaver personality. The Beaver is one of the four main personality types in the Smalley Institute’s animal personality framework, and while they may sometimes be misunderstood, they bring invaluable strengths to any team. So, what’s it like working…
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Using Animal Personalities from The Smalley Institute in Job Interviews: A Guide to Finding the Right Fit
Hiring the right person for the job is more than just finding someone with the right skills—it’s about finding someone who fits within your team’s dynamic and the company culture. But how do you figure out if a candidate will mesh well with the team before you hire them? One unique method to help gauge…
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How Managers Can Grow, Nurture, and Motivate Their Teams Based on Animal Personality Types
Every team is a mix of unique personalities, and as a manager, understanding these differences can be the key to unlocking your team’s full potential. One helpful framework for understanding personality types is the Animal Personality Types model, developed by the Smalley Institute. The model categorizes personalities into four animal types: Lions, Otters, Golden Retrievers,…
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Toxic Leadership and Why People Leave Companies: What’s Really Going On?
Have you ever left a job because of a toxic boss? If you have, you’re not alone. A huge number of people leave companies every year because of leadership issues. And the thing is, it’s not just about bad bosses being mean or demanding (although, let’s be honest, that’s part of it). It’s about leadership…
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