Episode 202: The ELMO Dilemma: Leadership, Respect, and Psychological Safety in Meetings
In this episode, we're peeling back the layers on a seemingly innocuous meeting management tactic that's sparking heated debates among business leaders: the "ELMO" method. Imagine you're sharing your thoughts in a meeting, only to be abruptly halted with a card that reads "ELMO" – shorthand for "Enough, Let's Move On." Lauren delves into the darker side of this practice, exploring its implications on team dynamics, psychological safety, and the overall culture of respect within organizations.
In this episode, we're peeling back the layers on a seemingly innocuous meeting management tactic that's sparking heated debates among business leaders: the "ELMO" method.
Imagine you're sharing your thoughts in a meeting, only to be abruptly halted with a card that reads "ELMO" – shorthand for "Enough, Let's Move On." While some hail it as a productivity hack, our host Lauren delves into the darker side of this practice, exploring its implications on team dynamics, psychological safety, and the overall culture of respect within organizations.
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Episode 75: Converting Feedback Into a Gift
If you shudder at the thought of giving feedback, you’re definitely not alone. Many people consider this to be the most anxiety-inducing aspect of their job.
If you shudder at the thought of giving feedback, you’re definitely not alone. Many people consider this to be the most anxiety-inducing aspect of their job.
Sugar-coating is often used in these situations as an attempt to “soften the blow,” but this strategy can add a whole new level of confusion and frustration to an already uncomfortable conversation.
Ready to ditch the discomfort for good? Start packaging feedback as a gift.
In today’s episode, Lauren introduces a teachable approach to feedback that prioritizes professional growth, offers a co-creative space, and empowers people to thrive.