We all know we should rest and step away from the demands of work - especially for an extended time during the summer vacation. We know it’s good for us to slow down and be more fully present with family and friends. But when work is so all absorbing and the stakes, expectations and responsibility are high, it’s hard to really switch off.
We work with a number of really smart senior leaders in life sciences who are required to lead teams full of smart people. To be honest, it’s a joy.
In leadership, we talk a lot about beginnings—how to make an impact in the first 90 days, set a compelling vision, and build momentum.
It’s true that I have found it difficult to lead some people. Apparently, some people have found it difficult to be led by me (crazy, right?). So, what do we mean by difficult people? How can we make this challenge simple, but bold and authentic?
Tradition plays an important role for many societies around the world, especially during shared events like the start of the new year. At their best, traditions preserve cultural heritage and deepen our connections with each other.
FiveAndCo is on a mission to help everyone in the life sciences industry thrive – to do well for the business (whatever their context) and feel well too.
I was struck recently by a conversation about the role of the leader. The person I was speaking with was so clear about the transaction that takes place between them and their boss
I recently asked a highly successful senior leader; how did you did you get to this level of role? His answer was simple; ‘work hard and invest time in relationships - do this intentionally with people who can help you realise your ambition
It’s a familiar cry – ‘the People / Culture / Staff Survey data is out, and you need to respond to it
FiveAndCo. exists to make Thriving Teams a reality across the Life Science sector. We are always excited to tell people about our purpose as a business – we want to change the world for as many people as possible (who says we can’t?)
Nick Green, Director of FiveAndCo. has challenged us with this question this week. A simple way of checking in with yourself and getting a quick read on how you’re doing.