Negotiation is often misunderstood. Many people associate it with conflict, confrontation, or needing to “win.” But the heart of negotiation isn’t competition, it’s collaboration. At its best, negotiation is a shared process of discovering and aligning needs, values,...
Whether it’s a missed sales target, a frazzled team dynamic, or a strategic overhaul, the truth is, our working lives are full of problems. Some are clear-cut and easy to fix. Others are messy, unpredictable, and emotionally charged. But here’s the catch: how you...
Listening in fast-paced, information-heavy workplaces can be difficult, the temptation to “half-listen” is high. We hear words, nod our heads, and prepare our response, but true understanding eludes us. As organisational psychologist Adam Grant notes, “We listen to...
In today’s fast-paced and increasingly complex workplaces, the ability to collaborate effectively isn’t just a desirable trait, it’s a fundamental requirement for performance, innovation, and resilience. Whether you’re co-creating a project plan, brainstorming ideas,...
Meetings are everywhere, from team huddles to client briefings, project updates to brainstorming sessions. They’re meant to bring people together, share information, and make decisions. But how often do they actually do this effectively? Research suggests that up to...
In today’s dynamic business landscape, effective leadership and team cohesion are vital for long-term success. A recent initiative where Steople partnered with ComfortDelGro Australia highlights this truth beautifully. With operations across multiple states and a...
In this blog series, we take a look at the similarities and differences of many employee assessment instruments and how you might use them – individually and together – to achieve your business and talent development needs. For this post, we discuss the LSI™ (Life...
What is a test? To get your licence you complete a test. To see whether you need glasses you complete an eye exam. To pass a subject at school or university you complete an assessment. When assessing your leadership abilities, others conduct a 360-degree evaluation of...
