Michelle McArthur - Morgan FITOL, MLPI’s Post

You will probably be able to recall working with colleagues or team members who were actively disruptive. You know, those people who could start an argument in an empty room. Or those who strive to ensure their voice is the only one that’s heard. Or the team member who is negative about everything—from the temperature of their coffee in the mornings to the new ideas the team come up with; those whose very presence saps all the energy from the room. People are not born problematic. When people display negative and unhelpful behaviours, we should stop asking, “What is wrong with you?” and start asking, “What happened to you?” People aren’t naturally or perpetually problematic. There is always a reason, but certain behaviours and approaches have the power to block a team’s flow and dilute its effectiveness. People who display disruptive and negative behaviours will have strengths and good points that the team could absolutely use—they just need a good leader to bring these abilities to the fore rather than allowing the individuals to slip into their combative ‘default’ personas. Invest time in getting to know and understand your people. How can you bring the best out of each team member? Learn each individual's motivations and think of ways in which you can support and encourage their personal motivations to enable them to make the most of their strengths and talents. Focus on what they can contribute to the team. Grounded in evidenced neuroscience and psychology, the Jigsaw Discovery Tool brings such understanding to leaders and managers. It helps them to see individuals as sentients and not as programmable entities that can only follow one course of action. Every single person has an almost unlimited number of facets, and no one individual is the same as the next…… no two brains are the same. If you would like to find out more about becoming part of our global community that empowers individuals and teams to maximise their potential through developing higher levels of self-awareness and emotional intelligence, follow Jigsaw Discovery or visit https://lnkd.in/dEyGMZa #teamperformance #performanceimprovement #selfawareness #strengths #jigsawdiscoverytool

On Saturday, I had the pleasure of facilitating a Jigsaw Discovery Teambuilding workshop for the incoming Lions International Leadership team for the British Isles and Ireland. At the end of June, the team of nine, will be officially appointed by the President of Lions International into their roles as District Governor at the Global Convention being held in Melbourne. Lions International consists of 1.4 million members in 49,000 clubs who contribute their hands and hearts to the communities they serve in nearly every country on Earth. Lions International are the world's largest humanitarian volunteer organisation. Every penny raised from the general public goes to helping and bettering the lives of people in both our local and global communities. I am proud to be a member of this great organisation and feel privileged to work with some of our great leaders in Britain and Ireland. #humanitarian #LionsClubsInternational #Volunteers #MD105 #Teambuilding #Jigsawdiscoverytool

Congratulations to our February cohort of facilitators who have all successfully completed the Jigsaw Discovery Tool certification workshop. If you would like to find out more about becoming part of our global community that empowers individuals and teams to maximise their potential through developing higher levels of self-awareness and emotional intelligence, follow Jigsaw Discovery or visit https://lnkd.in/dEyGMZa Our June Certification programme is now open for registration. #Jigsawdiscoverytool #selfawareness #teaming #performanceimprovement #businessopportunity #communicationskills #conflictresolution

Sometimes, you have to dig deep and be social....... It is true that post-pandemic, the majority of people couldn't wait to get out there and network or attend in-person meetings, but a few years on, it seems that the novelty may have worn off. Given a choice, more people are now weighing up whether any networking event or in-person meeting is worth the effort and time, whereas, in the past, it was often a habitual or expected practice. But sometimes, we all need to dig deep to make the effort and build time into our schedules to get out there. Human beings need to feel connected and have a sense of belonging. Being social is vital to our survival. One of the consequences of these changes to our thinking around networking and in-person meetings is that many employees have unconsciously adopted a cocoon-like stance, concentrating on their own responsibilities and tasks, which has led to lower empathy levels, a drop in innovation and workplace collaboration. Convenience is wonderful, but so is true connection. Learning to balance both is today's priority. Read the full article here https://lnkd.in/eZPDBFYb #social #performanceimprovement #jigsawdiscoverytool #socialskills

I haven't been very active on here for the last couple of weeks as life threw one of its curve balls. My 11-year-old dog was taken poorly, and sadly, I had to take him to the Emergency Vets on Easter Sunday, where I had to make the decision to let him go. I was absolutely devastated. He was such a special boy. I have had many dogs throughout my life, but there was just something very special about him and our relationship. I wanted to share my loss with my LinkedIn friends because although it was an emotionally tough time, there were two amazing businesses that helped ease the strain of it all and have been with me on the journey. Being the Easter Weekend, my usual vets were closed, so I had to go to Abbey House Vets in Morley. The team there were amazing, so caring and compassionate, making sure that Ozzie and I could spend some precious time together before putting him to sleep. I also want to give a big shout-out to Chris at Pets 2 Places Ltd (Pontefract), who is one of the kindest and most compassionate people I know. Despite it being Easter Sunday, Chris didn't hesitate to come to my aid. Chris was at my side throughout, providing much-appreciated support, meaning that I could focus on Ozzie whilst Chris took care of everything else. Chris made a very distressing situation so much more bearable both for Ozzie and me. Any of my LinkedIn friends based in West Yorkshire, if you need any help with transporting your pet, I would recommend contacting Chris at Pet 2 Places (Pontefract) Tel. 07894467139. #compassion #pettravel #emergencyvetinaryservices Photo taken by Sarah Louise

Are you aware of the messages your behaviour is giving out? Your words may be saying something, but if your behaviour is saying something different, not only will your incongruent messaging create a threat response for the people around you, but the message that will be heard is based on how your behaviour is perceived. Dr Tasha Eurich and her team of researchers discovered that while 95% of people claim to be self-aware, only 10-15% actually fit the criteria for self-awareness, and leaders are less likely to be in the top percent! In our next webinar, we will focus on Creating Self-Aware Leaders. If you would like to learn more about the messages your behaviour may be sending, why not join us on March 27th? See the link in the comments below. If you would like to find out more about becoming part of our global community that empowers individuals and teams to maximise their potential through developing higher levels of self-awareness and emotional intelligence, follow Jigsaw Discovery or visit https://lnkd.in/dEyGMZa #behaviouralinsights #communication #selfawareness #performanceimprovement #jigsawdiscoverytool #webinar

We're helping to change the narrative around neurodiversity. Neurodiversity Celebration Week is a worldwide awareness-raising campaign that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences. Join in and celebrate different minds. Visit neurodiversityweek.com for more information and free registration to a week long programme of webinars. #neurodiversityatwork #neurodiversityWeek #ncw2024 #jigsawdiscovery

Greater self-awareness and an understanding of behavioural preferences underpin employees’ well-being and performance. Happy and connected employees are the outcome when leaders have higher levels of emotional intelligence and when they create a psychologically safe environment—where employees can show up as themselves, have a voice, and feel that they’re valued and that they belong. It’s probably expected, given the huge changes made in working practices and culture shifts over the last few years, that everything feels more insular. But this isn’t good for teams or for companies as a whole. An ‘I’m alright, Jack’ approach won’t provide joined-up frontline service, nor will it see teams sharing knowledge. It also won’t contribute to the next innovation that will see your company grow. Community, collaboration, and culture need to come to the forefront once again. Jigsaw Discovery Experiential Learning Experiences help individuals within the workplace further their personal development, and it can also boost collaboration and coherency within teams where everyone is working towards a shared vision and knows the value both they and their colleagues bring to the team and how their work is contributing to the greater good of the people, the community and the organisation. It can be used to coach employees towards improving their communication skills, as well as supporting the development of employees’ and leaders’ emotional, social and collective intelligence. Humans are social animals, and while the next generation of workers will feel far more comfortable communicating on screen than older colleagues, this is bound to come with some downsides, i.e., an insular outlook, different social skills, an aversion to leaving their comfort zone, etc. While companies, as do their customers and clients, also have to adapt to these new ways of working, it wouldn’t be good for anyone if every element of every business was done through a screen. Convenience is wonderful, yes, but so is true connection. Do you prioritise a balance between in-person and on-screen interaction? #humaninteraction #socialskills #performanceimprovement #effectiveteams #jigsawdiscoverytool

I just love this post. Thank you, Donald Horsfall, for sharing your insights following your Jigsaw Discovery learning experience with the very knowledgeable Renata Powell. One of the worrying facts about human beings is our general lack of self-awareness and understanding. When asked, most people would answer YES to the question, "Are you self-aware?" Yet research has shown that even looking through an optimistic lens, at the very best, only 15% of the population are truly self-aware. #jigsawdiscoverytool #selfawareness #performanceimprovement

How do you motivate staff who don't want to be motivated? I am not talking about the "quiet quitters" who are just going through the motions. I'm talking about people who are quite happy in their jobs but don't show any real interest, initiative, or innovation. They are people who do just enough to get by. Motivating employees is a critical aspect of effective leadership. While some individuals are naturally driven by ambition and the desire to excel, there are others who prioritise work-life balance and personal fulfilment above professional progression. Recent evidence in the United Kingdom suggests that a significant percentage of the workforce would choose not to work if money was no longer a factor. To effectively motivate staff and teams who prioritise personal fulfilment over professional progression, leaders must gain a deeper understanding of their team members’ individual motivators. Some key factors to consider include: - Autonomy and Flexibility - Meaningful work - Continuous development - Recognition and rewards - Open communication channels - Provision of clear purpose and direction - Actively foster collaboration and teamwork If you’re an ambitious jet-setter of a leader, it may feel alien not to want to work or not to get any pleasure from work. However, as someone tasked with motivating and inspiring your team, you may be in charge of people who genuinely feel this way. If this is you, you may want to read the full article at https://lnkd.in/eCp3cm-W #teamleadership #performanceimprovement #motivation #jigsawdiscoverytool