Laurent Boghossian discusses modern management, emphasizing the diluted meaning of resilience in corporate culture. He argues for the importance of distinguishing between genuine trauma and everyday challenges, advocating for terms like tenacity and adaptability. Effective leadership, he states, requires accountability, precise language, and a proactive mindset to navigate workplace difficulties. Continue reading
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How Remote Work Affects Employee Belonging and Engagement
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Laurent Boghossian discusses the importance of physical presence and human interaction in the workplace, highlighting the challenges of excessive remote work. Using a personal anecdote, he emphasizes that employees need to feel connected to their organizations to foster belonging. Striking a balance between digital flexibility and physical engagement is essential for maintaining workplace relationships. Continue reading
Why Clear Language Matters in HR Communication
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In his article, Laurent Boghossian discusses the pitfalls of corporate jargon, particularly the term “soft skills,” which often obscures the true meaning of interpersonal behaviors like empathy and self-assertion. He emphasizes the importance of precise language in HR to foster a deeper understanding of human behavior and improve communication. Continue reading
The Power of Emotions in the Workplace
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Laurent Boghossian, a comedian and leadership expert, argues that emotions are intrinsic to the workplace and essential for effective management. He emphasizes emotional intelligence in leadership, highlighting that positive emotions fuel employee motivation and organizational growth. Rejecting emotions risks alienating employees from their humanity, undermining engagement and performance. Continue reading
[PODCAST] New Episode – Management and Human Chaos: Why There Is No Perfect Management Formula
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Laurent Boghossian, Comedian, Keynote Speaker and Leadership Expert starts a discussion on the unpredictability of human behavior in management, arguing that no universal management formula exists. Instead, effective management relies on interpersonal relationships and adaptability. Managers should focus on navigating chaos and reflecting on their approaches, as judgment is vital to success in dealing with human complexity. Continue reading
Management and Human Chaos: Why There Is No Perfect Management Formula
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Laurent Boghossian discusses the intricacies of management, emphasizing that no universal technique can remove human unpredictability. Managers must adapt their approaches to accommodate individual employee differences and uncertainties. Effective management focuses on interpersonal relationships rather than strict processes, highlighting the importance of navigating chaos rather than controlling it. Continue reading
Overcoming Managerial Loneliness: Insights for Leaders
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Laurent Boghossian discusses the hidden loneliness faced by managers caught between employee expectations and senior leadership pressure. He highlights the “saviour syndrome,” where managers isolate themselves while solving challenges. Emphasizing collective intelligence, he suggests that collaboration and seeking perspectives from others can alleviate this loneliness and create meaning at work. Continue reading
[PODCAST] New Episode – The Manager’s Frustration: Learning to Lead Through Resistance and Disagreement
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The discussion explores the intrinsic frustration in management, asserting that it reflects the realities of leadership rather than failure. Instead of seeking consensus, effective leaders should embrace disagreement and navigate ambiguity, recognizing that frustration is a constant part of managerial roles. This reframes common management training approaches, emphasizing the value of functional resilience. Continue reading