A new year offers opportunities for change that are not tied to a specific date. Change should be seen as improvement and development. In a team, it is important to discuss changes together and give feedback. Reflection and continuous improvement promote cohesion and efficiency within the team.
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Being respectful in stressful times
In stressful times, mutual respect is crucial for team cohesion. Appreciation and active listening foster a positive work environment. Constructive feedback and transparency are essential for overcoming challenges together. Small gestures of recognition can have a major impact on employee motivation.
The most stressful time: successfully mastering Christmas and New Year's Eve
The holiday season and the turn of the year present unique challenges for the hotel and restaurant industry, characterized by long hours and stressed-out guests. Managers can support their employees by fostering open communication, scheduling days off, and showing appreciation. This helps manage stress and create positive guest experiences.
Reflect for more efficient work, for you and your team.
Systemic coaching offers three key questions for effective reflection: past, present, and future. These promote clarity, efficient decision-making, and continuous improvement. Team reflection creates space for development and motivation. Regular reflection is crucial for long-term success in leadership. This fosters a positive work environment.
Being empathetic is an essential leadership skill.
Empathy is a crucial leadership skill that strengthens trust and team dynamics. It enables leaders to recognize the needs of their employees and actively support their development. Through empathetic coaching, leaders can resolve conflicts constructively and create a positive work environment, which ultimately promotes the company’s success.
Feedback culture: how and for what purpose?
A healthy feedback culture fosters open and honest communication, which is essential for personal and professional growth. Feedback should be given in a specific and respectful manner and received constructively. An open feedback culture strengthens trust and team spirit. Practice improves one’s ability to give and receive feedback, which contributes to personal development.
Being authentic as a manager.
The word “authentic” conveys reliability and truthfulness. Four criteria are key: self-awareness, honesty, consistency, and sincerity. For leaders, this means being human, providing constructive feedback, communicating transparently, and building trust. Generation Z expects leaders to be authentic and to present themselves without pretense.
Has your employee come to stay?
On June 23, a contract was signed with a new employee who will start on September 1. Before the employee’s first day, important onboarding tasks must be completed, such as defining responsibilities, providing technical equipment, and planning training. A constructive feedback session and transparency are crucial for a successful start on the team.
Employees: a company's most valuable asset.
Employees naturally come and go, but managers want them to stay for the long term. The recruiting process alone isn’t enough; onboarding is also crucial. Investing time in the employee lifecycle can save costs and strengthen retention. We welcome any questions on this topic. Employees are a company’s most valuable asset.
Where do management, employees, and customers successfully come together?
Kathrin Fuchs’ coaching sessions emphasize a WIN-WIN-WIN situation in which managers, employees, and customers must work together to succeed. Enjoyment of work, mutual respect, and high-quality services lead to synergies and increased revenue. Sustainable success requires openness, responsibility, and a balanced give-and-take.