As you’re reading this, 70 percent of people are avoiding a conversation at work. We’ve all done it, but the conversations we’d rather avoid are often the most important ones to have. Whatever your “elephant in the office” may be, taking action to navigate the situation and open up a direct line of communication can create a better working environment for everyone.  Why do we avoid some conversations more than others? There’s no disputing that some conversations are just more daunting than others. But why is that? The conversations that people avoid the most are those that call for v ..read more

Elevating leadership and team dynamics by listening like a coach With all that is expected of leaders, the many responsibilities that pull them in any number of directions, it can be easy for them to overlook one of the most powerful tools at their disposal: active listening. Active listening is about giving another person our full attention and letting them know that we’re attending through our body language and actions, not just lending our ears. Yet, despite active listening’s profound impact on leadership effectiveness, it remains an underrated and underutilized skill. How underutilized is ..read more

The one-on-one meeting, or “1:1,” is a critical communication opportunity for managers. Especially in our newly virtual world of work, as spontaneous interaction is harder to find, the regular time set aside for a manager and their direct reports to meet face-to-face is sacred. This set of 10 questions to ask in your next 1:1 is adapted from material presented by Bravely Coach Paolo Nagari. Questions for managers to ask 1. What are you learning here, and what would you like to learn? 94% of employees say they’d consider staying in their jobs longer if their company invested in their developme ..read more

At a Bravely event, you’ll hear about pressing issues facing people leaders today and receive actionable takeaways on how to solve them. Using data from thousands of Bravely coaching sessions and key insights from our experienced speakers, we host events that are meant to be immediately useful to our audience and to resonate with the reality of being an HR professional today. So don’t wait — register for our March 2024 events below and join the conversation. Quiet Quitting: Reengaging Employees and Rebuilding Trust April 11, 2024 at 1pm ET Join to learn: How to understand quiet quitting by ..read more

At a Bravely event, you’ll hear about pressing issues facing people leaders today and receive actionable takeaways on how to solve them. Using data from thousands of Bravely coaching sessions and key insights from our experienced speakers, we host events that are meant to be immediately useful to our audience and to resonate with the reality of being an HR professional today. So don’t wait — register for our January and February 2024 events below and join the conversation. Maximizing Talent in 2024: HR Strategies for Employee Development January 24, 2024 at 1pm ET Join to learn: Strategies ..read more

Nick and Morgan’s Real Stories of Bravely’s Impact Bravely has been unlocking personal and professional growth among individuals and teams for years, changing careers one session at a time. In a world where professional and personal development is paramount, Bravely offers employees a safe space to seek guidance, explore their potential, and embrace transformative change through one-on-one coaching. That said, if you’ve never been able to offer coaching as a benefit to your employees, it can be hard to identify all of the benefits your people and organization will receive as a result. So, with ..read more

At a Bravely event, you’ll hear about pressing issues facing people leaders today and receive actionable takeaways on how to solve them. Using data from thousands of Bravely coaching sessions and key insights from our experienced speakers, we host events that are meant to be immediately useful to our audience and to resonate with the reality of being an HR professional today. So don’t wait — register for our November 2023 events below and join the conversation. Employee Insights in Action: 5 Proven Strategies to Improve Workplace Well-Being November 8, 2023 at 2pm ET Join to learn: Why stan ..read more

By Pauline Leung, Bravely Coach In a recent Indeed report, it was found that while nearly all workers (98%) say they perform better when they feel confident, only 49% of workers are confident they can reach their career goals. Relatedly, research from the National Bureau of Economic Research indicated that women are less likely to promote themselves than men. Having confidence in the workplace is an essential cornerstone of professional growth and success. It involves concentrating on our strength, managing our inner voice, and actively seeking support feedback. Like any skill, confidence can ..read more

Elevating Leadership and Team Dynamics by Listening Like a Coach With all that is expected of leaders, the many responsibilities that pull them in any number of directions, it can be easy for them to overlook one of the most powerful tools at their disposal: active listening. Active listening is about giving another person our full attention and letting them know that we’re attending through our body language and actions, not just lending our ears. Yet, despite active listening’s profound impact on leadership effectiveness, it remains an underrated and underutilized skill. How underutilized is ..read more

At a Bravely event, you’ll hear about pressing issues facing people leaders today and receive actionable takeaways on how to solve them. Using data from thousands of Bravely coaching sessions and key insights from our experienced speakers, we host events that are meant to be immediately useful to our audience and to resonate with the reality of being an HR professional today. So don’t wait — register for our October 2023 events below and join the conversation. Beyond Technical: The Essential Power Skills of the Modern Employee October 5, 2023 at 1pm ET Join to learn: The top power skills ev ..read more