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Richard Merrick's avatar

In times of radical uncertainty, it begs the question of how we recruit and firm teams—based on the human qualities of belonging or the more transactional qualities of the job role. All too frequently, those focused on transactional, short-term performance work against the longer-term qualities of team cohesion. It's a choice.

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Ahh...Yes!  Power with Grace's avatar

"Whakapapa"—a Māori term referring to the sense of identity that comes from understanding one's place in a lineage or story larger than oneself. This was new to me!

When I work with teams I guide them through a process of recalling a time where they individually felt that sense of belonging and excitement with a group of people. I notice how often those past experiences are often volunteer and/or short term experiences.

It's wonderful when belonging evolves over time. It needs continual nurturing. Consistent top leadership makes a huge impact. Thank you for sharing!

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