Terraform Leader
Transforming to Greater Effectiveness
Welcome to Angela Lin Yee’s blog about organizational leadership!
What High-Performing Organizations Have in Common: Lessons for Any Leader
Why do some organizations thrive while others struggle? The key is organizational effectiveness — built on strong culture, clear communication, strategic direction, and leadership development. With 50% of employees willing to take a pay cut for a great culture, leaders must prioritize these factors to drive engagement, retention, and long-term success.
Raising Leaders: The Simple Path to Growing Talent from Within
Discover how to identify and nurture leadership potential within your team. Learn three essential traits to identify future leaders. Developing talent internally reduces turnover, strengthens teamwork, and drives sustainable growth for your organization.
Why It’s Not a Good Idea to Be a Plant at My House — And What Gardening Can Teach You About Growing Your Team Effectively
Keep your team motivated — even when there’s not a clear path to advancement! Learn valuable insights from gardening — and the trillium flower — to spur individual growth in three areas. Turn your team into a thriving workplace by cultivating their development.
Avoiding the Bypass Mistake: Why Speeding Up Could Be Slowing You Down
Avoiding the bypass mistake in leadership involves slowing down to consult the right people before making decisions. This approach can prevent frustration, resistance, and delays, ultimately leading to better outcomes and higher morale.
Is Your Change Management Failing? Here’s What You Might Be Overlooking
Why do 70% of change efforts fail? Often, leaders overlook their organization's capacity for change. Like babies, organizations have limits. Understanding these limits prevents resistance and burnout, ensuring successful transformations. Learn how assessing change readiness can pave the way for effective change management.
The Focus Factor: How Streamlining Your Strategy Boosts Organizational Success
Discover how "less plus better" focus can surpass the conventional "more is better" approach. Learn to transform organizational effectiveness by focusing on core strengths, simplifying operations, and enhancing quality. Unleash the power of strategic focus for long-term success and improved customer loyalty.
Vague Values, Vague Results: Why Your Values Aren’t Guiding Your Team
Are your organization's values creating clarity or chaos? Discover why vague values can lead to misalignment and conflict, and learn how clearly defined values can guide decision-making and align your team for success.