The holidays are a time for celebration and setting personal resolutions, but there's a valuable, often overlooked aspect for professionals—especially those at the helm of agencies.
While it's natural to focus on self-improvement goals such as fitness or quitting bad habits, it's crucial for leaders to also use this time to reflect on their professional journey and leadership style. This becomes even more important on the back of a challenging year that—like 2008’s financial crisis—tested our resilience and adaptability.
I understand the exhaustion and stress of steering through the recent sluggish market. The disengagement and discontent among staff, especially noticeable in the reluctance to return to office routines, presented an added layer of complexity. While consistent efforts to revitalize the workspace are being made, they often fall short of addressing the real issues.