We follow the work of The Resilience Institute and refer to its ideas in our workshops. Its latest research on mental health is a good reminder of s...
Let's look at the conversations we need to have. We'll look into preparing yourself and saying what you need to say. Then it's about tuning into the...
It's the details that matter to build the team
Hilary Bryan
9 July 2023
It might sound like a cliche to look at the Crusaders for lessons in strong team dynamics. But it's worth it.
How can we work and collaborate better? Kristen takes a look at what neuroscience has to say about it. This is our first in-person Tea & Toast since...
Tea & Toast: What's the fuss about local government?
Hilary Bryan
27 July 2023
Water, review of the whole sector and reform of the Resource Management Act. All three are big. So, it's time to get to grips with the sector - what...
5 Types of Retrospectives for your team
Kristen Gyorgak
9 July 2023
There is no end to our improvement journey. It’s not enough to promote continuous improvement, we have to expect it. And if we expect it, we have to...
Kristen's June Tea & Toast is all about team building. She explores a range of activities that you can use to bring your team together. Join us to a...
Check your team's well-being
Kristen Gyorgak
3 September 2023
Kristen offers some practical prompts to check on your team's well-being.
When you're working within a team, you're bound to have some tensions that arise from time to time. Anyone worth their salt will tell you that all o...