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“It Doesn’t Happen to Me” Isn’t Good Enough Anymore
I’ve heard it too many times. “It doesn’t happen to me.” “My team doesn’t have these issues.” “Our organization is different.” The...
Jessica Bensch
Dec 19, 20242 min read


Honest Feedback Shouldn’t Come with a Price
“𝐈 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐧𝐚ï𝐯𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤—𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈 𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐭.” This statement isn’t rare....
Jessica Bensch
Dec 12, 20244 min read


It’s Time to Coordinate the Good Work
Around the world, countless organizations, leaders, and movements are driving positive change in workplaces. They’re addressing trust,...
Jessica Bensch
Dec 5, 20242 min read


No Time for the “Fluffy Stuff”? Think Again.
As a leader, you’re juggling a lot: strategy, shareholder expectations, budgets, and an endless stream of decisions. Every day feels like...
Jessica Bensch
Nov 28, 20243 min read


Platitudes Are Not Enough: Where’s the Real Change?
Social media is littered with feel-good platitudes about workplace culture. Posts about trust, inclusion, and psychological safety flood...
Jessica Bensch
Nov 21, 20242 min read


Why a Global Movement for Workplace Change Is Needed: and How Vanguard Voices Can Help CHange the stories
It’s no secret: workplaces around the world are struggling to build environments where trust, accountability, and authenticity thrive....
Jessica Bensch
Nov 15, 20244 min read


Why Partnering with Vanguard Voices is a Game-Changer for Companies and Leaders
In a world where employees demand more from their workplaces, words are no longer enough. Companies talk about trust, accountability, and...
Jessica Bensch
Nov 8, 20244 min read


The Danger of Flattening Work Stories: Why Every Voice Matters
The story of work, much like the story of life, is far more complex than it appears on the surface. Yet, over time, workplaces tend to...
Jessica Bensch
Oct 31, 20244 min read


Revealing The Truth Behind “no Tolerance” Policies
Many organizations have a "no tolerance" policy for bullying and harassment. It sounds strong. It’s meant to signal safety, fairness, and...
Jessica Bensch
Oct 24, 20242 min read


Psychological Safety: Beyond Theory and Empty Promises
It’s easy to hire someone with all the right degrees, the credentials, the impressive resume, and who has the perfect answers in...
Jessica Bensch
Oct 17, 20243 min read


From Illusions to Action: How Leaders Can Make Upward Feedback Real
“My door is always open.” “I value your input.” We’ve all heard these phrases from leaders. Often paired with a charming smile and a...
Jessica Bensch
Oct 10, 20243 min read


The Role of Leadership in Building Psychologically Safe Workplaces
Leadership isn’t just about meeting targets and making decisions; it’s about building a culture where people feel safe, valued, and...
Jessica Bensch
Oct 3, 20242 min read


How Employee Voices Drive True Workplace Change
For too long, workplaces have been dominated by silence. Employees hesitate to speak up due to fear of repercussions, missed...
Jessica Bensch
Sep 26, 20242 min read


Psychological Safety in the Workplace: Why It’s so much More Than a Buzzword
Terms like “psychological safety” are often used in our workplaces and all over social media but not fully understood. While some may see...
Jessica Bensch
Sep 18, 20242 min read


Is Your personal Credibility on the Team on the Brink of Collapse?
In the space of global corporations, and greater remote work post-COVID, the question of whether in-person relationships carry weight has...
Jessica Bensch
Sep 11, 20243 min read


Putting on the Suit.. and the Persona
There are many people who believe they have to be one person at home and another at work. This doesn't mean that they are mild-mannered...
Jessica Bensch
Sep 4, 20243 min read


Target the Bullies at Work with Action
Bullying happens more often than many realize or perhaps would like to admit. The most common advice will be to document all the actions...
Jessica Bensch
Aug 28, 20243 min read


The Open Secret: Your Colleagues Are Watching You on Social Media
Social Media, from a business view, is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, there is information and intelligence to be gained. It also...
Jessica Bensch
Aug 21, 20243 min read


Exit Interviews are the Opportunity Most Companies Miss
How many times have you seen people leave a company and wondered the reason why? Or perhaps you know why and wonder whether anyone at a...
Jessica Bensch
Aug 14, 20243 min read


Don’t be Lured by False Bait and false promises
Your manager promises you any number of ways to motivate you and to keep you ‘happy.’ It's very easy to say many words. Equally it can be...
Jessica Bensch
Aug 7, 20243 min read
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