As this holiday season approaches, it is the time of year when we tend to gather and celebrate together. While there is great value in taking time off work and away from the rigors of our careers to spend quality time with our families, there is also a benefit in celebrating with those with who…
The coined term “Climbing the Corporate Ladder” often represents the progress made inside an organization while moving from entry-level to mid and upper-level positions through successes and promotions garnished because of the time and commitment someone has put into their career. The prospect of moving up in a company can keep you excited about and…
Creativity shouldn’t be an afterthought in the workplace. Yet it’s often ignored because it’s hard to measure and quantify. Here’s the thing, though: Encouraging creativity from your people engages them—and makes them more productive as a byproduct. When you welcome contributions and ideas, people feel valued and are less likely to look for another job….
While many organizations did not expect to still be in a state of influx with the “return to office” discussion, one thing is clear—hybrid workforces are here to stay for the foreseeable future. While many employees don’t miss commuting to and from the office, they do miss the human connection an office environment brings. Couple…
In a time that has been dubbed as “The Great Resignation,” being mindful of your overall team morale is key. Without a team, a company can not reach or exceed goals. Your people will always be your most valuable assets. Here are three Dale Carnegie quotes to guide you in your leadership efforts in this…
Bohdi Sanders once said, “Your reputation is what others think of you; your character is what you truly are. Reputations can be manipulated; character can only be developed and maintained.” If you have ever held a leadership position, you know that it comes with a lot of feedback—good feedback, negative feedback, private feedback, public feedback,…
In a society that is heavily reliant on technology, people skills can often suffer. We know how to communicate on social media and via text, but we don’t always know how to communicate face-to-face. When the nation seemed to go fully virtual almost overnight, it left a lot of businesses and organizations confused on how…
We can all probably agree that we didn’t expect the pandemic to be affecting our professional (and personal) lives as we near the beginning of 2022. While businesses try to establish their new sense of normalcy, they are turning to hybrid work dynamics to serve their teams best. While most people are familiar with leveraging…
When we think of leadership, we often think about leading others. But it is important to remember that before you can do that effectively, you have to be able to lead yourself. That will look different for everyone, but the principle remains the same—do you practice what you preach? Do you walk the walk? Here…
Leaders need to be proactive in finding solutions to problems before they arise. Pinpointing opportunities for improvement through creative brainstorming, and logically evaluating options assists in decision making and avoiding issues before they develop—enter critical thinking. What is critical thinking you ask? Great question! Critical thinking is the ability to think in an organized and…