To take a few new steps on your journey to inclusion, journal your responses to the following three questions. As you write, consider how your behavior might show up in the experience of others who are culturally different from you along any number of dimensions of cultural diversity: When it comes to inclusion, my habit or […]
Read More →Many people in our country have been hurt and are hurting for way, way too long. Yes, wounds are inflicted as people engage in the broader society. And we have to be honest and say, they’re also inflicted in the workplace…in your workplace. You, especially if you’re a leader, have the power to make significant, […]
Read More →According to Gallup, by 2025, Millennials will make up 75 percent of the workforce. They will be the majority of the rank and file and hold the majority of leadership positions. This bodes well for companies that are embracing diversity and inclusiveness. Gallup contributors Camille Patrick and Ella Washington say Millennials are uniquely positioned to advance this workplace […]
Read More →Spirit of Purpose · The Real Reason You Might Miss the Office If you went to an office or another workplace every day, one of the things you may have taken for granted is the opportunity to switch gears. According to the Wall Street Journal, many people are experiencing a lack of separation between their home […]
Read More →The ease with which an email can be sent, and the rush to move on to the next task, can be a dangerous combination. The result can be emails that fuel the fire rather than move the process forward. So, if you haven’t read the sender’s entire email and understand the message, pause before you […]
Read More →When you feel stress or anxiety, do you double down by also feeling guilty about it? According to the Harvard Health Blog, that can contribute to poor, long-term psychological health. Contributor Dr. David R Topor sites a study in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, which concluded that people who accept feeling bad fare […]
Read More →You may have noticed a proliferation of group sing-alongs by people who are under strict stay at home orders all over the world. We see entire communities of people are singing on their balconies or through open windows. We hear about online music sessions with people who know or don’t know each other. These gatherings are more than […]
Read More →Have you ever received feedback and wondered, “Where on earth did that come from?” It seems so not like you, hard to believe, downright wrong. Of course, sometimes, feedback is based on misperception. And, at other times, it may be a precious gift you don’t want to accept. Feedback that sounds foreign – unlike anything […]
Read More →Even the Best Team Members Benefit from Basic Skills Training Some leaders believe that because they manage their time well and prioritize with ease that doing so comes naturally to everyone. For these managers, any employee who procrastinates, misses deadlines or is disorganized is a source of frustration. Leaders have a responsibility for developing employees, […]
Read More →Many people are dealing with guilt associated with their Coronavirus activities or lack thereof. According to Mindtools.com, there are two kinds of guilt — healthy and unhealthy – and there are ways to address both. But first, it’s important to understand what kind of guilt you’re dealing with. Healthy guilt is proportionate or rational – a reaction […]
Read More →Do You Frequently CC the Boss When Emailing Co-Workers? Does the boss request that she be CC’d to stay in the loop? Research from the University of Cambridge suggests that this damages trust. To many, copying the boss on emails is a clear signal that you suspect they’ll under deliver. It can feel like a […]
Read More →It’s About More Than Loving Your Job We seldom use the word “love” in the workplace. But in its broader meaning, the word is very fitting. When we operate from love, at home, at work or as we move about the world, we show up as unique and special. We more easily find ways to […]
Read More →Spirit of Purpose · 6 Ways to Manage Remote Team Members It goes without saying that managing remotely differs from managing in-person. No more managing-by-walking-around. There are fewer opportunities to give spontaneous feedback. Standing and ad hoc meetings may still happen, but the rules are not exactly the same. Harvard Business Review contributor Sabina Nawaz offers 6 great […]
Read More →Spirit of Purpose · How To Live A Creative Life Keep Fear From Killing Your Creativity Author Joseph Chilton Pearce said, “To live a creative life, we must lose our fear of being wrong.” By it’s very nature, creativity is about taking risks. Exploring the unknown can be frightening. Sticking with the status quo may […]
Read More →Spirit of Purpose · 8 Ways To Say No Polite Ways To Turn Someone Down Saying “no” can be difficult – even if it’s the right thing to do. WorkingMother.com contributor Renee Peterson Trudeau offers these eight ways to do the deed. Try Just no. “Thanks, I’ll have to pass on that.” Then say nothing more. […]
Read More →When crises like the Coronavirus impact the business world, it’s important to have a good structure for decision-making. McKinsey & Company offers 6 tips to ensure your decision-making remains solid when battling the unprecedented and unbelievable. First, take a breath. Step back, take stock and prioritize. Consider the long-term implications – look beyond what’s happening right now. This alleviates […]
Read More →Increase Your Chances of Success Before You Take On The Boss Speaking truth to power is important, and risky. Often, it’s hard to understand when and why speaking up might backfire. Harvard Business Review contributors Megan Reitz and John Higgins suggest asking yourself these questions before confronting someone above you. How much do you believe […]
Read More →Maintaining a positive outlook can be difficult. But consciously choosing the focus on the positive can build resilience for difficult times. Harvard Medical School offers these three tips that will help you harness your positive psychology. Express gratitude. Show thankful appreciation for simple things like a roof over your head or having people who care […]
Read More →Here are four quick tips from Harvard Business Review that can help you adapt to the unusual work conditions sparked by the Coronavirus. Try to accept that each coworker copes differently. Some might be optimistic and others pessimistic. Some may have trouble finding a quiet place to work or be worried about older relatives. Circumstances for each person vary, […]
Read More →I hear from leaders I coach that they’re concerned about how their employees are doing, but they’re afraid to intrude and overstep their boundaries. An article in the Washington Post argues that allowing loneliness to set in is a health risk. We humans are social beings. Research shows that people who live alone, or report feeling lonely, […]
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