Working across silos is fraught with challenges, especially when it comes to meetings. Turf wars, internal politics, and lack of focus all interfere with a productive conversation, leading to wasted time and frustration. Fortunately, there are ways to solve problems faster, reduce repetition, and be more productive through a technique called claiming. Read on for more … Continue reading Cross-Team Meetings Don’t Have to Be a Waste of Time
7 Reasons Why Traditions Are So Important
Reflecting on our Presidential Inauguration, the topic of traditions came to mind. Many of us during our conversion to a virtual world were wondering how to keep up with company (and even our family) traditions over the holiday and other special events. We often have discussions on company culture as well. It makes me realize … Continue reading 7 Reasons Why Traditions Are So Important
Rethinking Resolutions – Prioritizing for the New Year
While it is still January, some may still be reflecting on New Year’s Resolutions. I found the attached article interesting and love the rock, pebbles, and sand analysis. Enjoy and take care! Rethinking Resolutions — Prioritizing for the New Year | Purpose in Leadership This Talking Tuesday is recommended by: Sherie Russell
Remote Team Celebrations
“Whether you are working in a socially-distanced office or hiding from the webcam in your bed (hand raised), you may find yourself challenged to come up with ways to safely engage teams during this holiday season. The article below provides a few unique ideas to help!” Read more here. This Talking Tuesday is recommended by: Natalie … Continue reading Remote Team Celebrations
Those that Lead, Speak. And Write. The Role of Content Marketing
From Aecumen, LLC, written by Scott D. Butcher, FSMPS, CPSM For the past several years, “content marketing” has been the buzzword in the business world. We’ve all been told about the importance of blogs, ebooks, white papers, vlogs (video blogs), and more. And we’ve seen how some of the leading firms in our industry – … Continue reading Those that Lead, Speak. And Write. The Role of Content Marketing
Denzel Washington’s Life Advice – FALL FORWARD
My younger son graduated with an Associates degree over the weekend. Being a "virtual" commencement ceremony, we all gathered in the living room to watch the encouraging words of the school president and the keynote speaker. The health crisis has grounded my mother-in-law in Australia until travel restrictions are lifted. But that didn't stop her … Continue reading Denzel Washington’s Life Advice – FALL FORWARD
Upping the Ante
During EDS18 in Salt Lake City, the pre-conference training was by Katherine Belt. She is a wonderful communication coach. Weekly, she offers a Monday Morning Stretch article usually of personal reflection and guidance. This week's article, Upping the Ante, spoke to me and I wanted to share it with you. If you are interested, go … Continue reading Upping the Ante
Our Offices Will Never Be the Same
"It’s hard to imagine now—as most of us are reading this in quarantine, with our feet propped on Costco boxes of spaghetti noodles—but we will one day have to go back to our offices. COVID-19 won’t be eradicated, and not everyone will be immune. But we’ll still be expected to sit at a desk and … Continue reading Our Offices Will Never Be the Same
When to Give Yourself a Break
There are currently about 66 million plus articles out right now (really, google for yourself) telling you how to be productive working from home right now. With the extra "free time" you have right now you might be exercising more, picking up new hobbies, investing in learning online and getting more work done! While these … Continue reading When to Give Yourself a Break
Shopping During COVID-19: Consumerism Persists
The past few weeks as buyers have been scooping up toilet paper, disinfectant wipes, or the panic buy of the week there have been other purchases that have helped sustain some of our markets- mainly food delivery, and online shopping. And while it might be easy right now to just click away the boredom – … Continue reading Shopping During COVID-19: Consumerism Persists
