Lately, I’ve been hearing a lot of, “I don’t have time to chat” – especially for anything that feels “social” at work. I appreciate you’re all busy. But: chatting, connecting, supporting one another… it’s not ‘extra stuff’. It’s essential.
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How to Strengthen Your Mind-Body Connection at Work
When it comes to thriving at work, success isn’t just about your to-do list or technical expertise—it’s about your mind-body connection. In this Forbes feature, Julie Kantor shares 17 practical tips that bridge physical well-being and mental focus, helping you unlock more energy, resilience, and clarity in your career.
How To Strengthen Discipline: Work First, Play Later
Discipline doesn’t have to mean punishment or endless willpower. In her Forbes Coaches Council feature, Julie Kantor shares a practical tip: do the hard work first, then reward yourself with the easier “play.” Learn how this simple strategy can boost your discipline—and check out the full list of expert insights on Forbes.
Interpersonal Glue: The Secret Ingredient Your Workday Is Missing
Work isn’t just about tasks and deadlines—it’s about connection. In her Forbes article, Julie Kantor explains why interpersonal glue is essential for thriving teams and how small, human moments make all the difference.
Time to Learn to Surf
The need to manage change is not new. In fact, years ago I gave a keynote, “ Managing the Seas of Change.” However, these days, my clients are talking about facing changes on a daily basis. The waves seem bigger; the wind is stronger and coming from all directions.
It’s time to learn to surf.
Emails: 10 Essential Do’s and 10 Hazardous Don’ts
Depending on which study you read, U.S. employees spend 25-90% of their workday reading and writing emails. Writing effective emails are essential to work productivity. In this article, we discuss the do’s and don’ts effective professionals should be employing.
360 Assessments: How to Use Them Wisely
360 assessments are powerful tools for leadership development—but only when used thoughtfully. In this blog, executive coach Julie Kantor, PhD shares how to avoid common pitfalls, personalize the feedback process, and transform data into actionable growth.
Addressing Challenges and Solving Problems: A 4-Step Approach
The idea of facing challenges at work can be scary, but it gets significantly easier when you realize that challenges are simply choices that you have to make. There doesn’t have to be anything terrifying or worrisome. Here’s some tips to take the stress out of solving problems.
Getting a Promotion or a Raise: Asking Isn’t Enough
A simple, but generally unsuccessful, approach to getting a promotion or raise is to ask for one. Here we share ways to get recognized and rewarded for your good work rather than just waiting for someone to notice you.
Mastering the Balance: Managing Up and Down as a Leader
Leaders today are often caught in between leading and managing the employees they are responsible for, and remaining accountable to their supervisor and higher-ups. Holding the capability of both managing up and managing down is a skill.