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Pursuing Happiness & Success: The Science of Positivity
It may sound like stating the obvious, but your outlook on life, impacts your life. Outlook is powerful in that a positive vs. negative perspective has the capability of shaping…
8 Tips for Building Assertive Communication Skills as a Woman
Effective communication is always a hot topic in the professional world. Indeed, communication experts agree that the most productive and progressive way to communicate is through honest and transparent dialogue—which…
The Power of Listening: Developing Skills that Lead to Better Conversations
I want you to think about two words: listening and hearing. What do these two words mean? Are they synonymous with each other? I don’t think so because hearing isn’t…
6 Steps to Bring Out the Best in Clients When They’re at Their Worst
We have all heard the old adage, “The customer is always right.” While it’s a concept that is usually tied to customer service mantras and operational handbooks, the reality is…
Why Delegate? 4 Tips for Learning to Let Go
As a leader or a manager, learning to delegate can feel like a challenge. Indeed, it can be one of those things that simply becomes an ongoing developmental process—you never…
The Eisenhower Decision Matrix: Important vs. Urgent
The 34th President of the United States is the subject of today’s post—and in reality, an interesting case study in what effective executive leadership, focus, and prioritization looks like when…
Not Just an Annual Review: It’s So Much More
In my business, we consult with many interesting organizations—ranging from well-known, publically-traded companies to professional service firms, non-profits and media giants. There are many lines of inquiry thrown around during…
Be the Best or Bust: Realigning the Female Leader’s Uneven Playing Field
Ever since women have entered the workplace they have been traversing the slippery slope that is based upon the incompatibility that comes when traditional female gender norms are combined with…
Maximizing Current Employee Behaviors by Supporting Their Future
Part of being a leader is helping employees to grow and realize their potential. When you actively communicate with each member of your team about their individual career paths, it…