In a typical work environment, comprised of cubed work stations, a min-kitchen, shared facilities and limited resources, people can quickly grow surly when pressure elevates. Though conflicts may arise and personalities will clash, agreeing to disagree may be the best course of action. Good working relationships are not only important in reducing turnover and increasing […]
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Avoid Work Perk Distractions
As crazy as this sounds, I have a client company that is struggling with employees spending so much time and energy in their work perks that they’ve noticed a huge dip in productivity. What once was designed to fully engage and spike motivation and productivity has caused a reverse effect. This organization is discovering that […]
Don’t Let Social Media Hurt Your Career
You can severely damage your career by using social media as a weapon. It’s much easier to be rude, cruel or powerful when you sit behind a computer, so much so that I’m often asked to facilitate teambuilding sessions for groups in severe conflict over a comment made online. Just the same, I have also […]
Is Time Creating Conflict?
Believe it or not, I often coach with individuals who are in conflict over time. No, not what you might think—not enough time, pending deadlines or overwhelming demands on their time. Rather, the conflict stems from clock watching. In other words… “If I don’t see you, then you’re not working.” This statement, shared with me […]
Three C’s to Reducing Conflict
Did you know that 85 percent of employees deal with conflict on some level on a regular basis? According to a Workplace report published in 2017, a startling statistic unearthed is that U.S. employees spend 2.1 hours per week involved with conflict, which costs employers approximately $359 billion a year.* Wow. The hurt and tension […]
Avoid Sending Angry Emails
The best way to address hurt feelings in the workplace is to confront your aggressor face-to-face and in an unemotional and professional tone and share your concerns. Talking things out is the only way to really resolve conflict. Still, most of us don’t relish—or take—this approach. In fact, many turn to a “safer” solution of […]
It’s Okay To Say “Hello” on Social Media
By kim on September 16, 2018 in Interview Questions & Tips, Million Dollar Career, Resume, CV & Salary
Of course this statement is a little sassy but it is a query I often ponder. I guess it goes back to my childhood days when I just adored having a pen pal. I like communicating with people and getting to know people that I’m connecting with. I also know I’m not alone. What do […]
Strive To Be Happy
I wouldn’t ask anyone to walk around with an inauthentic smile plastered on his or her face. I know that when I don’t feel like smiling I certainly don’t. But I’m learning more and more about how we can be happy even when we don’t feel like being happy. And it all begins with a […]
Take The Next Step. Go The Extra Mile
Working today with a great client of mine around her personal branding, we delved into the research she’d completed with those who know her. This, coupled with what we unearthed in coaching, revealed one character description that kept rising to the top: “Takes the next steps.” What a great attribute. Imagine being known for your […]
How’s Your Career EQ?
I’m certain you’ve heard of Emotional Intelligence. “We are no longer only judged by intellectual abilities and work competencies alone but by personal qualities. IQ takes second position to EQ.” While emotional intelligence is integral in all aspects of our lives, it’s prudent to develop it for our careers. Understanding how to cultivate it is […]