“It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” Or not. For some, the holidays can be difficult, whether it’s crunch time at work or they’re dealing with personal issues that make the season a challenge. And it’s inevitable that people will be distracted as the year winds down, for whatever reason. It can all add… Read More »
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Diversity and Inclusion in the Modern Workplace
“Diversity is having a seat at the table, inclusion is having a voice, and belonging is having that voice be heard.” These words from authors Liz Fosslein and Mollie West summarize the importance and value of diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. The best work teams are the most diverse teams, and the… Read More »
Your Relationship with Your Coworkers is More Important than You Might Think
You spend a lot of time at work – whether it’s on site or remotely. So, building good relationships with those you interact with on a day-to-day basis is critical. It can have a huge impact on how successful you are, how much you enjoy your work, and how happy you are with your life… Read More »
You Can’t Hire Your Way to a Diverse Workforce: Here’s Why
Achieving true diversity within your business and its workforce is about more than just checking a box that says you’ve succeeded in hiring people from different backgrounds. Recruitment for diversity is a great and necessary start, but it’s not a panacea. Hiring for Diversity To optimize diversity in your recruitment tactics: Make changes as needed… Read More »
What Do Your Coworkers Think of You? Here’s How to Know if Their Perception is Reality
You’ve probably heard the saying, “Perception is reality.” But even if you haven’t, the concept is worth considering – especially when it comes to relationships with your coworkers. Physical, Quick, Acute and Intuitive The dictionary defines perception as “awareness of the elements of environment through physical sensation; physical sensation interpreted in the light of experience;… Read More »
Are You Cut Out for a C-Suite Position?
Do you want to make it all the way to the top at your company? It’s not for everybody – and that’s okay, of course. But if you’ve envisioned yourself as a senior-level executive, but aren’t quite sure it’s realistic or feasible, there are some indicators that could tell you whether you’re moving in the… Read More »
Overcome Self Doubt by Following These Confidence Boosting Tips
“It is confidence in our bodies, minds and spirits that allows us to keep looking for new adventures, new directions to grow in, and new lessons to learn – which is what life is all about.” Few people would argue with these words from media mogul Oprah Winfrey. But sometimes, self-confidence is hard to achieve,… Read More »
Recruiting Top Talent Might Be More Challenging Than Ever. Here’s Why:
Recruiting top talent has always been challenging, but one thing that makes it even more difficult today than before—how we work has changed. More and more companies and their employees are going remote, working from home, or otherwise redefining the workplace to be more flexible and accommodating of how people want to live their lives.… Read More »
Ways to Support the Equality of Women at Work
The business world has made strides in advancing gender equity, but there’s still a long way to go. Numerous studies show that women still earn less, get promoted less frequently, and are underrepresented in the highest leadership positions. In 2020, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, women’s annual earnings were 83 percent of… Read More »
We Need to Be Having Conversations About Race in the Workplace
In recent years, the global pandemic, civil unrest, and political and economic upheaval have made people feel divided and uncertain, possibly more so than ever before. So, having ongoing conversations that cultivate multi-cultural tolerance and mutual understanding is increasingly important – in society and at work. Seek First to Understand When trying to build relationships… Read More »