When I taught college full-time, I noticed a shift in student behavior in 2015. Most traditional-aged college students spent much… Read more Soft skills & Gen Z: Helping today’s college students & entry-level employees
Category: communication
Prevention versus damage control: Invest in what produces change
Here are some sobering stats related to conflict in the workplace. 10% of employees reported missed project deadlines due to… Read more Prevention versus damage control: Invest in what produces change
Putting down our anvils: Mindful communication as pathway to cultural sensitivity & inclusion
There are four common barriers to competent cross-cultural communication. Making decisions based on faulty assumptions Fear and ego Deep-seated biases… Read more Putting down our anvils: Mindful communication as pathway to cultural sensitivity & inclusion
Social media engagement: A gift?
One way I help fulfill fulfill nonprofit organizations’ missions is by building brand awareness via social media. I’m no newbie to social media management.
The bravest thing a leader can do
What is the bravest thing any small business owner, leader, or manager can do? What is the boldest question a… Read more The bravest thing a leader can do
Learning from everyone in the workplace
I once joined a professional organization with a diverse membership. We met weekly and discussed industry-related research. Every member sought… Read more Learning from everyone in the workplace
Scary interview moments
Let’s face it—interviews can be downright scary. Many of us, no matter how much work experience or charisma we possess,… Read more Scary interview moments
Why manners matter
Have you ever met someone who made a terrible first impression? Chances are, this person practiced manners poorly and lacked… Read more Why manners matter
Helping, not hovering: Career assistance advice for parents of Gen Z students & recent grads
Do you cringe when hearing the term “helicopter parents?” Nobody wants to be that parent—hovering over her child, offering unsolicited… Read more Helping, not hovering: Career assistance advice for parents of Gen Z students & recent grads
Why you need to prepare an elevator pitch
It’s virtually impossible to separate networking and branding. We work our whole lives to build a reputation (our brand), and… Read more Why you need to prepare an elevator pitch