Are You Building Walls?
The hype about building walls to maintain borders is entering through both ears and eyes today, as the US President tries to convince his opposition of a strategy for protection and division. I too am sitting with the idea of building walls; but these are emotional walls that protect us from the pain and suffering […]
Peace At Work
It’s back to work for most, where there’s another family … a working crew that you haven’t necessarily chosen either, but you’re supposed to Play Nice in the Sandbox with them anyway, and that can be challenging.
The Gift of Self
Give to Yourself – So much extra goes into this season. Extra planning, preparation, travel, finances etc, which can leave us feeling fatigued, stressed, pressed for time, and financially exhausted. In the spirit of Christmas, and the holidays that you choose to recognize, I am wishing you peace, joy and love. Many people think I […]
Too Busy to Lead?
I hear this objection all the time … “Im too busy to …” Making time for proper guidance is critical. This tip is written by Greg Schinkel of Unique Training & Development. You’ll learn more like this at our upcoming course at the end of this month. Meanwhile, sink your teeth into this great tip. […]
Promoting From Within – Problems and Opportunities
[av_textblock size=” font_color=” color=” av-medium-font-size=” av-small-font-size=” av-mini-font-size=” custom_class=” admin_preview_bg=”] One of the root causes of conflict that I’ve experienced while working with many organizations is that front line leaders; supervisors promoted from the front line level don’t often have the skills necessary to manage people. Some tend to say the wrong thing, or say things […]
Perform Well at Work and Life
Performance at Work and in Life I’m grateful to have been invited as a guest on Dr. Cindra Kamphoff’s High Performance Mindset Podcast. Cindra and I had a fantastic time talking about performance at work and in life, and the link to my Sandbox concept. In this podcast, we discuss workplace relationships, how to unravel […]
Common Issues Of Promoting From Within
I get it. You want to promote your people, leverage their corporate experience and knowledge, and help them climb the corporate ladder. Problem = One of the root causes of conflict that I’ve experienced while working with many organizations is that supervisors promoted from the front line level don’t yet have the skills to manage […]
Show Up and Listen
What a great summer it’s been in Northern Ontario. September is a time to shift into a new routine and for many that means back to school. For me, it means both my teens off to University for the first time, and a shift for all of us into a new routine of deeper focus […]
Getting Along in a Different Sandbox
Are you bringing family issues with you to the workplace? Be sure to check out the audio file or transcript of this fantastic interview on workplace conflict training and resolution.
Inspired by Blues Fest Musicians
A ten day North Western Ontario road trip was topped off with three full days at a music festival. It’s my first one … ever. Why haven’t I done this before? I’m so inspired by the female singer / songwriters who got up on stage and gave us everything they had in energy and talent. […]