Two weeks ago, I presented a keynote on generations at a conference with an emphasis on Gen Z and Gen Alpha. Easy enough, as I have been researching generations and sharing new qualities and similarities to audiences for quite some time. What does surprise me is how some are reluctant to embrace some generations, instead…
Job searching can be overwhelming, confusing and take time. It’s easy to throw up your arms and settle for a position that is pretty good. That’s fine, if there is a good chance of it leading to really good! Here are 3 things that you should consider when job searching that will help you land…
Leadership is both an acquired skill and one that you’re born with. It takes instinct, vision and guts to lead well. There are many ways to grow your leadership skills and effectiveness. What follows are 5 ways to grow your leadership that brings with them remarkable results for individuals professionally and personally. Connecting with all…
The workplace is continuing to change in 2023. Here are some of the biggest trends that will impact you are your workplace. Workplace mental well-being is continuing to grow in popularity as we slowly squeeze our way out of the pandemic. According to a survey by Gympass, an employee well-being platform, 48% of employees said…
While reading this, I’d ask you to keep in mind three things as I break down what Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) are going to look like in the near future – in simple language that even I can understand. 1- This is for you and will directly affect your professional and personal…
Quiet promotions are here. Did you know this? In 2022, I wrote about quiet quitting. The response was as I thought it would be. Some people were aware of the term and what it meant. Others denied that it existed. And many, were actively in the process of quietly quitting their job, meaning stay at…
The Great Resignation is behind us. The new workplace phenomenon is quiet quitting. First coined by Zaid Kahn, he advocates separating work from your identity and productivity from your worth as a person. No longer just an HR focus, employee engagement and wellness are slowly becoming an integral part of business strategies. It is no…
Placing trust in your people, the folks you chose over other candidates, is important. We understand this concept and also struggle to do so. Why? As a small business owner, I trust my team. I have to. I vetted them, selected them over other qualified individuals and don’t waste time mulling over minutiae and mind-numbing…
Workplace productivity is always a focus and for good reason. That’s where money is made. And lost! Compassionate leaders understand this, and work hard and even are trained to develop skills that enhance this important trait. Here’s the thing, some companies are putting in the work with DEI, training leadership to listen better, yes training…
During my keynote last month at a national conference, I suggested that participants consider instituting a 4 day work week. There were audible cheers, enough to know this topic was rich with potential. My discussions with leaders in many organizations, as well as staff, shifts between employees’ desires for a 4 day work week and…
