We recently discussed evaluating how we spend our time. Now let’s look at who we spend our time with. Our close associates will rub off on us. You’ve heard variations of the saying, “Show me your friends and I’ll show you who you are.” Foster relationships that will help you grow. Who helps you feel […]
If you aren’t already freelancing, give it a try! As long as you aren’t violating your contract with your current company, it can be a great way to make the transition from day job to gainfully self-employed. What You’ll Learn The gig economy will teach you to be a successful businessperson as you find clients, […]
What is It? According to Cascadia Workshops: “Empowered Communication (also known as Compassionate Communication, Nonviolent Communication™ or NVC) is a way of speaking that facilitates the flow of communication needed to exchange information and resolve differences peacefully. It helps us identify our shared values & needs, encourages us to use language that increases goodwill, and […]
There’s a Dilbert cartoon where the boss says he only hires people smarter than him. Dilbert points out that that means the person at the top of the organization is the least intelligent. Organizations that hire for diversity will look for complements to fill knowledge gaps. A consultative communication and leadership style honors the validity […]
What Shapes Traditionals Traditionals, sometimes called the Silent Generation, Mature Generation, or the Greatest Generation were born 1945 or earlier. They came of age during the Great Depression. There is a frugality to them that other generations do not have. They experienced a change in the family when times were tough. Many young ones moved […]
