So...how are your people doing at work this week? Is it a week full of positive emotions, new growth, creation and adventure, or is everyone just doing the best they can to survive? Either way, it might be time for a soil test.Right now, I'm kind ...
Did you know? Every year in March, the 20th (which happens to be tomorrow) has been designated International Happiness Day by the United Nations! On 28th June 2012, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the resolution to designate such a day each year, saying... "The General ...
No, really. Let's talk about feelings (positive AND negative emotions) in the workplace. Why? Well, because, you know. We all have them. They affect everything we do and don't do. And if you're a Leader in YOUR workplace, you need to be familiar with the kind of ...
There are times when it becomes crystal clear what your focus needs to be in your role as a Leader. This is one of those times; have you heard of the 3:1, Positive to Negative ratio?It's pretty simple - according to research by Emily Heaphy (University of Michigan ...
Working with a new client the other day, talking about her work and life, I could see it coming. Before the words had even formed on their lips, I braced myself for what I knew was coming…and sure enough, the next thing out of her mouth...“The ...
A long time ago, early in my management career, I was told to “stop wearing my heart on my sleeve”. I was shamed into hiding my natural empathy for my co-workers; my desire to connect, to care and to nurture them professionally and personally. In ...