“Self awareness leads to self development.” – Janna Cochola There are 5 pieces of feedback I received that changed the trajectory of my career. They came from executives, mentors, peers, and friends. Without their input, I am confident I would be in a different place today. And though some of it was hard to hear, [...]
Throughout the year, there are various peak busy seasons where our skills, knowledge, and effort are in most demand. During these times, it feels like our lives revolve around fulfilling everyone else’s needs, demands, expectations, and timing. And, if we’re not careful, we can begin to feel like all our efforts are taken for granted. [...]
In the March 13, 2023 HR Huddle, Tamera Loerzel and Samantha Mansfield discuss using your personality assessment results, such as Myers-Briggs®, to better understand your communication preferences and how to improve communicating with others on your team based on their preferences. Join us live every Monday at 4:15pm CT/5:15pm ET to explore the latest trends [...]
The work world is an extroverted place. Unless you have one of the loneliest jobs in the world, like a winter caretaker at Yellowstone National Park or as Fire Lookout at Gila National Forest, your role likely requires communication and collaboration with colleagues, clients, and others. For most people I meet, communication is as much [...]
In the July 18, 2022 HR Huddle, Tamera Loerzel and Jennifer Wilson discuss the importance of understanding and embracing diverse communication preferences for successful delivery of information and adoption of change. Join us live every Monday at 4:15pm CT/ 5:15pm ET to explore the latest trends in talent management and HR!
Many, if not most, individuals across the country are now working from home to help slow the spread of coronavirus. This may be a sudden change for many firms who likely still had the majority of their people working physically in the office on a regular basis. A common concern that accompanies the move to [...]
Over the years, I have studied ways to help people work cooperatively with one another. A recent program helping marital partners create healthy ways to relate caught my attention. In his book, Communication Miracles for Couples, Jonathan Robinson identifies three key areas that make the difference. He describes them as “high octane gasoline that makes [...]
Last September, I accepted the role of Director of Men’s Ministry at my church conditioned on a “self-imposed” three-year term limit, during which my strategic focus would be to identify, develop and mentor my replacement; hopefully someone half my age! Almost six months into my new role, it feels like a good time to review [...]
“The smart ones ask when they don’t know. And, sometimes, when they do.” –Malcolm Forbes, Entrepreneur and publisher of Forbes Magazine A client, coachee or prospect would like to learn more about our services and we have an hour scheduled with a ton of ground to cover. How can I ensure we touch on the [...]
Our Leadership Development Program for Seniors and Supervisors™ (LDP-SS) kicks off this Friday, December 1st! Register your leaders and give the gift of career growth and learning AND save $50 on each participant you register!
