Learn to be Innovative in 2013
Eighty-eight percent of companies will innovate in ways that are “totally different than ever before” in the 21st century. December is the time to finalize your 2012 performance review and begin brainstorming on your 2013 goals. Do you have an innovation goal? One of the most significant strategic challenges for any innovation effort has to do with goals. […]
Can Working Remotely Reduce Flu in Your Workplace?
Who wants to be next to that person in the office who can’t stop coughing and sneezing? Avoid the germs and dodge the sneezing by working remote! The flu season last year was the mildest on record, with historically low hospitalization rates and a condensed period of time. Unfortunately, new virus strains have started to […]
3 Tips for Managing Workplace Diversity & Your Bottom-line
Workplace diversity is good for business and gives companies a distinct advantage. A Forbes survey of 300+ large global enterprises (>$500 million in annual revenue) revealed that 85 percent agreed or strongly agreed that diversity is crucial to fostering innovation in the workplace. Understanding and Managing Workplace Diversity Diversity is not just about race, gender […]
Hurricane Sandy Lessons in Collaboration, Change Management & Resiliency
Business & Change Management Lessons Learned from Hurricane Sandy One week out, the impact of Hurricane Sandy is striking– millions are still without power, gas lines are long and the stresses and strains that the storm has wrought will linger for months. Estimated financial losses are close to $50 billion, but economists say that the […]
The Disruptors – A Workplace Revolution 42 Million Strong
A Revolution of Free Radicals Coming to a Workplace Near You I recently attended The Economist Ideas Economy: Human Potential event focused on independent thinkers that are fueling the emerging economy- affectionately referred to as “the disrupters.” Their stories were inspiring, their passion- just plain AWESOME! Sara Horowitz, Founder and executive director of the Freelancer […]
Untapping Human Potential at Work and Life
The Untapped Potential for Human Potential Do you believe that in every individual and organization there is a vast reserve of untapped potential: capacity for better performance, more effectiveness or higher fulfillment? Do you believe that we need to shift current leadership practices to foster creativity, strategic thinking, innovation and information sharing? Do you believe that […]
