Around this time last month, the stress of balancing my personal, work and family commitments was making me miserable. Enter Maura Nevel Thomas’ Personal Productivity Secrets: Do what you never thought possible with your time and attention, and regain control of your life! That’s quite a title, but it delivered what it promised. It’s rare to come across a book that offers ... Read Full Article
No Talent Left Behind
There is this sentiment in the world of business and HR that people who are intrinsically-driven and high-performing are the only people we need to power our companies. In fact, I have observed on several occasions the disdain of a hiring manager and business partner who were less than enthused to consider an internal employee who “met performance standards” ... Read Full Article
4 Issues with Traditional Training
Training today doesn't look like it did years ago. The tools, technology, and research help us to deliver better, more engaging development experiences. Today we’re going to take a look at four critical weaknesses of traditional training programs. You might recognize some of your own organization’s training practices, so take some time to consider if you’re getting the most ... Read Full Article
What a 9 Year Old Can Teach Us About L&D
“SWEET! I wiped out! They should make pads for your butt!” Five minutes into his first ride on his first skateboard and my son was bouncing up off the ground, getting his board out of the shrubbery, and jumping right back on. There were no tentative “baby steps”, no hesitation. It was full force, hop on and go enthusiasm. That brief moment contained the most important aspect ... Read Full Article
What a 9 Year Old Can Teach Us About L&D
“SWEET! I wiped out! They should make pads for your butt!” Five minutes into his first ride on his first skateboard and my son was bouncing up off the ground, getting his board out of the shrubbery, and jumping right back on. There were no tentative “baby steps”, no hesitation. It was full force, hop on and go enthusiasm. That brief moment contained the most important aspect ... Read Full Article
5 Keys to a Blockbuster Summer Intern Program
Summertime in the world of work is usually when you find relaxed dress codes, shortened work weeks, and extended vacations. It is also the time where companies set aside time to bring up the next generation of the workforce – interns! Like most leaders, you believe in the value of an internship program. Your company has probably put college students to work over the summer, ... Read Full Article
5 Keys to a Blockbuster Summer Intern Program
Summertime in the world of work is usually when you find relaxed dress codes, shortened work weeks, and extended vacations. It is also the time where companies set aside time to bring up the next generation of the workforce – interns! Like most leaders, you believe in the value of an internship program. Your company has probably put college students to work over the summer, ... Read Full Article
Are You Listening?
How well do you or your organization listen? We are bombarded with input and feedback on daily basis, but it is what we do with it that really matters. How good are you at details? Do you always get things right - perfection is the only option? I don't know about you, speaking for myself I can tell you I am not even close. Consequently, it would make me a hypocrit to ... Read Full Article
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