I wanted to let you know that I will be doing a live webinar with Lorman on 11/07/2023 at 1 PM EST. The subject is “Building Effective Procurement and Supply Chains Using Data Analysis”. Please join us and you can receive ISM CPSM, CPSD or C.P.M. and CPE education credits. If you send a note … Continue reading Building Effective
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Is It Unprofessional to Show Your Human Side at Work?
In the fast-paced world of modern workplaces, people have often thought that acting professional means not showing too much emotion or getting too attached to things. Employees are expected to act like they’re always super focused and calm, and they don’t have much chance to show their regular, human feelings. But is this traditional definition of professionalism still relevant…
Prevent Workplace Bullying Before It Starts
Did you know that every third week of October is Workplace Bullying Awareness Week? It is a week to be daring and bold. This week is all about breaking the silence and shame that often surround this problem.
In a perfect work setting, it should be a place where every employee feels safe, respected, and empowered to do their…
How Does a Lack of Psychological Safety Impact Your Workplace?
We’ve all been in situations where we’ve felt uncomfortable speaking up, asking for help, or even sharing our opinions. Unfortunately, this is all too common in today’s work culture, where people may not feel confident in their ability to express themselves without fear of retribution.
The term “psychological safety” has been introduced in recent years to describe a…
Stopping Short of Excellence – Overcoming “Good Enough”
As leaders, we all know that good enough doesn’t cut it. But in today’s lean and remote organizations, teams tend to accept “Good Enough”, which checks the box so that they can move on to the next critical issue in the business. It is a potential trap that can lead to mediocrity and subpar performance. … Continue reading Stopping Short…
How to Confidently Increase Your Prices to Boost Your Business
Are you hesitant about raising your prices because you fear losing customers? As a woman professional who has worked with many others in the same boat, I understand the challenges of charging what we’re truly worth. But let me share something eye-opening. I’ve been to conferences and networking events where seasoned professionals, often older white men, proudly declared,”When I started…
Gen Z at Work: Their Expectations and How to Meet Them
Have you come across terms like “rizz,” “no cap,” “it’s giving,” or “lit” lately? Well, these are the words popularized by Generation Z. As a Gen Z myself, I find myself using these phrases not only in my daily life but also in my professional endeavors.
It’s an exciting time for businesses and organizations as the new generation steps into…
How Uniting Farmers and AgTech Innovators Builds Success
Dennis Donohue discusses how companies can encourage the implementation of new tech in ag.
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Living Your Values in the Roaring 2020s
Authors Kimberly Layne, Twiana Armstrong and I share how we help leaders and teams establish working together agreements based on mutual understanding, values, mission and purpose.
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Self-Awareness demands knowing your values as well appreciating and respecting the values of others. Being able to live your values, whether at home, at the office or at play,…
Hot Summer, Hot Fall — Climate Update October 2023
I am grateful to Keley Peterson, group leader of ProVisors Palo Alto 1, for permitting me to inform our group about the latest state of the climate crisis with tips for what our members can do to address the crisis.
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Do you think we are already at 1.5C heating?
Scientists projected we would hit 1.5C average heating by 2030.…