How are workplace bullies costing you?

Lately, I keep hearing discussions about bullying. It’s happening online with kids to professionals in the boardroom. I was speaking with an Account Manager at an organization that I visited. She shared with me that she was new to the company based on being forced to...

Celebrating Diversity: Halloween in the Spring

In the US, we have what is called Christmas in July which I love. I will play my holiday music and just imagine the wonderful feelings that swirl about during that season. But, there is another time of year that I love, too. The Fall which offers us Halloween. I was...

Harnessing Your Power by Persuading: Not Manipulation

  What is the power of influence and persuasion? Many of us shy away from our ability to influence because it often has negative connotations. But, in today’s workplace and within all aspects of life, we must be able to persuade, i.e. influence which means the...

When You’ve Outgrown Your Bowl: Take the Leap

People spend far too much time attempting to manage other people’s life, and at a minimum if not their life-your brand or image. You cannot control the impression that others have of you completely, but you can have some ‘impression management’ based on how you treat...