Diversity Hiring

Diversity Hiring These days, it’s rare that you land on a career page and don’t see the words “diversity and inclusion.” In recent years, diversity hiring has become a more relevant and pressing issue.  A diverse team contribute better ideas, craft more creative and effective solutions, and ultimately benefit companies’ bottom lines. But, if it’s not… Read More »

Thanksgiving A Day to Reflect

Thanksgiving A Day to Reflect As we approach Thanksgiving Day, it may do all of us some good to take a deep breath and realize that although this past year was difficult at times, we have made it.  We have persevered through another year and that is commendable in and of itself.  Thanksgiving It is… Read More »

Good Deeds

Good Deeds This is Thanksgiving week.  A time to remember to be thankful for all the things in our lives.  Good deeds are actions you take for the betterment of another person or the society as a whole.  When we see the world turning harder and colder to one another be sure to go out… Read More »

Empathy in the Workplace

Empathy in the Workplace Empathy in the Workplace will increase retention and productivity.  Empathetic leadership is  having the ability to understand the needs of others.  As well as being aware of their feelings and thoughts. Unfortunately, it has long been a soft skill that’s overlooked as a performance indicator.  however,  today’s successful leaders must be more… Read More »

#SocialEnvy

#SocialEnvy Why do I write about #SocialEnvy today?  These are my thoughts.  In this current age of social media, it can feel as though the people we follow have everything figured out. It’s easier to fall into a negativity loop caused by constantly comparing ourselves to other people when their seemingly perfect lives turn up… Read More »

Is it Passion or a Job?

Is it Passion or a Job? Is it passion or a job? Remember back when we were kids?  You would just do things.  And never thought, “Do I want to be a cheerleader OR do I want to PLAY basketball?” We built sandcastles, played tag, asked silly questions, played with our pets, and pretended to… Read More »

PTSD in the Workplace

PTSD in the Workplace Is there PTSD in the Workplace?  Is it in YOUR workplace?  The acronym “PTSD,” short for “post-traumatic stress disorder,” gets thrown around a lot.  It is widely recognized in military personnel, combat veterans, and victims of assault.  However, the truth is that it can and does affect people that have encountered… Read More »

Be the Best Version of You

Be the Best Version of You Gosh, is it me or has the last few years have had some challenges?  The pandemic, major mother nature storms, mass shootings, etc.  And through everything we must somehow keep moving forward.  Well I am here to say there is a best version of us inside all of us. … Read More »

Thank You Military Families

Thank You Military Families Let’s remember to say thank you to military families. November was first declared as Military Family Month in 1996. Since then, November has been a time to acknowledge the tremendous sacrifices our military families make. These families embody strength, resilience, and courage.  The care of military families and children sustains our… Read More »

Great Companies

Great Companies If you have been in the business world for any amount of time you have undoubtedly read dozens of articles or books on what makes great companies.  I have worked with and studied HR leaders over many years and have come to my own conclusion. Books, leaders, and HR professionals all have their… Read More »