DEFINITION: Emotional intelligence is the ability to recognize one’s own and other peoples’ emotions, to discriminate between different feelings and label them appropriately, and to use emotional information to guide thinking and behavior. This may sound simple, and […]
Conflict is part of everyday work life yet most of us learned how to first manage it based on our family of origin; was it avoided, harmful or was it constructive? Most of us did not take a […]
There are definitely certain things to do to prepare for your job interview. Some preparations take a little more time than others. Here are some of the key items that should be included: Research the company thoroughly, including […]
We have all been witnesses to varying forms and demonstrations of courage: those who participated in the D-Day Invasion; first responders to acts of violence and destruction; a child and their family as they go through the process […]
Sometimes, we all want to flip our desks, scream at the top of our lungs “I’m mad as hell, and I am not going to take this anymore!” Or, if you are a fan of social media, you […]
For new college graduates, entering the job market is an exciting time. As a recent graduate, there are many skills I learned in school that I was excited to apply to my first job, and yet I found […]
One challenge that I hear repeatedly from every business person and employer I encounter is that “poor communication” is a growing problem in business today. It is no surprise when you consider our extremely diverse workforce, as well […]
Having worked with a multitude of companies who have had to manage a downsizing, I have observed many negative approaches to this process. As such, I know of better and more sensitive ways. The goal is to relay […]
As an executive coach, the number one issue that I am asked to address in working with clients is how to improve their communication. However, rarely is that how the request is made (perhaps a problem with communicating?). […]
It Takes More Than a Hat to be a Cowboy The best brands tell a story about how they solve problems. The best brands entice us because they’ve created meaning for us. Your personal brand needs to do […]