By Barb Ward We all know that family member, friend or co-worker who is a really good listener, they always seem to know what to say, and more importantly, what not to say in certain situations. They stay calm in crisis, are compassionate, and are genuinely happy for you when something goes right? You admire […]
By Barb Ward “The important thing is that we stick together!” ~Buzz Lightyear If you’ve ever watched action movies like Star Wars or the Avengers, or Disney movies like Toy Story or Cinderella, you know that the characters’ ability to survive and thrive is dependent on their team. The reason for this is simple, it’s […]
By Barb Ward Finally, after many rounds of interviews and assessments, you have been hired. You’re excited, now you can really make an impact as a leader in this organization… Then, you arrive and find that there is no training or onboarding program. All at once you are on your own to master the organization’s […]
By Barb Ward After reviewing resumes and conducting initial phone interviews, you are now conducting in-person evaluations to hire for a management position in your organization. On paper, each candidate has remarkable experience and talent, however, during the interview one of the candidates reveals they grew up in the same city and frequented the same […]
By Barb Ward Have you ever been in a situation where you just can’t find the solution to a really challenging problem until a coworker walks in, you share the problem and suddenly, with her perspective, the answer is crystal clear? Why couldn’t you solve the problem on your own? It is because your mind […]
By Barb Ward Have you ever wondered why the same negative experience replays over and over in your head? Or, why news stories most often focus on the bad things that have happened rather than the good? The truth of the matter is that our brains are wired to default to the negative. As a result, […]
By Laurie Cure, Ph.D. As we moved towards 2021, I wrote a well-received article for CEOWorld about how adopting a growth mindset can help executives embrace optimism and possibility thinking. The way we view situations, events and our circumstances shape how successfully we are able to navigate the challenges that life throws at us.
By Laurie Cure, Ph.D. “Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear.” ~George Addair What are you afraid of right now, at this very moment in time?
By Barb Ward “Fear is a reaction. Courage is a decision.” – Sir Winston Churchill Courage is a key ingredient of human resiliency. It requires us to take worthy actions despite potential risk. And, in our world today, it is a simple fact that everyday living can require an abundance of courage. Without it, we […]
By Laurie Cure, Ph.D. Leadership development and effectiveness are grounded in effective communication. We must effectively deliver a message AND listen to hear the message. Effective communication is difficult in the most stable environments and remote work adds a level of complexity where many organizations are struggling to adapt.
