In these unusual times, have you been reading more than usual? Have you gravitated more towards non-fiction, to learn more about our world, its history and its people through the perspective of others? Or towards fiction, to either escape or to learn something about yourself from the narrative of someone in a world that’s notContinue reading “How Starting A Book Club At Work Can Help Your Organization”
Category Archives: Inclusion
Try Something That Shouldn’t Work On Zoom
One consequence of the COVID-19 outbreak around the world and our resulting change of routines is that we’ve all been forced to become more creative in how we rise to face challenges. From creating face masks out of bandanas and hair ties to holding your wedding on Zoom, or finding creative ways to exercise or cook, we’re all finding new ways toContinue reading “Try Something That Shouldn’t Work On Zoom”
Creating A Virtual Water Cooler
I hope this message finds you all staying safe, healthy, and at peace during these trying times. At this point, you may have a love/hate relationship with Zoom. More than likely you have used Zoom (or other video-conference platforms) more in the last few weeks than at any other time in your life. Between making sureContinue reading “Creating A Virtual Water Cooler”
Strengthening Connections in a Time of Social Distance
If you are one of the many billions of people whose life has been upended by the COVID-19 outbreak, you may find your mind vacillating between two polar opposites. On one extreme you may find your mind pre-occupied with your own well-being and the well-being of those you care most deeply about. On the other extreme, you mayContinue reading “Strengthening Connections in a Time of Social Distance”
Futureproofing & Parallel-pathing – the “Garbage Language” We Use in the Workplace
“No matter where I’ve worked, it has always been obvious that if everyone agreed to use language in the way that it is normally used, which is to communicate, the workday would be two hours shorter.“ – Molly Young, “Garbage Language: Why Do Corporations Speak the Way They Do?“ Have you seen this piece from New YorkContinue reading “Futureproofing & Parallel-pathing – the “Garbage Language” We Use in the Workplace”
“And the Award for Best Acting in a Workplace goes to…”
Not being yourself in the workplace might help you win an Oscar if you work in Hollywood, but in most work environments, it just leads to burnout. And for most of us, not being yourself isn’t as obvious as acting as Judy Garland or the Joker. It’s usually more subtle, like hiding pieces of our identity thatContinue reading ““And the Award for Best Acting in a Workplace goes to…”“
Eat Lunch at a Table (Not Your Desk) and with Someone Else!
Happy New Year! In the first full work week of 2020, many of us are looking for new ways to build connections with others in our organizations; to build a strong inclusive community that generates ideas, increases employee satisfaction, and lowers turnover. Whether you are a manager, a CEO, or a new employee looking to make an impact,Continue reading “Eat Lunch at a Table (Not Your Desk) and with Someone Else!”
Building Bridges Leadership 