The goal of performance reviews is to highlight successes, discuss areas for improvement and set a path forward for professional development. But annual performance reviews often feel like a dreaded task for leaders as well as direct reports. Suddenly, a valuable tool that was meant to grow both individuals and the organization can become an …
Volunteer work is a great way for teens to learn valuable life lessons and engage with people from different backgrounds. Whether your child is interested in serving their local community, or beyond, this comprehensive list of volunteer opportunities for teens has something for everyone! Why is volunteering important? There are tons of important reasons to …
Coaching in the workplace has historically been viewed as a resource for higher-level employees – known as executive coaching. But that sentiment is changing. As organizations seek to grow and evolve, many leaders now credit the benefits of coaching as being a key factor in professional development for all levels of employees. The benefits of …
Being able to identify different types of motivation in the workplace can help leaders launch inspiration and create a plan to sustain success. Motivation is simply the reason, or reasons, that someone has for acting or behaving in a certain way. Those reasons then affect their overall desire and willingness to do something. Understanding workplace …
Energize your meetings with 101 of the best check in questions. Build stronger connections, spark better conversations, and foster a more engaged team.
Whether you are striving for a leadership position or already a seasoned senior executive, developing a strong leadership presence is key to becoming a successful leader. What is leadership presence? Leadership presence is one of the most essential traits of great leaders with top leadership skills. In simple terms, leadership presence is the concept that …
When your children are young the days can be very long. And the thought of one day being an empty nester may feel light years away. There is cooking, cleaning, laundry (endless laundry), chauffeuring, school volunteering, homework and studying. There are an infinite number of hours spent on the sidelines, courtside and watching performances, recitals, …
No matter the environment, whether it’s at work, in the classroom, within the realm of sports or any other extracurricular activity, team meetings are an essential part of a group’s success. But if leaders don’t keep regular meetings fresh with out of the box ideas, those obligatory gatherings can begin to feel like a waste …
Life can be overwhelming. Between the everyday responsibilities of running a home and raising a family to the pressures of developing or advancing a career, achieving life balance can feel impossible. The good news? There is a great tool to help sort out the different areas of your life, assess your level of satisfaction and …
Building confidence is one of the best things you can do for yourself – but it’s not always easy. It takes intention, commitment, and a healthy amount of self-efficacy. A confident woman is secure in who she is and knows where she is headed in life. But in today’s world, it can be very difficult …