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Stay Organized and Connected With These Essential Apps

August 21, 2018 Leave a Comment

In today's world, we would be lost without technology. Namely, our smartphones. Not only do they allow us to stay connected, but they just make everyday living easier. So, why not use this tech to your advantage? Here are some of my favorite smartphone (and desktop) apps that you can use to build productive habits, stay connected and master of your daily demands. Tap the icons to learn more or to download an app on your device! Evernote – Organize Ideas Are you always finding … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog Posts, Communication, Innovation Tagged With: apps, connect, leadership, organization, technology

Pay It Forward

August 8, 2018 Leave a Comment

We all understand that the idea of “paying it forward” is a good thing. We know that when someone does something thoughtful for us, we should make a conscious effort to spread that goodwill by lending a hand to someone else in turn. But it’s critical to remember that every interaction, no matter how small, offers you a choice to pay forward something either contagiously positive or infectiously negative. Remember What's Important Sometimes this choice is easier than others. It is easy to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Blog Posts, Communication, Community, Excellence, Leadership Tagged With: community, growth, leadership, Pay it forward, positivity

Avoiding a Train Wreck

July 25, 2018 Leave a Comment

A few weeks ago, Kalamazoo was in the news. But not for a reason I would have hoped. On the morning of July 3, a train derailed rounding a bend in the tracks downtown, overturning more than a dozen boxcars and blocking major intersections. It is no exaggeration to say that the situation was an absolute train wreck, causing aggravating delays for commuters. Luckily, as I was getting in my car that morning, I received a Slack message from one of my team members alerting everyone of the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Communication, Engagement, Leadership Tagged With: adapt, communication, messaging, Recognition

How to Hire a Top Performer Every Time

June 27, 2018 Leave a Comment

When hiring new team members, typical organizations focus on resumes and references. Great organizations, on the other hand, focus on selecting the best people based on talent, strengths and fit. It may be faster to scan credentials and hire based on pieces of paper, but I guarantee that a strategic approach will lead to fewer regrets in the future. Simply put, we as leaders need to know what to look for and how to find it. Talent and Strengths When I see people who are miserable at their … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Communication, Engagement, Excellence, Small Business Tagged With: Diversity, fit, Hiring, hiring practices, Strengths, talent

Recognition Done Right

May 30, 2018 Leave a Comment

Whether at home, on the street or in the office, all people want to feel valued and respected. Psychologists generally agree that appreciation is a basic human need, just like eating properly and getting enough exercise. So in the workplace, regular recognition is critical. Some well-timed words of encouragement after a job well done can make a world of difference. But if overlooked, a lack of recognition is detrimental. In fact, a 2017 Office Team study revealed that 66 percent of employees … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Business, Communication, Engagement, Leadership Tagged With: appreciation, Catalations, gratitude, leadership, Recognition, Trust

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