Weāve all been here: Youāre enjoying yourself at a party only to get cornered by that personāthe one who sucks you into a one-sided conversation. Youāre unable to get a word in edgewise. And with no back-and-forth banter itās nearly impossible to find a break that allows for a graceful exit. Youāre stuck. It can…
When Iām working long hours on a pitch or presentation, I always welcome a few mental breaks to keep me focused. For some people, pausing during their workday to play a game is just the diversion they need to help them stay on task. Games can be a great way to improve your mood, clear…
If thereās one thing that working from home has taught us over the past few months, itās that managing some of our business functions online actually increases efficiency and productivity. But for certain marketing tasksālike company storesāthe digital format has long been the smarter way to go. It saves companies a significant amount of time…
Most of us have firm opinions about the current political climate or COVID restrictionsāand the mere thought of changing our viewpoint about these issues gets our blood pumping. Thatās because we really donāt like to be told what to do or how to think. Itās basic human nature. But changing minds or perspectives doesnāt have…
21 Pilots has come out with a very timely single this summer, Level of Concern. It is a wonderful combination of lyrics that deal with stress and quarantine loneliness set to a danceable tune. This year, more than ever, is demanding a great deal from each of us. It continues to require that we show…
Itās been said that hard times reveal true character. I think we can all relate right now: In times as uncertain as these, we have two choices: to complain and throw in the towelā¦or adjust our mindset to find new opportunities for growth, development and happiness. Itās a choice. Now more than ever, that strength-of-mindset…
Since the advent of COVID-19, most business operations have been turned upside down. With no definitive timeline for when business as usual will resume, moving forward with a modified marketing plan is your best bet for moving forward. For member-driven organizations like professional associations, the now-remote workplace poses a unique set of challenges. How do…
As humans we have an innate desire to feel understood. Showing empathy is one way to make that connection. More than compassion, when we genuinely empathize with someoneāor seek to truly understand their emotions, experiences and perspectivesāwe create a powerful sense of trust. Empathy is a life skill. Itās important for personal development. By broadening…
This blog was originally posted in 2018 and has been updated with new content. There have been a lot of lessons learned during this global pandemic. Among those at the top is the importance of building and strengthening your business supply chain. Weāve all experienced it. Empty shelves, out-of-stock items, shipping delays, or the inability…
Thereās still a lot of uncertainty out there. As some states slowly roll into return-to-normal operations, weāre all watching closely to see how they fare. But the reality is, no matter when local restrictions are lifted, most of us will return to our offices to face the same dilemma: How to navigate the new business…
