Q: As a leader I never seem to have enough time to get everything done that I think needs to get done. Any tips? A: Thank you for a great question. Here are some tips from Don Clark – http://www.nwlink.com/~donclark/about/about.html. Time in the organization is constant and irreversible. Nothing can be substituted for time. Worse, [...]
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How to Recognize a Sociopath
There is a subgroup of human beings that walk unnamed among us. They are called sociopaths or psychopaths. These individuals cause a great deal of pain to other human beings in the world through their cruelty, manipulation, deception and power plays. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual V(newest version of the book most commonly used by [...]
Compassion
“If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.” – Dalai Lama Seven Compassion Practices (from Leo Babauta – http://zenhabits.net/about/) Morning ritual. Greet each morning with a ritual. Try this one, suggested by the Dalai Lama: “Today I am fortunate to have woken up, I am alive, [...]
Leading Inspiration: Domestic Violence
Q: Recently an employee came to me stating she was concerned her ex-boyfriend may come to our workplace to try to talk with her. She indicated that she had ended the relationship because he called her names and would push her around. What is the best way to help individuals in these situations? A: [...]
Leading Inspiration: The Facts on the Workplace and Domestic Violence
Submitted by Rene S. Firari Will, Domestic Violence Program Coordinator at St. Agnes Hospital On average, four to five women a day are murdered by their husbands or boyfriends in the United States. Women experience two million injuries from intimate partner violence each year. Domestic violence can follow victims to work, spilling over into the workplace when a [...]
Leading Inspiration: We hear a lot about civility these days, any thoughts?
A: Great question! George Washington, sometime before the age of 16, transcribed Rules of Civility & Decent Behaviour In Company and Conversation. Though the language may be different than how we might communicate something today, I think his points are clear. Welcome to Leading Inspiration, a quick and easy-to-use resource for leaders. Leading Inspiration is [...]
Timely Reminder: Domestic Violence in the Workplace
What is Domestic Violence in the Workplace? October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. We would like to take this opportunity to provide information to employees that could help prevent domestic violence in the workplace. Domestic Violence in the workplace includes all behavior that interferes with an individual’s capability of safely and securely performing their [...]
Learning to Live in the Body You Have
“I am soooo fat!” “My butt looks HUGE in these jeans.” “Why am I so ugly?” “If only I looked like her.” “She is so thin. What does she do?” “My complexion is terrible.” “I look so old. What can I do to look younger?” “My belly is enormous.” Do any of these statements sound [...]
JobTIPS for adolescents with ASD
“Helping children with autism succeed is something every parent wishes for,” says Teresa Davenport, psychologist with Doll & Associates. Recently, the National Institute on Mental Health launched a web-based program that helps high school grads with autism spectrum disorder transition to the workplace. Finding and holding onto a job is difficult for everyone these days, [...]
Setting Your Priorities: Finding Balance in Family Life
Are you living a balanced life, with time and energy devoted to what is most important? Do you find yourself moving from one activity to another without taking a breath? If you do not feel as though you are in charge of your life, it may be time to slow down and re-prioritize. Complete the [...]
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