Author: M. Wood

  • Understanding Comes Before Change

    While a company may very well benefit from a new leader’s bold moves, the manner in which they’re made can make a world of difference. New managers arriving on the scene with preconceived ideas about what the company needs can lead to career suicide if not approached in a systematic and diplomatic manner.

  • The Importance of Unplugging

    Unplugging – the act of disconnecting from an ultra-connected techno-world Many studies have been conducted recently extolling the health benefits, both mental and physical, of unplugging from our ultra-connected techno-world on a regular basis. Unfortunately, the same studies show that the number of people obsessed with their devices are higher than ever..

  • THE INCREDIBLE IMPACT OF WORKPLACE WELLNESS PROGRAMS [INFOGRAPHIC]

    Nowadays, workplace wellness programs are popping up in organizational cultures left and right. It’s a movement that many CEOs are realizing is crucial to driving employee engagement. From providing workout areas to offering health benefits, these strategies are meant to not only ensure employees stay healthy, but also to improve employee sentiment.

  • Implementing Professional Development on a Budget

    Lack of professional development is a major source of workplace dissatisfaction…a mere 25% of employees believe they have enough professional-growth opportunities. And development is linked to employee retention.

  • Promoting Professional Development Through Conversations

    HOW TO HAVE CONVERSATIONS THAT PROMOTE PROFESSIONAL GROWTH by Sabrina Son on Nov 4, 2016 8:00:00 AM According to Harvard Business Review, one of the most important parts of a manager’s job responsibilities is to help workers develop new skills and grow their careers. If you’re just managing your bottom line — and not your…