As I have gotten older, I have noticed that some of my college students see me as just this old guy that has read a few books. I feel little status. However, some of my other students thank me for sharing my knowledge and ideas, and recognize and support my status.
I have a hunch this […]
The workforce has become more and more diverse: different ages, values, ethnicities, and cultures. Some of people are reluctant talking up or challenging others’ ideas.
People that listen, without challenge, may be members of collectivistic cultures.
They tend to be […]
You may sometimes feel like a pinball in a pinball machine; pushed over here, bumped over there, and then getting your bell rung. Sometimes you may wonder about the benefit of perseverance. You keep clawing back, fighting your way back to the top of your game, just to face changes and challenges, again.
Professionally, you may have had to deal with a lot of changes and challenges at work. Personally, you now may have aging parents and friends with serious health concerns. You sometimes may just want to throw in the towel and give up. You may need a dose of resilience.
If you look up the word resilience […]
Leaders play a big role when it comes to creating, maintaining, and maybe even promoting employee engagement. What can leaders do to improve it?
There are a number of things leaders can do.
Leaders need to consider and sincerely communicate the value of the activities and tasks coworkers provide. The perception of the importance of the job […]