There are formal and informal methods for facilitating and participating in meetings.
Parliamentary procedures are still used at annual meetings and board meetings.
Today we are talking about norming. Norms are basically informal rules of conduct. Norms are shared values, beliefs, behaviors, and procedures.
After a period of conflict, one idea might emerge as the best one, or the team might combine […]
Shortly after we have formed a team, people start to become more comfortable and confident to engage in conflict. This stage of team development is called storming.
Conflict is a healthy sign for a team. Conflict demonstrates that team members trust each other and are willing to discuss different viewpoints.
The storming stage includes the generation and evaluation of ideas. Team […]
Change has been the norm for years. Some people are still struggling with accepting all of the changes in their personal and professional lives. At work they feel like victims of change. It might be more productive being the person that leads the change. In order to lead change effectively, a flexible, yet systematic approach is necessary. A book […]
It seems kind of funny to be afraid of the future, when you are creating it. You have an important role, you’re creating the future, the organization believes in you, or you wouldn’t still have your job.
Your organization is trusting that you will be putting your best effort forward to be successful with the new ways.
Worry is a waste […]
Change is a full contact sport. You have to get in the game to develop the skills you will need to protect your career.
Avoiding new challenges and assignments will hamper your ability to thrive during times of change.
Just like dancing, you have to get out on the floor, feel the new beat, start to move with the melody, apologize […]