It started with a commanding tone requesting her presence. Her previous manager had usually asked her when she would be available that week or that day to meet with him. Maybe the new boss was simply more direct, or she was too sensitive. The feeling of discomfort stayed. Next came requirements that were impossible to …
3 Key Elements to Setting Boundaries With a Difficult Boss Read More »
A few nights ago, the temperature had dropped dramatically, and I was feeling blue despite sitting in front of a fireplace with a good book in hand. My mind kept looking for a problem to solve. So I decided to take a drastic measure! I started a list of everything I like about my life. My …
For as long as I have known Jim, he has worn orange clothing. When you are an athlete who runs from dawn to dusk in all weather, you need to wear super bright colours to caution vehicles to slow down or give you a wide berth. All his friends tease him about his orange sneakers, …
From Annoyance to Acceptance (or the Tale of the Orange Jacket) Read More »
The beginning of a New Year brings hope for a fresh start. It’s the time to step into your vision with fervor! Indeed, the temptation is great to set either lofty, or numerous resolutions, or both! “I would love to speak a third language fluently by June”. But is that in line with my true …
2017 is an opportunity to start fresh with a strong intention, one that clearly announces your desired direction for this new year. Mine is to make workplaces and relationships healthier, safer and happier by opening the doors for genuine conversations – one person, one team, one assembly at a time. What is new on …
Happy New Year! To Your Health and Happiness in 2017 Read More »
With December coming to a close and the Holiday Season upon us, I would like to say Thank You for a wonderful year in your company! Thank you for reading the blogs, following me online, and giving invaluable feedback. Know that your questions and comments on the blogs are a source of rich insight for …
We worked in tandem: my client was the communicator in the corridors, the tireless weaver of goodwill holding the organization together. I was their group facilitator and coach who opened the space for genuine conversations, and ensured it stayed open whenever the teams met. The organization itself was at a crossroads. Due to changes in …
How to Build Trust After the Upheaval: One Conversation at a Time Read More »
There are a few names coaches give to this human phenomenon: the gremlins, the internal saboteurs, negative chatter. I affectionately call it the backseat driver. Have you experienced the frustration of a backseat driver? They may be well meaning, but…. “I think you should turn left here. Why didn’t you turn left?” “You’re driving too …
Note to your backseat driver: “I’ll handle the driving, thank you!” Read More »
I have a question for the leaders among you: What workplace behaviours demonstrate your respect for your colleagues and employees in the workplace? I’ve had many opportunities over the years to facilitate conversations between leaders and their teams on respect. The sessions start off with the reasons for respect in the workplace, and on the …
R.E.S.P.E.C.T In The Workplace: What Does It Look Like, Sound Like, Feel Like To You? Read More »
Turning an ending into a new beginning may just need a first decision, followed by a first step. There may come a time (and there usually is), when you realize that the pain of maintaining your professional status quo is greater than the potential pain of changing paths. Let’s call reaching the end of the …
Have you reached the end of the road, or is it the beginning of a new one? Read More »