Category: Building Relationships
Posted on April 2nd | Comments 0
How many of us remember hearing those words from our parents when we were growing up? They are a parent’s advice that would serve anyone well through out their life. Today, those words take on even more significance when working with or collaborating with others in the workplace. A 2012 IBM Survey of CEOs identified “collaboration as the number one trait CEOs are seeking in their employees with 75% saying it was critical.” Collaboration encourages the sharing of knowledge, supports… Continue Reading »
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Posted Under: Building Relationships, Business Partner, Culture, Development, Leadership, Uncategorized
Posted on December 11th | Comments 0
Over the years, I have collected a number of things: books, cranberry glass, nutcrackers, Christmas ornaments, Wedgewood (specifically that beautiful dark blue), art supplies, milk glass, family heirlooms and prints from my travels to name (quite) a few. I enjoy the process of seeking out new and unusual places to find something to add to each collection, the excitement of finding the perfect addition, enjoying them in my home and knowing there is a story behind each of them. Without… Continue Reading »
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Posted Under: Building Relationships, Friendship
Posted on August 21st | Comments 0
Providing effective feedback to our team offers great benefits. Many times we loose site of how impactful those benefits can be, however, when given at the right time in a respectful, positive and constructive manner feedback is the key to individual and organizational success. Here are some of the benefits: Improves Performance Feedback provides a clear expectation of performance. Learning what they do well increases a team member’s confidence. They are more likely to try more, stretch themselves and share… Continue Reading »
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Posted Under: Building Relationships, Development, Feedback, Leadership, Performance Management, Personal Development, Talent Management
Posted on August 12th | Comments 0
The New York State SHRM Conference, HR Hat Trick: Innovate, Imagine, Inspire is right around the corner on September 15 – 17th, 2013 at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center. HR Professionals, Executives, Small Business Owners, Trainers, and Business Leaders Interested in Maximizing Human Capital and Personal Performance will be gathering to hear the latest in HR trends, issues and solutions. I have the honor of working with a small team of fellow HR Professionals to help promote the conference. It… Continue Reading »
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Posted Under: Building Relationships, Business Acumen, Development, Human Resources, Leadership, Networking, Personal Development
Posted on July 29th | Comments 0
Last week I had the opportunity to hear Ty Bennett speak on the Power of Influence at CHART’s 86th Hospitality Training Leadership Conference in Miami. Although there were many “take aways” from his presentation, I was most struck by the video he shared — “Lost Generation”. It is both thought provoking and inspiring. We all have the power to influence and affect positive change. We need to invest and show interest in people. Be present, ask questions and listen. There… Continue Reading »
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Posted Under: Building Relationships, Change Management, Generations, Leadership, Uncategorized
Posted on April 15th | Comments 0
Business Acumen is one of the key competencies every leader in every organization at every level needs to be viewed as a true business partner. As I was reviewing various definitions for Business Acumen I came across the one on Wikipedia. It reads as follows: “Business acumen is keenness and quickness in understanding and dealing with a business situation in a manner that is likely to lead to a good outcome. The term “business acumen” can be broken down literally… Continue Reading »
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Posted Under: Building Relationships, Business Acumen, Business Partner, Development, HR Aligned Design News, Human Resources, Leadership
Posted on April 2nd | Comments 0
When I first joined twitter in March of 2010, I wasn’t sure of where to start or what the true benefits would be. It might seem that most people today would know and understand the benefits but I regularly talk to folks about my experience and what I have gained over the last three years. Research: There is a wealth of information available on twitter. This includes links to blogs, articles and research papers. With twitters search capability it is… Continue Reading »
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Posted Under: Building Relationships, HR Aligned Design News, Human Resources, Social Media
Posted on March 24th | Comments 0
— Phil Geldart I recently facilitated a New Leader’s Assimilation Meeting with her team. I am sure both parties (new leader and team) had some sense of trepidation but all participated in the meeting with honesty, candor, commitment to developing a strong, impactful team, a positive attitude and a sense of fun. The team posed some great questions, shared some valuable insights and the new leader responded with authenticity; meaning in some cases, she did not yet have the answer…. Continue Reading »
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Posted Under: Building Relationships, Culture, HR Aligned Design News, Leadership, On-Boarding
