Have the Courage to Lead?

Leadership is a hot topic right now. But not for the usual reasons. In the past, employers chose some folks to get special training or assign expanded roles, so they could gain new skills and move up the ranks of the organization. This worked when organizations were hierarchical. But today, with flatter structures that look…

Interpersonal Skills

Dealing With Poor Interpersonal Skills   Your Interpersonal Skills Coping Mechanisms No matter how much you’d like to see them change, change is an inside job. Understand that wishing won’t make it so. It’s your interpersonal skills that need to change. Once you accept this fact, things will get easier because you won’t have false…

Office Professionals: An Invisible Talent Source

By: Rocky White Note: 2018 Administrative Professionals Week is April 23-27 and Day is April 25. This is a worldwide celebration of all Office Professionals.   There are more than 4.1 million secretaries and administrative professionals in the United States today, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and 8.9 million in administrative support…

Problem Solving: Get Out Of A Rut And On The Road To Success

How many times have we watched a fly repeatedly, frantically hurl itself against a window pane, trying to escape and reach the outside that seems so close? My guess is we’ve all watched this take place and thought to ourselves, “How can that fly be so stupid? It’s hitting its head against the glass, time…

Deidre

Deidre is a gifted and motivating speaker and a nationally recognized business trainer with a colorful and exciting career that includes everything from stand up comedy to morning talk show radio to business consulting. She started and built a chain of video stores that was listed in the Top 100 Video Chains in North America.…

Dan H

Dan is the epitome of a “people person” and connects instantly with his audiences, whether he’s helping managers and supervisors hone their leadership skills or coaching entry-level employees to successfully contribute to the team. Dan’s passion is helping people through difficult times and situations. He spent several years running and facilitating a counseling program using…