But Or And? Part 1: The Challenge of BUT

This isn’t a question! These three little words and a question mark have a big impact on communication. Communication is a skill that we must diligently work on.  We are always changing and need to work hard to keep the lines of communication open and flowing. No one gets it right 100% of the time! […]

Mind Your Mindset!

“First, you need to know I’m going to do it, because it’s my job.” That was my opening line when I walked into the VP’s office and closed the door behind me. I needed to have a private conversation with him. He was sitting behind his desk reading and seemed a little startled. When he […]

Check Yourself!

In 30+ years in business and HR, I’ve seen a lot, dealt with a lot and resolved a lot of people issues. People continue to amaze me with how complicated they make working together. When addressing issues with leaders, I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard, “Well, that’s just who I am or […]

Seven Commitments of Career Transition

“I’m so frustrated! I’m doing all the things people are telling me to do, but I keep hitting wall, after wall, after wall.  I don’t know what else to do.” In the past 7 months, I’ve heard this over and over again from so many people in the same situation I find myself in.  What’s […]