25 Ways to Motivate Employees Without Breaking the Bank

If you think employees come to work for just a paycheck, think again. A paycheck may be what gets them in the door in the short term, but that’s certainly not what motivates them to stay and perform over the long term. In fact, a study conducted by Watson Wyatt Worldwide indicated that only 15 […]

Six Tips for Managing a Vacation Hangover

It’s that time of year when we all begin to schedule vacation time. And, after a year of being isolated at home, there is pent-up demand for travel. A recent trip confirmed that flights are back to pre-pandemic levels which is great news. If you haven’t taken a vacation in a while, then careful you […]

Pandemic or No Pandemic: Self-Promotion is Key to Moving Ahead

What is it about the combination of the words “self-promotion” that makes most women cringe? And why is it that, in particular, women struggle the most in this arena? Add to this equation a year of pandemic craziness where we are working harder while feeling more isolated and no wonder many women (and men) are […]

Leading When You’re Not the Boss

Now more than ever, the leaders that I find that are most in demand today are those who can motivate and engage employees who are outside of the scope of their functional responsibilities. The same holds true for both for-profit and non-profit organizations I work with. What makes these leaders effective? Leaders who are effective […]

Emotional Intelligence Roundup from Regina Barr

This past quarter I’ve been talking about Emotional Intelligence. Coronavirus fears and continued lockdowns make your mental health – as well as that of your employees – cause for concern. “Especially with … the second wave of lockdowns coming in, we need more emotionally intelligent leaders, because we see that many people are suffering,” Alain […]

How to Increase Your Emotional Intelligence

Now more than ever, your emotional intelligence is critical as we continue to navigate the challenges facing our companies and our Nation related to Covid19. Employee morale along with their mental health and well-being are at an all-time low. First I’ll give you a little insight into Emotional Intelligence. Simply put, Emotional Intelligence is being […]

Answer Questions in a Presentation with Confidence

“What if they ask me something I don’t know?” “What if I give a stupid answer?” The “What ifs” of answering questions in a presentation can shake the confidence of many presenters. But not you. You can develop the skill of answering questions more professionally and with greater confidence so that you are seen as […]

Seize Opportunities to Increase Your Professional ROI

Thanks to the Coronavirus, many organizations are spinning out of control amid the worst economic crisis most have ever experienced – with no end in sight. Perhaps your organization is even one of them. Look around your work environment. Are you working from home or in the office? Are sales professionals glued to their chairs […]

Choose Less Stress This Holiday Season

I pull up to the ATM, lower my window and can’t quite reach the slot for my debit card. Instead of unbuckling my seat belt, I reach—and then reach a tiny bit further. And that’s when I feel something pop down the right side of my body. I bet you’ve done this kind of thing […]