If you are an executive, do you regularly or occasionally meet with your Chief HR Officer and have rigorous discussions to explore the impact the current trends will have on shaping your company over the next decade? What steps are you taking; what research have you done, what exploratory frameworks have you considered to enhance […]
Continue Reading →This book was fantastic! It is not a light read so be patient and take your time!
Below are my key take aways from the book- things which captured my curiosity. I hope you find one phrase that creates curiosity, or it pushes your thinking in a new dimension.
The author studies process structures and […]
Continue Reading →The term discipline comes from a root word meaning to teach. This word often times has a negative connotation to it. In order to help others follow a code of conduct and correct a behavior(s), do you find you as a leader, advisor, etc., or your organization utilizes punishment or a discipline without punishment approach? […]
Continue Reading →One of my favourite authors is Marcus Buckingham and I just finished reading, Go Put Your Strengths to Work.
I agree with the author that “individuals, teams and organizations are most productive, creative, focused and resilient when they figure out how to play to their strengths!” I also agree that, “an individual, team or […]
Continue Reading →I just finished watching Marcus Buckingham’s video, Trombone Player Wanted. What great sharing and discussion of identification of strengths, clarification and putting one’s strengths to work. It was shocking to hear the research which indicated how irregularly individuals on a daily basis actually utilize their strengths. Only 2 of 10!! He shared particular myths and challenged them […]
Continue Reading →A previous colleague and friend recommended the book HOW to me and put me in touch with a contact at LRN. The gentleman was kind enough to meet with me, and we had an inspiring conversation and he also provided me with a personal signed copy.
The author, Dov Seidman, opens the book […]
Continue Reading →I remember being inspired and moved by a gentleman who was the opening L&D conference as the main guest speaker, so I jotted his name down and researched. Mind mapping was created by a British author and psychologist, Tony Buzan. You can Google Tony and find all kinds of interesting literature on […]
Continue Reading →- “Angie has brought energy, enthusiasm and a passion for Learning & Development to our community. She brings new ideas, “out of the box” thinking as well as sharing relevant L&D information and knowledge, such as news articles, white papers etc. Angie takes a “sleeves up” approach and happy to chase through ideas and actions to an outcome. Angie is one of the best L&D partners I have worked with over my time, she understands her subject, she is passionate about her role, and she is inspiring.”Bruce Cornford
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