David Novak posted an article on LinkedIn about how important it is to recognize others that resonated with me. He stated 3 reasons why it is important to start using the power of recognition. They are: 1. It shows people you’re watching. Don’t you feel valued when someone notices your hard work and lets you Read more about Recognize Someone Today[…]
This morning I am feeling a great deal of passion and unconditional love for the people in my life. I was reminded of the fact that we have no guarantee as to the length of our life because this morning I received a call about my sister-in-law having to have been taken to the hospital. Read more about Unconditional Love[…]
I have read and heard about this concept for a long time, that you “become what you think about.” But, we probably all need reminders of this fact. So, this morning, on LinkedIn, I came across a post to remind me once more to be aware of my thoughts! Strati Georgopoulos posted the following article: Read more about You Become What You Think About[…]
Avery Konda, Program Assistant, Centre for Changemaking and Social Innovation posted an article on Empathy and Why It Is Important on July 8, 2019. He asked a group of 60 students from the Simcoe County District School Board the question: Why do you think empathy is so important and what is empathy? After a few Read more about Why Is Empathy Important?[…]
According to Aytekin Tank, founder at www.JotForm.com, in a post on LinkedIn, only 10% of us listen effectively. Brenda Ueland states, “We should all know this: that listening, not talking, is the gifted and great role, and the imaginative role. And the true listener is much more believed, magnetic than the talker, and he is Read more about How to be a Better Listener[…]
Rasmus Hougaard & Jacqueline Carter of Potential Project posted the following article on “Being Mindful 10 minutes a day. The article states that “Research has found that mindfulness training alters our brains and how we engage with ourselves, others, and our work….Through repeated mindfulness practice, brain activity is redirected from ancient, reactionary parts of the Read more about Spend 10 Minutes a Day Being Mindful[…]
Dr. Travis Bradberry posted the following tips for helping an anxious child: 1. I’m here with you. You’re safe. 2. Do you want to do some dancing or running to get rid of the worried energy? 3. Tell me about it. 4. What would you like to say to your worry? What might your worry Read more about 9 Things To Say To Your Anxious Child[…]
Ramesh Krishnaram posted an article on LinkedIn about “Positive Reinforcement,” stating that “To build a strong team you must see someone else’s strength as a complement to your weakness not a threat to your position or authority.” Krishnaram gives 3 examples of how he has observed positive reinforcement and what he has learned. 1. Interaction Read more about Positive Reinforcement[…]
Brene Brown posted the following checklist about “The Engaged Feedback checklist: I know I am read to give feedback when… _ I’m ready to sit next to you instead of across from you. _ I’m willing to put the problem in front of us rather than between us (or sliding it toward you). _ I’m Read more about Daring Feedback[…]
In a post on LinkedIn, the following 13 traits about Emotional Intelligence were researched and found in people who displayed EQ: 1. You think about feelings. 2. You pause. 3. You strive to control your thoughts. 4. You benefit from criticism. 5. You show authenticity. 6. You demonstrate empathy. 7. You praise others. 8. You Read more about What Does Emotional Intelligence Look Like?[…]