There are some days we all wish we had an extra hour or 5 in the day to get everything done. The fact of the matter is we all have the same 24 hours. So, how is that some people seem to get it all done while you feel like you are being pulled in …
Author: Bonnie Anderson
Is it time to hire a Virtual Assistant?
Are you feeling overwhelmed in your business? Are you wearing so many different hats that you feel like you’re on a hamster wheel and you may never get off? It may be time to hire a virtual assistant. Virtual assistants started popping up in the late 1990’s as the dot com boom was rising. They …
Are you a self-aware leader?
The psychology theory of self-awareness allows leaders to reflect on their own behaviors, compare them to their core values, and the values set forth by society. As human beings, we are naturally flawed. However, a lack of self-awareness as a leader does harm to your followers and your organization. This usually shows it’s head through selfish …
Tips to keep in mind when planning a company retreat
A couple of weeks ago, we posted a blog about incorporating team building activities when planning your next company retreat. We received some follow up questions about choosing a location. In this blog, we are going to answer those questions and give you some tips on planning the menu and even a few aspects you …
How to build an effective team using Emergenetics
Building an effective team does not have to be a complicated process. In this blog, I am going to show you how to build an effective team using the Emergenetics model. It’s a scientifically proven model that has been used by Fortune 500 companies such as Aflac and Paypal. The Emergenetics model helps us discover our …
Two team building activities for your next retreat
If your company is not planning annual company retreats, you’re missing out on opportunities to boost employee morale and address areas in your company that need improvement. Every company retreat should include a little work and a lot of fun. You want your employees to walk away from the retreat with a clear understanding of …
Four Tips to Sharpen Your Management and Leadership Skills
Are you looking to advance to a management or leadership role in your organization? If so, you should be taking immediate action to show the higher ups you have what it takes. Or, perhaps you’ve been asked to head a committee or manage a team for the first time, and you’re not sure where to …
How to build an effective team
Have you ever had to put together a team? Chances are you have, and you may have had some challenges. I am going to make your life a little easier by providing you with five simple tips you can apply when creating your next committee, task force, or any other team. Whether it be professional …
How to improve employee engagement
Are you struggling with keeping your employees engaged? If so, you’re not alone. According to a 2018 Gallup poll, 85 percent of employees are disengaged or actively disengaged at work. That means 85 percent of your workforce is not reaching its fullest potential. As a business owner or Human Resource professional, this should raise a …
How self-awareness impacts personal and professional development
What comes to mind when you think about personal development? You may think about learning a new language, attending a seminar, improving your health, or developing a new skill. These are good examples of personal and professional development, but there is an essential factor missing – self-awareness. In psychology research, the theory of self-awareness discovered …