Communicating in an appropriate way at work is a no-brainer, but what does it mean to be appropriate? What one person thinks is appropriate can be vastly different from the next person. And what we find acceptable is informed by our culture, backgrounds, and lived experiences. So how do we ensure that we communicate in […]
Communication is something we do every day and have done since the day we are born. We literally come into the world loudly communicating that we have arrived. It’s a part of what it means to be human, and in many ways is so fundamental that we don’t even think about it. Like breathing, it’s […]
Tough conversations happen at work, but how can we have them in a productive way? We’ve all been there. A crisis or long-standing issue disrupts workflow and progress comes to a complete stop. A meeting is called, frustrations are vented, and emotions run wild. Damage control is the next step, but important working relationships have […]
During the pandemic, so much of our world transitioned to being online, whether we liked it or not. The transition online was arguably inevitable, but the pandemic accelerated the normalization of it. Prior to the pandemic, Zoom was known by a select group of professionals scheduling meetings across time zones. Post pandemic, everyone and their […]
You may have noticed that the conversation has shifted from talking about equality to talking about equity. While equality and equity are similar concepts, they have crucial differences that can impact outcomes. Equality refers to treating everyone the same way, regardless of their differences in background, circumstances, or needs. It aims to ensure that everyone […]
Is it okay to cry at work? Tears are natural and human. While not all of us cry, crying is a normal reaction to increased emotion. This is not a bad thing, and in fact, emotional tears communicate strong feelings and create a sense of vulnerability that improves relationships. While they can be embarrassing, the […]
