Conflict Conversations
Several questions were posed to a group of individuals between the ages of 25 to 71. They represented various cultures, ethnicities and racial groups. Below is an overview of what …
“What you talkin bout, Willis?”
Unconscious Bias in the Workplace The title of this article was made famous by the seventies sitcom “Diff’rent Strokes,” which depicts the adoption of two black boys by a Park …
Acronyms – What Are They Trying To Communicate?
Barriers to Effective Communication Acronyms are confusing. Do you remember your first day on the job? New people, process, and systems; it can be overwhelming. And then you are hit …
10 Tips for Effective Communication While Working Remotely
I do not know about you, but I tend to be “wordy” in my communications, both in person and in writing. You see, what I should have said is simply, “I’m wordy.” If you …
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What Floor Do You Live On?
How We Compartmentalize Emotions When I was in my twenties, I was facing a few life issues, so were my friends. Today, with the pandemic, civil unrest, unemployment, businesses closing, …
The Times They Are A-Changin
Managing Conflict in the Workplace Bob Dylan wrote the song “The Times They Are A-Changin” as the title track of his 1964 album, an “anthem” of change for the time. …
In Business: Your Values Matter Most
Values stem from our beliefs and convictions, which then guide and direct our behaviors in life and business. They are the essence of who we are, the foundation of our …
What Stops You from Taking Your Business to the Next Level? 7 Ideas You can Use to Get Unstuck
Admit it, you have dreamed that your business earns at least a million dollars a year. You see yourself providing jobs for your community and leaving a legacy. But, it …
Through the Looking Glass
As I pondered this new year we are attempting to embrace with its new adventures, opportunities, and president I couldn’t help thinking about the books “Alice and Wonderland” and the …
Keys To Becoming An Entrepreneur
Starting a business can be exciting as well as scary. Jason Nazar, a contributor to Forbes’ Entrepreneur magazine shares some insight on the highs and lows for entrepreneurs and small …