Demographic Changes Impact the Future of Work: Infographic Shows Business and Education Trends
The U.S. has always been known as a melting pot; diversity is it’s strong suit. However, when it comes to the workforce and corporate America, diversity has been lacking. No longer. Minorities are becoming the majority and that means the majority of consumers, clients and leaders in the workforce. Outlets ranging from the Huffington Post to the Bureau […]
Infographic Depicting the Rise of Women in the Workforce
I am passionate about women in the workforce, in leadership positions, and as a key factor in understanding the seismic shifts in the future of work. Because of that passion, I created this infographic with the help of research from George Washington University’s new initiative, On the Board, American Progress, and the U.S. Small Business […]
Organizational Change Interview: Anne Loehr and Bill Kearney on The Future of Work
Being interviewed by Bill Kearney on WKXL in New Hampshire is always lively and thought provoking. He has interviewed me many times over the past few years; he never fails to ask pointed questions that create a stimulating conversation. I’ve embedded our last interview here, where we discussed many organizational topics including workplace demographics, generations, […]
It’s a Man’s, Man’s, Man’s, World…or Is It?
As I read Emily Bennington’s Who Says It’s a Man’s World: The Girls’ Guide to Corporate Domination, I made constant notes while absorbing all of the tips she lay out throughout the book. Bennington has something for everyone, touching on topics such as self-awareness, social skills, personal effectiveness, team development, leadership and a practical toolbox […]
Five Tips to Transform Talent in the Workplace
Let’s talk talent. I don’t mean Broadway and Hollywood talent; I mean organizational talent. The people at work who lead projects, clash with their colleagues and often give 100% to their organization. I’m giving eight talks in two cities over the next few weeks. The questions I’ve been asked to address in my talks include: […]
These Organizations are Placing A Spotlight on Workforce Trends: Demographics, Diversity, and Coaching
At last…spring is here! Q1 is complete and it’s time to come out of hibernation and renew the vigor for achieving your organizational goals. A few of these goals might include focusing on improving your leadership skills, refining your work training programs or increasing employee engagement. Over the next six weeks, I’ll be speaking on […]
Online Learning Increases Employee Engagement: How to Create Online Training Programs That Work
In my last two posts, I discussed why it’s important to incorporate the seven learning styles into adult learning and how online learning programs can do that effectively. In this post, we’ll look at some best practices for creating effective online learning programs that work in your organization, as well as practical steps to help […]
Online Learning Increases Employee Engagement: What is Online Learning?
In my last post, I discussed why it’s important to incorporate multiple learning styles in a training program. Technology offers to best opportunities to do that. In this post, let’s look at what online learning actually is. The U.S. Distance Learning Association (USDLA) seems to concur that there is no official, agreed-upon definition of online […]
Online Learning Increases Employee Engagement: Seven Learning Styles
“On average, students in online learning conditions performed better than those receiving face-to-face instruction,” concludes a report by the Department of Education (DOE). In fact, in the DOE’s report “Evaluation of Evidence-Based Practices in Online Learning,” students doing at least some of their course online ranked in the 59th percentile compared to wholly in-classroom taught […]
Four Ways to Cultivate Trust at Work
Quick! Think of your most successful business relationship with a colleague, client or boss. What makes it so special? It’s probably the prevalence of trust. Before thinking of the content and characteristics that make up the foundation of trust, think of what trust elicits and inspires: a sense of comfort. Charles H. Green expounds this […]
