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Leadership in a Time of Incivility
Watching the service for John Lewis got me thinking. About civil rights, about politics, about funerals, and mostly about civility. That’s something we have lost in our country. Not only civility, even more, but we have also lost the dream of the United States. Why are we so fragmented today? Why are so many people…
How to See Your Emotional Blind Spots
Summary: Do you want to be able to see what you can’t see? There are ways to make the invisible visible. Keep reading. What can you do to make positive changes when you cannot see what is wrong? That is to say, can you use a magnifying glass or an x-ray machine to help? Above…
Job Loss? Next Steps
Summary: When your life changes, what is the best way forward? Here’s a good idea. What happens when the road you’re on says “Dead end.” It occurs when you have a job loss. That is also the same sign when downsizing is in your company’s best interest. You can run but you can’t hide. The…
In the Room Where IT Happened
Summary: Leadership and self-awareness go hand in hand. That means knowing your family and cultural history. Have you ever thought about what happened in the room where YOU began? #leadership #culture #communication I have a question. Do you know about you, in the room where it happened? The success of the Broadway show Hamilton brings that song…
Can You Remember?
Summary: The time has come to understand better diversity and inclusion in our work, schools, and communities. It begins with your personal story. Everyone has one where they were excluded or ignored. Here is how to use storytelling at work. Can you remember the first time words were thrown your way that would bite and sting? Above…
Leadership: What We Learn From Gen Z
Summary: The difference between having a debate and having a dialogue are worlds apart. For healthy relationships, dialogue is the winner. There is an astounding amount of polarization in the world right now. It can be seen in all generations. Sometimes I wonder if the bad habits from the past will ever change. It seems…
Leadership and Stress
Summary: Leadership skills must include best practices for dealing with stress. Here is some food for thought. What is top of mind today is what leadership skills are needed when stress is high, which seems to be hanging around every day during these changing times. That is to say, we all feel it. At least,…
How to declutter your mind and get it organized
Summary: Did you declutter your home during the past few months? Your home and your mind! Is that all you need to declutter? Here’s what one of my clients said that had me laughing and cheering him on. Dear Dr. Sylvia, I have always been a leader, and I am known as “the boss who is not bossy.” Indeed, that’s good.…
The Courage to Change: Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement
Summary: Diversity and inclusion are now the norms rather than the exceptions. The big question is: “What can be done to heal the chasm of discontent that exists in most workplaces, in fact, around the world, regarding differences? Here are thoughts to ponder. We need a new way to approach diversity and inclusion. “What’s the…
Is There A Common Future?
Summary: Here is why addictions and change fight each other. Yet, they lead us to think about our shared future. Better yet, read on to see what to do about it. Here is the BIG QUESTION: What is the destination? STOP! Most importantly, do not answer just yet. Covid-19 has caused us to ask. To clarify,…
How Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement Move Productivity to a Higher Level
Summary: You can teach prejudice. You can grow and learn too. Here is the story of one woman who helped children become critical thinkers. They developed self-awareness for more fulfilling lives. Firstly, if you do not know who Jane Elliott is, please google her. Then take the time to watch the documentary. Yes, one person…
Leadership Skills: It’s Time To STOP Being a Pleaser
Summary: Why is it hard for so many to say NO? If it means people are upset with you, what can you do? Here are some ideas to stay calm and not be derailed by your insecurities. Dear Dr. Sylvia, Many of my executives complain that they are exhausted and feel overwhelmed because they can’t…
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