Posts Tagged ‘managing stress’
Connecting the Dots: From Family Wounds and Workplace Woes to Professional Success
Summary: Many top leadership experts now acknowledge how family patterns appear at work. Here is what some respected educators are saying to help you see the connection from the past to the present. Dear Dr. Sylvia, I want to bring you and your team into our company for leadership training as part of our mental…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Stress Mastery Handbook for Parents as Leaders: Conquer Stress and Thrive
Summary: Once one becomes a parent, a roller coaster comes with the territory. It can be fun, scary, anxiety-producing, and challenging. Parents are often overwhelmed by stress and its detrimental effects on their well-being and family dynamics. Here are some ideas from the handbook, a companion to “Invisible Stress.” Dear Dr. Sylvia, I know you…
Read MoreWhy Psychological Safety Is Cost-Effective at Work
Summary: Most twenty-first-century workplaces are rife with negativity, tension, and conflict, with enormous costs ranging from decreased productivity to lawsuits. Here are some ideas on developing psychological safety and making positive cultural changes. Dear Dr. Sylvia, The complaining at work about too little time and too much to do is getting old. I have team…
Read MoreA Tale of Two Generations: Impact of Author Ernest Hemingway’s Childhood on His Transgender Son
Summary: Mental health is part of the business world for all leaders to consider at work. Pride Month offers a time to look at this complex topic through the life of Ernest Hemingway. Dear Dr. Sylvia, I am struggling with a senior VP who announced he is becoming a she. “They,” asked how that would…
Read MoreRebuilding Trust: The Warriors’ Path to Championship Greatness after the “Green-Poole Incident”
Summary: What happens when a fist hits flesh? Or when words sting and burn? Conflict is a BIG problem that can make teams thrive if handled effectively. Conversely, customers and employees leave (or lose championship games) when conflict is swept under the rug. Here are my thoughts about best practices for conflict resolution. Dear Dr.…
Read MoreHow leaders recognize and overcome cognitive biases that impede critical thinking
Summary: Cognitive biases can impede critical thinking and decision-making. When leaders make more objective and informed decisions, they move to the head of the pack of successful companies. Dear Dr. Sylvia, What’s a gal to do? My senior team is looking at how we can do better with strategic planning. My colleague told me that…
Read MoreThe Cost of Stress: How Leaders Can Stay Resilient
Summary: As leaders, it is essential to take care of yourselves so that you can take care of your team and your customers. Here are some tips and strategies to help you manage stress and lead your team effectively. Dear Dr. Sylvia, I just read that stress in the workplace is a billion-dollar problem. Not…
Read More10 Proven Strategies for Educators to Empower Students in Coping with Stress
Summary: Is the world spinning out of control? It feels that way with the speed of negative issues that seem to impact everyone, everywhere, all at once. Here are some ways to help students cope with the complexities of modern life. Dear Dr. Sylvia, I am a high school English teacher. My kids are hurting…
Read MoreHere’s What to Do About the Stress of Constant Change
Summary: Â Change is happening at an escalated pace. The stress of constant change makes it the #1 health concern worldwide. Here’s what you need to know to keep from falling down the rabbit hole of anxiety and depression. Dear Dr. Sylvia, I read that the primary sources of social change include population growth, climate change,…
Read MoreHere’s What It Takes To Become Conflict Competent
Summary: How much time do you spend angry and upset with your colleagues, friends, or family? It’s time to learn the skills of being conflict competent. That means you have the right communication system to speak and be heard. More than that, you lead others to solutions that benefit all. Dear Dr. Sylvia, Everyone seems…
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