Attracting and Keeping Good Employees: Cut Through the Clouds of Emotion
Tears erupted and anger brewed. Two departments were at a collective standstill. Emotions filled the room like a thick cloud blinding any attempt to understand, empathize or solve problems. A virtual workspace adds density to the cloud. Breaking up the cloud holds the...
Ahh…Yes! Parting Ways
I used to do whatever it took to preserve relationships. Then, when I first saw the martial art, aikido, my eyes slammed open. It hit me that ‘doing whatever it takes’ is a great disservice to myself and others. (Aikido provides a model of conflict mastery in which...
When the Chimes Stop Ringing – Conflict Mastery Lessons for Leaders
The lovely melody of chimes ringing outside my window is one of those small yet valued pleasures I really enjoy. Last year due to some construction, I relocated my chimes from their anchor at the corner of my home to a branch in the yard. Seasons changed, time crept...
It’s Not the Great Resignation – It’s the Great Reveal
How can a healthy woods or forest help us understand high-functioning teams and the great resignation? A healthy forest has a diverse species of trees, bushes, and ground cover growing with some friendly competition to keep all healthy. It is sustainable and...
Ahh…Yes! Clearity for You and Your Team
I hope this finds your new year off to a great beginning! Several years ago at the new year, as I was clearing out old files and closets, I thought of a new word: Clearity Clearity is a state of being that is clear of things that drag on you. Think of a clean canvas,...
Karen Valencic
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