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The Power of Childhood Lessons for Leadership Not long ago, I stood in front of a group of bright, brave, nervous sixth graders on their graduation day. Their eyes were wide with excitement and uncertainty as they prepared to leave the only school they’d ever known. As I spoke to them about courage, kindness, and […]

Why Should You Offer Professional Development Stipends In 2025? A Small Investment, a Big Impact In 2025, the organizations that thrive will be those that prioritize their people. Employees are looking for more then free donuts and shout out’s – they want to grow their skills and knowledge! Professional development stipends are more than just

It was in May of 2020, only 2 months into the pandemic, that it became quite obvious that my role as Vice President of People (VPP), was not long for this pandemic world. I was with a successful live event production company for 5 years before the pandemic, when suddenly all our work was canceled.

This week’s blog is brought to you by Julie Johnston, our Game Changer Coach, who is also our resident Public Speaking and Voice Over Coach.  Julie has spent most of her life making the most of her voice.  As a professional voice actor herself, she truly understands the power and impact a voice can have. 

Many companies show that they value their employees by gifting them an allotment to spend in a variety of ways for their personal development and growth. If you are fortunate enough to work for a company that offers funding for your professional development and growth, it’s your job to ensure you take advantage of it.  

Organizing a holiday party for a hybrid team requires extra creativity and planning to ensure everyone feels included. Here are some easy steps to help you plan a successful end-of-year event, ensuring interactions feel as seamless as possible between all participants and everyone has a good time. Steps to Help You Successfully Pull Off a

Let them have fun, and the work will get done.   When it comes to team building and holiday party activities, a little creativity can go a long way. Taking risks and introducing innovative ideas can foster a deeper connection among your staff, resulting in improved engagement and camaraderie. Discover how unconventional experiences build team bonds,