Cultural fruit bowls

In any organization, the culture of the organization is ubiquitous. It may be intentional and created- crafted and molded into what it is. Or, it may be left unchecked, often as the lowest common denominator, and inevitably takes on a life of its own with little...

Loose lips sink ships

Gossip is a reality of everyday interactions and one that brings very little positivity, if none at all.  However, the inevitability of the behavior means that we should at least be prepared for it and understand how we will deal with gossip. Like being out in...

Toxicity will kill you

Some food, substances, and even activities may be toxic. They may have minimal effect in small doses, but with continued consumption, they will begin to impact your health and, with no intervention, may ultimately kill you. What of toxic environments? While you may...

Corporate personality

One can quickly detect the organization’s personality upon walking into an office or a store.  Reflect on your own experiences. There are those companies where people seem eager, excited, and genuinely interested in what they are doing. Then you walk into...

Which dance?

We waltz through the day, performing various dances. They are more a waltz than salsa, although sometimes it may even feel like a tango. Our interactions will become a dance as we approach situations from varying perspectives and involvement.  The dance we...