“Why didn’t they respond to my email??” Waiting on an email response can be frustrating. Sometimes, you don’t get a response at all! You then spend time writing another email or trying other ways to reach out. This wastes time and energy for everyone involved. Try simplifying your email. It will give you a higher … Continue reading “A simple email increases the odds of getting a response”
How to handle difficult conversations by leading with empathy
Stressed over a conversation you KNOW is going to be difficult? Maybe it’s with a person you’ve always butted heads with, no matter what you say or do? If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. My fellow LinkedIn Learning instructor, Kwame Christian Esq., M.A., is an expert in having difficult conversations in a productive way. I reached out … Continue reading “How to handle difficult conversations by leading with empathy”
The Myth of Multitasking Exercise – Updated
Think you’re the world’s best multitasker? Know someone who thinks they can do many things at once? Here’s your chance to put your skills to this test! In this video, I walk you through the all-new version of my myth of multitasking exercise. Complete the exercise. Share your result below. Then invite at least two people … Continue reading “The Myth of Multitasking Exercise – Updated”
Multitasking isn’t a superpower—focusing is.
Do you ever feel stressed out about time and the lack of it? Are you also a believer in the idea that multitasking is the only way to stay ahead at the office? What if that belief was making things worse—not better? Many people claim multitasking as their very own superpower, yet they struggle to … Continue reading “Multitasking isn’t a superpower—focusing is.”
Why cultivating awareness for different needs boosts productivity
“How can I increase my team’s productivity when they’re working from home?” The adjustment of working remotely isn’t just a pain an employee experiences. Managers are feeling frustrated by the change in the environment, too. Often the misconception is that working from home means a lower level of productivity when it’s usually the opposite. Sometimes, … Continue reading “Why cultivating awareness for different needs boosts productivity”
