Author Donna
Lately I’ve been pondering different ways that I and others change how we operate – shift how we think, feel or behave – in order to make a difference in our lives that can range from minor to seismic. I found myself equating these… Continue Reading →
As I think about the emerging talent in the organization where I work and my role in helping develop our next leaders, I find myself recommending different formal leadership programs for different kinds people at different points in their journey…. Continue Reading →
We are made from the stuff of exploded stars in an ever-expanding universe. Recent research on leadership shows that if it can be learned, it can be taught. As a corollary, I believe that like leadership, visioning can be taught… Continue Reading →
Here are some quick tips I’ve learned along the way to turn conference attendance into a professional development opportunity. Plan Ahead I always have a better conference experience when I’ve taken the time to map out a plan before I… Continue Reading →
In those desperate two weeks between when someone accepts a job and when they finally start, time speeds up. We are short-staffed. They’ve accepted the job. We can’t wait for them to get here. In addition to making sure they’ve… Continue Reading →
My colleagues and I recently presented on the topic of Hiring for Fit at a state library conference. While our intended audience was hiring managers, I was surprised at the number of potential job seekers in the crowd. That got… Continue Reading →