• Abbe's Winding Path
    "In reality the only way to learn something new is to have a beginner’s mind. As coaches like to say - “be willing to suck at it.” No one starts out learning French with a perfect French accent and extended vocabulary. It takes time to lay the foundation to master a language. With a beginner’s mi...
  • On the job, find ways to be what’s better about 2023
    Another year, another opportunity to do better. What can you do to create a better work experience in 2023, not only for you, but for those around you?
  • Surviving a Bad Boss
    Toxic. Bully. Saboteur. Insecure. Narcissistic. Micromanager. Jerk. If any or all of these sound like your boss, welcome to the club no one wants to join. Fellow club members can tell you how to survive a bad boss and win by landing a better gig with a good boss.
  • 2020 Star Nurses Weekly Spotlight - Chapter 6
    As a part of the recognition of the 2020 Star Nurses finalists we will spotlight nurses through the end of summer. Check back each week for more spotlights from our 92 Star Nurses.
  • Companies Continue to Embrace the Many Benefits of DEI Policies
    Despite recent criticism of diversity, equity and inclusion – even efforts to legislate it out of existence – many companies still see it as good for business. With good reason.
  • The Straw That Stirs the Drink
    ​​I’m always making the effort to be someone who sees the possibilities between others. I hope that you will take that on too with increased vigor. Be the straw and stir the drinks whenever and wherever you can.
  • Employee Survey Feedback is Helpful, But Only if Done Right
    Plenty of employers gather feedback from employees to measure strengths and weaknesses of the organization. But that survey feedback is only as good as the process surrounding it, and how the results are used.
  • To-Do or Not To-Do, That is the question
    Those who have known me for a while won’t be surprised by the fact that I had to start with a set of questions that led to data points that would measure the results. I’m a creature of some pretty repetitious habits. They work for me much of the time–and I believe they help others
  • Here’s Why Strong Leadership is so Important
    Why do we need leadership? Great leaders create a vision and give their employees the guidance, tools, and inspiration to reach their full potential.
  • Audrey’s Winding Path
    The hardest thing for me to overcome in my professional career is that things are usually not “fair”. There will almost always be a situation where I think something isn’t fair, and a lot of times it’s not. I think growing up we’re so used to answering something right and being rewarded with a go...
  • Give Your Employer Brand The Attention It Needs
    A strong employer brand helps companies attract top talent, retain that talent, reduce the costs of hiring and marketing, and improve productivity. Every employee, manager and leader should be able to articulate your employer brand and communicate its value.
  •  Follow 6 critical steps to boost company culture
    A workplace with healthy company culture cultivates employee engagement – something only one-third of organizations nationwide have on average.
  • How to Give Feedback to Your Boss
    Giving feedback to your boss can be a tricky endeavor. How do you offer your thoughts in a respectful way? Discover how to open up dialogue without putting your boss on the defensive.
  • Custom Content by: The MIL Corporation (MIL)
    ISO: A Place to Grow, Learn, Lead, and Succeed
    CONTENT FROM MIL CORPORATION What if you had a job where leaders were invested in your success and ready to listen to your ideas even in the early days.
  • These 25 qualities are the makings of great leaders
    What makes a great leader? Here are 25 leadership qualities that make a positive impact on an organization.
  • 2020 Star Nurses Weekly Spotlight - Chapter 7
    As a part of the recognition of the 2020 Star Nurses finalists we will spotlight nurses through the end of summer. Check back each week for more spotlights from our 92 Star Nurses.
  • Measuring Employee Sentiment and Why It Matters
    Employee sentiment is about identifying the authentic emotions and perceptions driving employee experiences. 
  • Lessons From Five Break-up Songs About “Ending It” With Your Job
    Don’t kid yourself: Most people don’t really like to read career advice. They do so because so many Americans are unhappy in their jobs. Although maybe career advice, at this point, is just rubbing our nose in it?
  • When Networking for Clarity Many People Talk to the Wrong People About the Wrong Things?
    So I’m writing this post for the many of you out there who might be considering setting up a professional coffee or two to help them get clarity on the overall direction their careers might take in the coming months and years.
  • Here’s Why Workplace Training is a Great Investment
    Employees are a company’s greatest asset and the key to success and business growth. Investing in their training and development eliminates skill gaps, teaches them new technologies, and helps them become product experts. That investment improves performance, innovation, and customer service.