When I tell my clients to ease up on applications and focus more energy on networking I get that look. You know the one: “I so don’t want to do that.” Or the other one: “Eeew. Gross.” Underlying these expressions are fear (because many people don’t know how to do it) and/or loathing (because it… Continue reading Ditch the Dread of Networking With These Tips!
Category: Conflict Transformation & Communication
The Strategy to Address Conflict, Sabotage and Invisibility in Meetings
Have you ever attended a meeting prepared to speak of an identified risk, solutions and options to move forward but: You are promptly dismissed? Your idea is attributed to someone else? Your suggestions are scuttled by a colleague advocating for a different approach? When it happens, do you find yourself unnerved? Do you try to… Continue reading The Strategy to Address Conflict, Sabotage and Invisibility in Meetings
4 Tips to Get The Job You Want in Humanitarian Aid & International Development.
As a coach and trainer for humanitarian aid and international development workers, I get a lot of questions about how to get the “dream job” in this field. Many times folks want a quick answer. There are, of course, no quick answers. There are, however, four tips that will set you in the right direction. 1)… Continue reading 4 Tips to Get The Job You Want in Humanitarian Aid & International Development.
Mindful Communication – Podcast
Working in humanitarian aid is rewarding but you can feel disconnected, burnt-out and frustrated. I know. I’ve been there. Have a listen as I discuss with Brigid what humanitarian aid workers need to feel connected, grounded and resilient. Click here to listen to the podcast: Mindful Communication After listening, think of one action you can… Continue reading Mindful Communication – Podcast
Why Women Undermine Women & What To Do About It.
The Problem: The Workplace I read an article recently on why some women undermine other women in the workplace. I was struck by the conclusion: Women undermine other women not so much because of gender but because of workplace conditions. I disagree. Some women undermine other women because of the influence of patriarchy and impact… Continue reading Why Women Undermine Women & What To Do About It.
Rage
I have witnessed the RAGE of women. Ashley Judd epitomized this when reciting the words of Nina Donovan at the Women’s March on January 21, 2017. With those words I recognized my women friends, colleagues, strangers and myself. As much as we have tried to drown, ignore, or work through the RAGE, it is still… Continue reading Rage