Are You Listening?
Many of the people issues in an organization stem from poor communication. While some of the problem might be attributed to the manner in which the message is delivered, we overlook the critical role of the person receiving the message. How skilled are you as a conversation “receiver”?
The Power of Personal Stories
Sharing personal stories can make us feel vulnerable. But if you are willing, providing a glimpse of your lived experiences can create critical openings into the consciousness of co-workers. Not everyone shares the same privileges and it may foster comfort in others to talk about how it feels to be in the minority.
Take Charge of Your Personal Brand
I recently attended The Watermark Conference For Women and participated in Guisselle’s session on personal branding in which she explains that “personal branding is something you manage, not something that just happens.” If you’ve ever struggled to succinctly articulate your professional value, I highly recommend Take Charge of Your Personal Brand, by Guisselle Nuñez.