Posts by Robin
July 2017 Round Robin
In this month’s Online Workshop, Robin discussed the inverted triangle method of communication. This model will improve your relationships with others, guaranteed! Robin also talked about how to handle situations where an employee has work responsibilities than are not a match to their strengths.
Read MoreThere are times when blinders actually work
I almost always advocate that you take action in a troublesome situation. But there are times when it is advantageous to put on your blinders. Grace reminded me of that advice the other night, along with offering clues to the appropriate time to take cover. This past week in New Hampshire, we’ve had some thunderstorms…
Read MoreHow to Vent Your Frustrations Without Being a Jerk!
When we feel passionate about our views, it can sometimes be hard to find the right delivery to get our point across. Sometimes, well, it seems like we’re being a jerk! In this video, we’ll explore this topic of venting and how to deal with stress in ways in constructive ways. I had a question…
Read MoreJune 2017 Round Robin
In this Online Workshop, Robin discusses the Interests section of the ProfileXT assessment, including why those areas are measured and how to use the information to self-manage and manage others. She fields questions about how to use the information for hiring decisions.
Read MoreTaking action matters to others, especially when faced with overwhelming odds
Last week, I visited Puerto Rico for the first time. It offered the opportunity to see how one place can simultaneously offer beauty and despair, and how one person who takes action makes a difference in the lives of many. This U.S. territory is a beautiful Caribbean island rectangular in shape, approximately 100 miles long by…
Read MoreMay 2017 Round Robin
In this month’s Online Workshop, Robin will be discussing two of the nine Behavioral Traits measured by the ProfileXT assessment, specifically Independence and Judgment. You will learn the strengths and benefits of both ends of the scale and how it impacts an individual’s work style and interactions. Even if you aren’t using the assessment, the…
Read MoreAre you Over Communicating?
One of the most cited issues in workplace cultures is around communication. We’ve all experienced the lack of communication or a communication breakdown or a miscommunication! These are indicators for inadequate or incomplete communication. So it’s doubtful that you are over communicating in your workplace! In this video, Robin addresses why some of these issues…
Read MoreWould You Ask Hypothetical Questions in an Interview?
When interviewing a candidate for a job, you need to ask good questions. The challenge with asking a hypothetical question is that you aren’t going to get the most accurate response. In this video, learn why you shouldn’t be asking hypothetical questions and how to ask in a more effective way. Where Do You Look…
Read MoreFear can be your friend or your enemy, you choose
We all experience moments of fear. Fear can help fuel us to success, but far too often, we let it stop us from doing things we are capable of. It becomes our enemy instead of our friend. My timid dog, Grace, fears children, loud noises, and a long list of other things. She can be…
Read MoreAre you going above and beyond in your work?
With crazy workloads and busy schedules, it’s probably hard to imagine going above and beyond your own job responsibilities. Finding time for all the things on your own ‘to-do’ list is hard enough. But if you want to leave a memorable impression, that’s precisely what you need to do. And it doesn’t always have to…
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