Posts by Robin
Your ability to persuade depends on the quality of your relationship
There are lots of times in the course of a normal day when we need to persuade a co-worker. Sometimes it is as simple as asking a teammate to cover during a lunch break or as challenging as implementing a new policy that presents unwanted changes. No matter the degree of difficulty, there is one…
Read MoreShould You Provide Assessment Results To A Candidate?
When you use assessments in the hiring process, you have a choice as to whether to share the assessment results with a candidate, even if they don’t get hired. In this video, Robin outlines her recommendations about when and how to share assessment results. When and How Should You Share Assessment Results? When you use…
Read MoreFebruary 2017 Round Robin
In February’s online workshop, Robin discusses two of the nine Behavioral Traits measured by the ProfileXT assessment, specifically Pace and Assertiveness. 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 information will be…
Read MoreAre you making this common leadership mistake that erodes your trust and competence?
Sometimes this mistake happens behind closed doors. Other times within earshot of others. It often happens nonchalantly, like when two colleagues are having a casual chat that develops into a full-blown venting session. It might seem like a valid stress-relieving technique at the time, or at least innocent without ramifications. But never will this mistake…
Read MoreMoving fast doesn’t guarantee fast (or effective) results
With never-ending pressure to get results out of yourself and your team, it’s tempting to move fast. Why shouldn’t you forge ahead like a steam roller? The more you do, the more you can achieve. Right? Unfortunately, it doesn’t work that way. Moving fast does not guarantee fast results, nor effective outcomes. There is a…
Read MoreWorking with a Disruptive Employee
Working along a disruptive employee leads to bad morale for everyone. It drains the energy and patience out of co-workers and even the most tolerant of managers. In this video, Robin discusses ways to work through a situation where an employee is always upsetting the apple cart as well as emphasizing the importance of dealing…
Read MoreJanuary 2017 Round Robin
In this month’s Online Workshop, Robin discussed the Thinking Style scales found on the ProfileXT assessment. You will learn how this impacts the way we process information in the workplace. Even if you aren’t using the assessment, the information will be valuable in understanding how this helps (or hinders) your communication efforts with your co-workers.
Read MoreTake Stock of Your Achievements
It’s December and the end of the calendar year, so it’s a natural time to reflect on the past 12 months and think about all the things that occurred. Far too often we get stuck in thinking about what we didn’t accomplish, which leads to disappointment or frustration. In the video, I’m going to share…
Read MoreDecember 2016 Round Robin
In this month’s Open Q&A, Robin talks about showing gratitude and rewards for employees, along with tips for goal setting that won’t backfire on you! https://youtu.be/VKjZaw2268o
Read MoreFinding appreciation in a partially decorated tree offers management lesson
My holiday greeting this year was planned with a backdrop of a fully decorated tree. I added the beautiful white lights and cranberry strings, but time got away from me and here we are, weeks into December, and I’m still not finished. After walking by the tree for several days in that incomplete state, I…
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