Reflections of the past year can either be silenced by COVID or celebrated by the human spirit. It depends on what defines us. As an HR Leader, I can either be defined by COVID or find solace and wisdom in the many hours of conversations with employees regarding life during
Leadership is the ability to listen, respond and guide individuals for the good of the whole. We have seen the best and the worst of leadership in these times of COVID. We have seen the emergence of leaders from the greatest range of individuals and positions widening the meaning of
Unless you are perfect in all things, to be successful in one’s career and as well in life, committing to self-assessment is essential. Assessment for me is: Self-Knowledge (knowing your personal and professional self); Setting Priorities (understanding your priorities and those of others you decide to work with and for);
The ability to solve problems is an art and a science that takes finesse, skill and practice. Here are some suggestions that should assist you in elevating your problem-solving prowess: Thinking on your feet does not always require you to answer a question on your feet or immediately. You have
There is no more important skill, then that of human connection. As a Human Resources specialist, putting the “human” back in Human Resources, has been my forever quest. Putting the human back has everything to do with networking and networking (simply put) equals net worth. So, when I am asked:
By Michelle Perna Begin to change your mindset- unemployed does not mean unemployable. This is the first step to recovery for those of us that have and are unemployed. Rather than refer to yourself as being unemployed, call yourself an “On-Hold Elite”. It better describes WHO you are rather than
