by Christi Barrett | Change, Leadership
Leaders have been encouraged to stop making excuses and simply apologize when they make mistakes. Good advice, but it isn’t enough to say you’re sorry. It really isn’t that hard to apologize. What is really hard is changing your behavior, so that you...
by Christi Barrett | Communication, Leadership
What have you accomplished this week/month/year? If you can’t answer that question, your contributions may not be on your boss’ radar either. That could spell trouble when it comes to career advancement – or in some cases, keeping your job. There is...
by Christi Barrett | Leadership, Performance
My goal for this spring is to clean out my basement. (My youngest is 13. Why do I still have a toddler’s play kitchen?) Spring is also a golden opportunity to clear the decks of your leadership. Consider these questions. What is important to you? What are your...
by Christi Barrett | Choice, Performance, Success
Whatcha doing today? Most of us try to tackle too many priorities, and that is bad for the organization’s bottom line and your personal effectiveness. As you plan your action for the day, do one thing that combines these two powerful, energizing factors: Do what...
by Christi Barrett | Growth, Judgment, Success, Wellness
At the beginning of Humanergy’s meetings, our mindfulness expert, Launda Wheatley, helps us focus. She takes us through a series of breathing and centering activities that clear our minds and prepare us to engage in the meeting with concentration and purpose. I...
