Why We Need a Feedback ‘Hack’
Feedback can trigger intense reactions—whether it’s a racing pulse or a defensive stance. But did you know there’s a biological reason behind these responses? Dive into the science of how our brains process feedback and discover practical strategies to make feedback less threatening and more constructive. Learn how flipping the feedback formula can foster a more open and supportive feedback culture in your organization.
Why is goal setting sometimes cumbersome and ineffective and other times exciting and energizing? What makes for effective goals? What does the brain science say?
We designed The Sojourn Experience for Executive Women because nothing out there really addressed their challenges. This one-of-a-kind offsite is an investment in retaining and sustaining your top women leaders.
Your managers are too critical to the success of your operation to let them stay in distress. What is on their plates today that makes this role so challenging?
When entering a new situation, executives often times undervalue the impact that they can generate for the team. There is true power in being a 'newbie'. It requires letting go of how we may define the perceived value we bring to a team.
The more I read about gratitude, the more I realized this was a POWERFUL practice. Research has shown that when you build a gratitude habit, you can increase your mental and physical wellbeing.
Setting up your own gratitude wall can be as simple as claiming a space on an existing wall, or bulletin board, or even a door or window.
If you are looking for ways to build your gratitude practice, here are some idea starters. Whether you are a writer, a reflector, or someone who likes to incorporate movement into your habits - read on.
Did you know that cortisol, one of our key stress hormones, typically takes 18 - 20 minutes to leave our brain? It can stay in our blood stream for 3 - 4 hours after it's been released.
One of my favorite Fall traditions is participating in our graduate program’s Foundations’ final class.
