Wow... this was great! One of the many thoughts that resonated with me within these pages was the one about resolving conflict in the workplace. As an HR professional, even after 12+ years of experience, I always feel like I've failed when I'm unable to resolve someone else's conflict that they've brought to me. I … Continue reading Book Review: Biblical HR – Applying Eternal Truths to Everyday Work (Brett Billups, 2022)
The Beggar and the Statue
Preface: Today's blog post is a result of an assignment last week from the writing course I am currently taking. I was instructed to write a fairy tale. This is what I came up with... Once upon a time there was a poor beggar on a street corner in the city who was holding up … Continue reading The Beggar and the Statue
What I’m Learning in 2023
A week into the New Year, I'm already experiencing some intriguing developments that are directly related to my first attempt at the One Word Challenge. Last week, I wrote about my selection of the word INTENTIONAL as my focus for this year, and although a lot of thought went into adopting that word, it is … Continue reading What I’m Learning in 2023
My One Word Challenge
Recently, I read Jon Gordon's One Word Challenge, which is an alternate method of planning for success in the New Year. Jon Gordon co-wrote the book along with Dan Britton and Jimmy Page. The spectacular thing about this slim publication is found in its simplicity. Instead of setting a handful of goals that most people … Continue reading My One Word Challenge
My Favorite Books of 2022
I always look forward to this blog post at the end of the year. Not only does it afford an opportunity for me to share my favorite books of the year, but I usually get some great recommendations for future books from those who read this post. Please be sure and leave your favorite books … Continue reading My Favorite Books of 2022
What I Learned in 2022
I was devastated when I realized that I would no longer be able to keep the job that, at the time, was the best one I'd ever had. When I first took the position, I thought it would be the last job I would ever hold. Almost five years into it, I knew for sure … Continue reading What I Learned in 2022
100 Things You Can Do Right Now to Have a Better Day Today
GiveA genuine and specific compliment to someone who deserves itAway at least 5 things that you are not using anymoreA word of encouragement to a pastor, waiter, customer service, or public service workerFlowers or a phone call to a family memberLess of your time to worry or complaining or gossipMoney to charitySomeone a hugYour best … Continue reading 100 Things You Can Do Right Now to Have a Better Day Today
Book Review: The Five Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace (Chapman/White, 2011)
This is the type of book that can impact and change a culture. So many of the book studies I've participated in at work are focused on the work. This is the first book I've read that is focused on the people who do the work, how to communicate the value that they bring, and … Continue reading Book Review: The Five Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace (Chapman/White, 2011)
The Case of the Missing Vowel
I saw a word the other day that had 4 of the 5 vowels in it. Because of the unique nature of this word, it was interesting to notice which of the 5 vowels were included within the word and which one was missing from it. The word contains a "U" and an "I," and … Continue reading The Case of the Missing Vowel
Do You Yield?
In the 1991 film, Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves, starring Kevin Costner, there is a scene near the beginning of the movie where Robin is trying to cross a creek in the woods, and he is confronted and stopped from crossing by Little John. A fight ensues, and just when it looks as though John … Continue reading Do You Yield?
A Stop at Willoughby 