Brainstorming is a cornerstone of creativity and innovation in any successful business. However, it often leads to hurt feelings and frustration among participants. The good news is that with the right strategies, you can transform brainstorming sessions into productive and safe environments where everyone feels valued.

What sets me apart is the "extra" of my personality that infuses every teaching moment with a touch of magic. I've distilled my experiences into a book, Learning Can Stick: A Guide to Make Every Experience Safe, Logical, Fun, and Memorable. Today, I want to share some nuggets that can transform any interaction.

While our sphere of control may feel small and often frustrating, our sphere of influence is limitless! The key is to shift your focus from what you cannot control to what you can influence. Let’s explore how you can make that happen.

Today, I want to discuss a question that’s been on my mind: Why are we willing to settle for mediocrity? Are we afraid of excellence, or do we simply doubt our ability to achieve it? Let’s unpack this together, and I promise it will be a journey worth taking.

We all need a great elevator speech. You know, that concise yet impactful speech you could deliver while riding up ten flights with a stranger. It’s a small window of opportunity, and your ability to communicate succinctly can determine whether you gain a longer conversation with that person. So, how do you make every word count? The answer lies in starting with ''why''.

Creating buy-in is essential whether you're trying to convince your family to agree on a vacation spot or rolling out a new program at work. Here are three effective strategies to foster buy-in from your audience.

Disagreements are an inevitable part of any collaborative environment, but they don't have to lead to conflict or resentment. Instead, they can be opportunities for growth and improvement when managed effectively. Here are four ways to disagree constructively and advocate for change while maintaining positive relationships.

To effectively get multiple teams to work together on a project, fostering interdependence and unity is crucial. Here are three key strategies to ensure collaboration and success.

Compliance training often carries a reputation for being dry and tedious. However, it doesn’t have to be that way! While it’s essential to cover compliance, procedures, and processes, the delivery of this content can be transformed into an engaging and enjoyable experience for participants. Here are several strategies to infuse energy and excitement into your training sessions, ensuring that even the most mundane topics become memorable.

Understanding your team is crucial for fostering a productive and harmonious workplace. When you know your team members' strengths and personalities, you can effectively capitalize on their unique talents. More importantly, when individuals feel that their skills are recognized and utilized, they are more likely to remain engaged and committed to the organization. 

When people are unequipped to do their jobs well they either leave or need to be trained a second, third, fourth, fifth…you get the picture…time.

Are we afraid of excellence or are we unsure we can reach it? I don’t know what is stopping you from choosing excellent, but I do know that you can decide to be great. It is a choice.

If we aren't logical with our actions, we lose people. Here are some tips for making your work space make sense to all stakeholders.

People want to know that at work they are able to ask questions, make mistakes, and try new things. Check out the simple things you can do to create this space at work.