How to Effectively Communicate With An Influence (I) Personality
The DISC assessment is a popular behavioral profiling tool to enhance workplace relationships and communication. Among the four personality types identified in the DISC model—Dominance (D), Influence (I), Steadiness (S) and Conscientiousness (C)—the Influence personality stands out for its charismatic, enthusiastic and people-oriented nature. Understanding how to effectively communicate with this personality style can help […]
The Last Word: Heart Wide Open
Looking back through my life, I can see where my practice of emotional intelligence first started. It was during one of the toughest periods of my childhood—my parents’ contentious divorce. As a kid caught in their messy split, I found myself playing the role of emotional translator. I wanted them both to know I loved […]
My Midlife Crisis Took Me on a 73 km Backcountry Hike Halfway Across the World—Alone
This year, I turned 50—a milestone many of my friends and colleagues associate with mid-life and the pressure to have one grand hurrah before everything supposedly goes downhill. “Are you getting a new car?” “Which exotic location are you vacationing in?” “When’s the big party so we can celebrate?” These questions continuously plagued me for […]
Dry January Benefits: The Effects Of Taking A Break From Alcohol
We’ve officially ushered in a new year, which means you’ve likely heard the term “Dry January” being tossed around. Before you ask, no. This phrase has no affiliation to the weather—people in the states that continue to be pummeled with snow can attest to that. Instead, it refers to the personal choice of taking a […]
Trump administration directs all federal diversity, equity and inclusion staff be put on leave
President Donald Trump ‘s administration moved Tuesday to end affirmative action in federal contracting and directed that all federal diversity, equity and inclusion staff be put on paid leave and eventually be laid off. The moves follow an executive order Trump signed on his first day ordering a sweeping dismantling of the federal government’s diversity and inclusion programs that could touch […]
