It doesn’t have to be a major movement, like #blacklivesmatter. Your purpose has to be your own, however small or grand. The scope of what you’re doing isn’t important – the importance of what you’re… The Connection Between Finding Your Purpose and Soft Skills
We can’t predict the future. Behaviors and trends that are common today may not meet tomorrow’s needs. But we can get coaching now to help us navigate situations that are sensitive, delicate and may have… Developing Life Skills to Navigate a Cancel Culture
It’s the question that’s on everybody’s mind from students to parents to school administrators. There is no simple answer. But there is certainly a lot of discussion on the topic. And it’s trending up on… Is a Gap Year the Right Choice for You? Here’s What to Consider
For the past couple of weeks, we’ve been talking about resilience and adaptability as critical soft – make that POWER skills – that students need now more than ever. As COVID-19 rages on with no… From Adversity to Resilience: How Soft Skills Empower Students
This is a time of change. Make no doubt about it, there is a tectonic shift happening in our world right now. Industries have toppled and giants have quivered in the presence of submicroscopic spiked… Breaking Barriers: Overcoming Bias and Embracing Change
So much has happened in 2020. What began as an exuberant celebration of a new decade and all the promise that comes with a fresh start has turned out to be one of the most… The Year That Love Won: Progress Towards Diversity and Inclusion
Back in 1999, then President Bill Clinton officially declared June as “Pride Month.” We could successfully argue that it was overdue given how long the LGBTQ community had been fighting for awareness, respect and equality.… Why This is More Than Just a Logo: The Importance of Diversity and Inclusion
Do you bend in the wind – or fall down? 2020 has proven to be a challenging year for everyone. Resilience and creativity have emerged as this year’s must-have soft skills (or power skills as… Building Resilience: Essential Life Skill for Navigating Life’s Challenges
Last week, I had the incredible opportunity to interview a US veteran who had served in the Middle East. When Nick Palmisciano returned to the US after being deployed for his country, he craved building… Communication Training on Giving and Receiving Feedback is Critical in Professional Development