The first time I really paid attention to the term “work-life balance” was during interviews as I was about to graduate from business school. Coming out in a strong economy when companies were actively recruiting from top business schools, I heard many spiels on work-life balance and corporate programs centered around the concept. The whole idea was to make us … Read More
Strategic Networking
Just the other day, after leveraging a key contact to land a prime business opportunity, a friend posted on her Facebook, “Your network determines your net worth.” We all know the importance of networking in growing our brand, companies, and careers. For those of us who are introverts, the thought of actively networking can be daunting if not overwhelming. However, … Read More
FLORIDA TODAY EDGE Blog: Innovate from Within, Provide Incentives and Reward Solutions
How do you promote innovation while trying to manage the day-to-day operations necessary to run your business? There are many ways to create a culture of innovation, including building diverse teams, not punishing failure, promoting collaboration and leading the charge. You need a diverse team in terms of traits you are born with and traits acquired through experience. You should … Read More
FLORIDA TODAY EDGE Blog: Rejoining the Workforce, Stay Relevant While Taking Time Off
It is common for women or men to take some time off from their careers, whether it be for personal or family matters. That decision can result in stress when it’s time to rejoin the workforce. Many worry about having to take a few steps backward in their career to get back into the swing of things. Regardless of why you … Read More