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End of the US COVID Health Emergency. Are You Ready?
End of the US COVID Health Emergency. Are You Ready?
With the end of US COVID health emergency, it’s time to make sure everything is in working order.
Colleen McFarland
May 11, 2023
May Day! May Day! Warm Demanders Needed!
May Day! May Day! Warm Demanders Needed!
Share with someone you know who is about to enter the work force, early in their career, or struggling to find friendship at work.
Colleen McFarland
May 1, 2023
No Fooling IRL Confidence Matters
No Fooling IRL Confidence Matters
People are craving time to connect, even if they don’t realize it.
Colleen McFarland
Apr 1, 2023
Be a Fiddler on The Roof
Be a Fiddler on The Roof
“You might say every one of us is a fiddler on the roof trying to scratch out a pleasant simple tune without breaking his neck.”
Colleen McFarland
Mar 2, 2023
Four steps to address worker burnout
Four steps to address worker burnout
EGBs are fueling “Relationships. Growth. Victory “ for Coach Shaka Smart’s Marquette Golden Eagles.
Colleen McFarland
Jan 29, 2023
Urgently needed: “Warm Demanders”
Urgently needed: “Warm Demanders”
Looking for a way to get your team members to happily stretch beyond their comfort zone, try being a Warm Demander.
Colleen McFarland
Nov 1, 2022
Looking for fun? A side gig may be the answer.
Looking for fun? A side gig may be the answer.
Where everybody knows your name and they’re always glad you came.
Colleen McFarland
Oct 5, 2022
Be Like Manarola
Be Like Manarola
If you can’t live in Manarola you can at least do this.
Colleen McFarland
Jul 6, 2022
What does it take to feel safe?
What does it take to feel safe?
Not everyone is ready to change their pandemic behaviors and habits.
Colleen McFarland
Mar 1, 2022
One thing you can do to feel good everyday
One thing you can do to feel good everyday
Make this simple habit yours. It’s fuel for learning, happiness, resilience and longevity.
Colleen McFarland
Feb 10, 2022
Hangin’ out in the Park & Ride Lot
Hangin’ out in the Park & Ride Lot
Staying connected, even when it’s hard, awkward or unconventional is worth it.
Colleen McFarland
Feb 9, 2022
Check this list to decide if you are joining “the Great Resignation”
Check this list to decide if you are joining “the Great Resignation”
While how we work has changed for many people, the basic elements that make work a joy are the same.
Colleen McFarland
Oct 30, 2021
Three ways leaders can address IRL Skills Gaps.
Three ways leaders can address IRL Skills Gaps.
Engaging in messy and difficult conversations strengthens your IRL business skills.
Colleen McFarland
Sep 12, 2021
“That is just sad.”
“That is just sad.”
The pandemic has made work less human for many people. Do what you can to foster relationships at work.
Colleen McFarland
Jul 22, 2021
Creative, kind and unforgettable
Creative, kind and unforgettable
It felt awkward for an instant.
Colleen McFarland
Jun 13, 2021
Game On
Game On
Not even fully aware of how starved I was of face-to-face family affection, I lapped up every morsel of togetherness.
Colleen McFarland
Apr 27, 2021
A little less conversation, a little more action, please
A little less conversation, a little more action, please
It’s really up to you to decide if you want to make the effort to institute the needed changes or just keep talking about it.
Colleen McFarland
Apr 5, 2021
Let’s Share Some Pie
Let’s Share Some Pie
I’ve been thinking about why people exclude others at work
Colleen McFarland
Nov 23, 2020
Open your eyes to the Social Dilemma
Open your eyes to the Social Dilemma
We have a generation harmed because of poor leadership
Colleen McFarland
Sep 22, 2020
Wisdom from “Always On” Interns
Wisdom from “Always On” Interns
What 2020 Virtual Interns Want You to Know
Colleen McFarland
Aug 24, 2020
Be Ready for the Unexpected
Be Ready for the Unexpected
Keep Your Cool and Your Humanity About You
Colleen McFarland
Jul 31, 2020
Comfort, Consistency and Chocolate Cake
Comfort, Consistency and Chocolate Cake
My Great Aunt Kitty had 16 children and they adored her.
Colleen McFarland
Jul 12, 2020
Encouraging Feedback on Racial Injustice Starts with Getting Some Yourself
Encouraging Feedback on Racial Injustice Starts with Getting Some Yourself
Creating a diverse and inclusive environment
Colleen McFarland
Jun 6, 2020
Get Your Digital Welcome Mat Out
Get Your Digital Welcome Mat Out
Providing a Virtual Welcome to your New Employees
Colleen McFarland
May 3, 2020
Deliver Realness, Meaning and Belonging at Work
Deliver Realness, Meaning and Belonging at Work
Disconnected is a must-read for leaders
Colleen McFarland
Apr 17, 2020
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