We all understand that the idea of “paying it forward” is a good thing. We know that when someone does something thoughtful for us, we should make a conscious effort to spread that goodwill by lending a hand to someone else in turn. But it’s critical to remember that every interaction, no matter how small, offers you a choice to pay forward something either contagiously positive or infectiously negative. Remember What's Important Sometimes this choice is easier than others. It is easy to … [Read more...]
Civility: It Begins With Each of Us
I have been thinking a lot lately about civility. I asked a friend, who is famous for his joy, about how to stay positive and peaceful in today’s world. In response, he sent me an audio copy of Dr. Martin Luther King’s final speech known as his “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop” speech. I have listened to it a half a dozen times this week and reread it almost as many times. Fifty years after they were spoken, Dr. King’s words haunt me, but at the same time, bring me incredible hope. In his final … [Read more...]
An Introvert’s Guide
The business of business is relationships; the business of life is human connection. – Robin S. Sharma People assume I am an extrovert because I attend a lot of events, I speak to many groups and coach leaders. You get the point, in a leadership position there are many events to be hosted and attended. For some, this comes natural and for others, like myself, it is work. The truth is, I am an introvert who operates in an extrovert world. I am quite terrible about small talk. I feel … [Read more...]
Begin With Kindness
"Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not." – Dr. Seuss Be kind. The vast majority of this life’s problems can be fixed with kindness and the same applies in the workplace. I am unsure how we slipped away from serving people, but the human condition wants to be appreciated. Every person on the planet gets up each day and wants to know that another heart appreciates and values them. By extending a small amount of kindness and a small amount of … [Read more...]
Dear Intern: I believe in you
Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn. - Benjamin Franklin The idea of internships to prepare you for employment is a modern concept, internships have become a function of, "Let me, in a short time, gain knowledge, experience, and insight, that will help me make a decision based on my long term goals” rather than to just earn money. The experience has improved greatly for the intern and the employer as well. At Southwest Michigan First, we place great … [Read more...]
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