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How to critical thinking helps when you’re feeling overwhelmed

“I’m juggling too many things at once. I’m beyond overwhelmed!” Sound familiar? If you’re nodding yes, you’re not alone. This year has been especially challenging, as many of us are thrown into new, stressful situations. It can be easy to get overwhelmed with not knowing which direction to focus your energy and time. I decided … Continue reading "How to critical thinking helps when you’re feeling overwhelmed"

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Why knowledge is the first step in helping others, with guest Dereca Blackmon

“I want to help. I just don’t know where to start.” Most people WANT to be a helpful ally, yet they feel confused and uncertain about where to start. I reached out to fellow LinkedIn Learning instructor, Dereca Blackmon, for advice on that first step in the right direction. Her response: Knowledge. Learn as much as you … Continue reading "Why knowledge is the first step in helping others, with guest Dereca Blackmon"

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How regular communication builds stronger connections when working remotely, with guest Mike Gutman

Is working from home causing a disconnect between you and your team? Sometimes, when we work remotely, it’s easy to get stuck in the silos and stop the communication with our team. The relationships begin to deteriorate, which can have a negative effect on your quality of work and life. My good friend and fellow … Continue reading "How regular communication builds stronger connections when working remotely, with guest Mike Gutman"

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How regular communication builds stronger connections when working remotely

Is working from home causing a disconnect between you and your team? Sometimes, when we work remotely, it’s easy to get stuck in the silos and stop the communication with our team. The relationships begin to deteriorate, which can have a negative effect on your quality of work and life. My good friend and fellow … Continue reading "How regular communication builds stronger connections when working remotely"

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Why making choices is part of strategic thinking with guest, Dorie Clark

Are you tired of fighting fires all day…every day? Strategic thinking is the key to eliminating these little fires for good. My good friend, and fellow LinkedIn Learning instructor, Dorie Clark is joining me today to share a tip on strategic thinking. Most people think of strategic thinking as a difficult and complex process. In reality, it boils down … Continue reading "Why making choices is part of strategic thinking with guest, Dorie Clark"

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How to give feedback to your boss with guest Tatiana Kolovou

“What’s the best way to give my boss feedback?” Everyone can benefit from constructive feedback. Yet, when it comes to providing feedback to a supervisor, it can be incredibly awkward. This is why I reached out to my friend and fellow LinkedIn Learning author, Tatiana Kolovou, to share her secrets on communication. Her course, “Communication Foundations,” which she … Continue reading "How to give feedback to your boss with guest Tatiana Kolovou"

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How to grab people’s attention using storytelling architecture

“I feel like no one is paying attention to me. What am I doing wrong?” We live in a fast-paced world with hundreds of bids for our attention every second. It’s more difficult than ever to get people to focus and listen to you. Whether it’s in a meeting, on social media, or even an … Continue reading "How to grab people’s attention using storytelling architecture"

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How my vacation helped me prioritize and improve my focus

My vacation taught me a valuable lesson. I’m just returning from a month-long Oasis and wanted to share the lesson that was reinforced during my break. I believe in being fully present during my vacation and focusing on my family—my most valuable activity of all. In doing so, I am forced to put other activities … Continue reading "How my vacation helped me prioritize and improve my focus"

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Why your Most Valuable Activities help to avoid switchtasking

“Fewer things done better.” – Jeff Weiner, Executive Chairman, LinkedIn. What is the most valuable thing you do for your company? This past January, I spoke to the incredible LinkedIn and LinkedIn Learning team in Dublin, Ireland on ways to combat the habit of switchtasking—my word for multitasking. Are you wondering how the above question … Continue reading "Why your Most Valuable Activities help to avoid switchtasking"

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Why you should avoid these three side effects of switchtasking

One. Thing. At. A. Time. When you try to tackle multiple tasks that require attention at one time, you’re switchtasking. Switchtasking isn’t something our brains are capable of processing effectively. Therefore, we end up these three adverse side effects—or costs—as a result: Loss of time Decreased quality of work Increased stress levels Think of a … Continue reading "Why you should avoid these three side effects of switchtasking"

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