Monthly Archives: June 2013

5 Tips For Finding Joy in Your Work

Posted on June 25, 2013 by Debra Yearwood

Have you ever met someone who just loved her job? Someone who doesn’t mind working late and regularly starts early. That person that does their work steadfastly and without complaint. I’m not thinking about a rock or movie star. Don’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Management | Tagged Employment, Marty Nemko, work, Work and Family, Work–life balance, Workforce productivity | 46 Comments

8 Tips For Networking In the Real World

Posted on June 18, 2013 by Debra Yearwood

Everyone knows the benefits of networking, but knowing something and doing it aren’t always the same or easy. I’ve had to drag colleagues, friends and my husband to networking events and I’ve been dragged to a few myself. The time … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Business, Business networking, Conversation, LinkedIn, networking, tips | 55 Comments

The Power and Pain of Polling

Posted on June 10, 2013 by Debra Yearwood

In North America we poll on almost anything we can imagine. What do we think is the softest toilet paper? What’s our favourite soft drink? How do we like our spaghetti? Who do we think we’ll vote for in the … Continue reading →

Posted in Communications, public relations | Tagged Erma Bombeck, New Democratic, Opinion poll, polling, Quebec Liberal Party | 32 Comments

Does Being A Lefty Or A Righty Make You A Better Boss?

Posted on June 4, 2013 by Debra Yearwood

Are you a right brain thinker or do you use your left brain? Which do you think makes you a better leader? My book club is currently reading Daniel H. Pink’s book, “A Whole New Mind”. The book explores the … Continue reading →