Liz Trocchio Smith
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It’s tough to be rational when you’re upset or angry. If you’re having a conflict with a colleague and feel worked up, you’re unlikely to make good decisions about what to say or do. Rather than jumping into the discussion right away, buy yourself some time. Explain to your colleague that you need to think through the issue before coming back to it. (Don’t tell the other person that they…
Being a strategic leader starts with asking your team the right questions about their work, your company, and the big picture. Here are five questions to pose to team members on a regular basis: What are you doing today? This will bring to light any significant work that you aren’t aware is being done or that’s taking much more time than it should. Why are you doing the work you’re…
When it comes to planning our careers, we carefully choose our companies and jobs. But rarely are we deliberate about selecting the advisers and confidantes who help us succeed. Cultivate a support group for your career by thinking about whose advice and expertise you wish you had on speed dial. Consider who you feel inspired by, whether they’re colleagues, senior leaders, or peers in your field. Seek these individuals out,…
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New Year’s Day is nearly here and offers the promise of great things to come. What are your plans to reenergize for the New Year? Here are three actions critical to a promising new beginning. 1. Reflect Many people will push right into the New Year with no respect or consideration for the last 365 days. No doubt, victories were had, mistakes were made, relationships came and went and, most importantly,…
Using free, public Wi-Fi networks comes with a number of serious security risks, yet many of us do it anyway. To minimize the chance of having your money or financial information stolen, follow these steps. First, if you’re on public Wi-Fi, don’t shop online, log in to your financial institution, or access other sensitive sites. Use a Virtual Private Network, or VPN, to create a network-within-a-network, keeping everything you…
Family gatherings, party feasts, gifts galore. Holiday season in America is enchanting — yet often overwhelming for the adults who are responsible for the planning, baking, and buying. If just thinking about the coming holiday season makes your pulse rate skyrocket, why not try a new plan this year? Here are 6 ways to feel less frazzled and enjoy the holidays more. Plan ahead. Sticking to a timeline can make the…
The pace of work everywhere has increased. We’re all expected to do more in less time. So what should you do if someone on your team takes too long to get their work done? Start by finding the source of the sluggishness. Your employee might be struggling with a new task, or devoting too much time to certain projects because they’re a perfectionist. Don’t make assumptions. Even if you have…
Wishing everyone a Happy and Safe Thanksgiving! Make it a great one!
Everyone faces pressure at work. But whether pressure turns into stress depends on how you react to it. The good news is that, with practice, you can change your default response. Even if you’re someone who typically gets flustered in the face of pressure, you can train your brain to be calmer when a stressful event arises. Make a list of five stressful events from your past that you were…
When you’re tired, you’re less effective at your job — it’s as simple as that. To prioritize sleep, start by accepting that working more doesn’t necessarily mean you’re doing better work. Sleep deprivation takes a toll on your cognitive abilities, whether you notice the effects or not. Your caffeine consumption can be a good litmus test: If you need coffee just to make it through the morning, or even the…