Workplace: Best Use

Having grown up in 4-H, with its motto “to make the best better”, I am a firm believer in “best use” practices. Everyone wants to feel like their talents are being tapped and utilized in ways that are meaningful – think “best use.” Many people also want their best...

Workplace: Mindsets and Chairs

Colleague Christy recommended 5 Chairs-5 Choices by Louise Evans. Not being familiar with it, I did some digging. TEDX-Milan had her presentation of the concept. I thought “this is probably the whole book” and yet discovered that the self-published book has additional...

Workplace: On the Fly

“On the fly” means to be doing something while already in motion or while progress is underway. Likely, the activity is happening without much planning and without taking time to assess the situation once actions are in motion. Online listed synonyms include “doing...

Workplace: Voice

The word voice can be a noun or a verb. “She has a beautiful voice.” (noun) Or as a verb: “Voice your opinion!” “Use your indoor voice” can be heard in workplaces involving children. “Find your voice” is sometimes said to adults who are not speaking up or not sharing...