by Jana Kemp | Dec 1, 2020 | Blog
“Project your voice so we can hear you.” Or were you thinking, “finish the project so we can start a new one!”? Today, let’s talk about the project upon which people work alone or together to achieve a team, department, or organizational goal. A project is tactical,...
by Jana Kemp | Nov 24, 2020 | Blog
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...
by Jana Kemp | Nov 16, 2020 | Blog
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...
by Jana Kemp | Nov 10, 2020 | Blog
“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...
by Jana Kemp | Nov 3, 2020 | Blog
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...
by Jana Kemp | Oct 27, 2020 | Blog
Communication is an art to which we can apply the science of “how to be most effective” steps. Even with good intentions, team-focused care, and task-focused attention, communication can break down. Enter “clarifications” as a tool set for improving communications at...
by Jana Kemp | Oct 19, 2020 | Books
A tutorial is the meeting of a subject matter expert with one or a few others for the purpose of discussing further a topic of study. Typically, more than one meeting/session occurs. DIY (do-it-yourself) and tutorial videos abound. From company websites to YouTube to...
