By Yvonne Milosevic Like it or no, the COVID-19 pandemic dragged us all into the Zoom Era. But chances are, businesses will still rely on virtual meetings even after the crisis. That's why we need to reimagine diversity and inclusion efforts initially tailored for the…
“Wherever there is a human being, there is an opportunity for a kindness.” – Lucius Annaeus Seneca By Yvonne Milosevic If ever there was a moment the world could use a little more kindness, now is the time. The pandemic has caused unprecedented stress on our…
By Yvonne Milosevic Whether we like it or not, we all have implicit biases—it’s part of being human. The important thing is to actively counteract them when we recognize the harm they can cause. As we’ve noted before, there’s a disconnect between good intentions and on-the-ground reality at…
By Yvonne Milosevic We’ve made peace with the fact that virtual meetings are with us for the long haul. Despite the vaccine's imminent arrival, many companies are allowing employees to work from home well into 2021. Meaning, we’re going to be dealing with “Zoom fatigue”…
By Yvonne Milosevic Not that long ago, leading a life of leisure was the ultimate status symbol. Now, it’s the opposite. In today’s so-called busy culture, a person’s level of busyness signals their higher social value. After all, if you’re ultra-busy, you must be in-demand,…
By Yvonne Milosevic We’ve got good news for everyone who hates ultra-aggressive company cultures. You know, places where intimidating, selfish, manipulative people always seem to get ahead. Researchers from UC Berkeley have found that obnoxious people have no advantage over their nicer peers. It turns…
By Yvonne Milosevic Ah, the office know-it-all—almost every workplace has one. You know the type: They think they’re always right and would rather die than admit to being wrong. They dig in their heels when confronted with an opposing viewpoint. Without a doubt, they believe…
By Yvonne Milosevic Even if the pandemic hasn’t put your job in jeopardy, growing your professional network is still a vital activity right now. But what’s the best way to go about it in an era of virtual everything? Building connections requires out-of-the-box thinking, says Noah…
By Yvonne Milosevic If you think back to some of the best coaches you’ve had throughout your life, how would you describe them? Chances are, words such as encouraging, positive, enthusiastic, or supportive come to mind. Whether we’re talking sports coach, life coach, or professional…
By Yvonne Milosevic Even the most prepared and accomplished professionals experience periods of self-doubt. Often, these feelings work on a subconscious level. But if left unaddressed, they can limit your potential and can even sabotage your career. Doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will.…