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How Can we Become Better at Delegating?
Delegation is an issue that anyone who finds themselves in a leadership, management or supervisory role has to deal with. This article is based on the discussions my TEC – Trusted Advisors group dealt with at a past session. I trust you may get some new ideas or be...
Branding – Insights from young engineers and university students
Last week in Calgary with members of the Young Engineers of ASHRAE (YEA) and this week with marketing students at Capilano University in North Vancouver, I had the opportunity to present some ideas on personal branding. Both audiences were bright, open to new...
Personal Branding: “You as the Product” ©
As a former recruiter and someone who has been involved in coaching and training people for over 25 years, I have consistently stressed the importance of creating a personal brand. When coaching candidates for interviews, conducting business development workshops, or...
A Right Brain Weekend with Young Engineers
This past weekend I attended the Young Engineers of ASHRAE (YEA) leadership weekend in Atlanta. I was encouraged by the response of the majority of the participants to my recommendations to develop and enhance their creative and intuitive skills (a.k.a. right brain)...
A Few of my Leadership Secrets
As summer winds down and I prepare for the demands of a busy fall schedule, it is important to take the time to clarify my priorities and find ways to improve my effectiveness. Balancing my business and personal goals are important if I want to walk my talk. Here are...
Vacation Reflections
As an advocate of work / life balance, I constantly encourage my clients to achieve that equilibrium in their own lives. I am posting some comments while on a family vacation in the resort town of Whistler B.C. Vacations can be a good time to reflect on life, work,...
More than a makeover!
Have you ever chosen to buy a product or service from a company because their website was impressive, current and inviting? Maybe you bought or signed up because you could relate to and connect with the firm. Well it was time for Kison Inc. to have a fresh new look...
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