Hearing Is Easy But Listening Is Hard
Have you ever had a team member start a conversation, only to find yourself wondering what they just said? Or have you asked someone a question, only to wonder how you’re going to respond instead of intentionally listening to them?
Are You Falling… or Learning?
Although I grew up in Minnesota and then lived in Colorado for nearly 15 years before moving back home, I never learned to properly downhill ski until I was an adult. And learning then was difficult.
3 Ways to Set Boundaries and Maximize Your Productivity
We are burned out. We are distracted. And we are overwhelmed. At EPI, we see it on our own team and recognize it in our clients and industry colleagues.
Conflict Is an Opportunity for Growth
Conflict is an unavoidable part of our lives and part of what makes us human. But many would rather run in the opposite direction than confront it. However, dodging tension to create the appearance of harmony is problematic. Overcome workplace conflict with personal responsibility and modeling above-the-line behavior.