The cobble you didn’t see coming
August 4, 2026 When a steel mill ‘cobbles’ — when red-hot steel jams the production line — everything stops. Production halts. Customer orders wait. The operators watch and wait while the line cools enough for them to get close. Once cool enough, the steel can be cut and removed. Then repairs begin. While repairs are […]
Why every leader should become more self-aware
June 19, 2024 In their book, A Theory of Objective Self-Awareness, Shelley Duval and Robert Wicklund define self-awareness as “the ability to focus on yourself and how your actions, thoughts, or emotions do or don’t align with your internal standards.” They explain that if “you’re highly self-aware, you can objectively evaluate yourself, manage your emotions, […]
How mastering time management is key to effective leadership
May 3, 2024 If you have ever felt overwhelmed with the sheer amount of things on your to-do list but cannot seem to get much done, it may be time to reassess your time management strategies. In the realm of leadership, mastering time management is not just a skill, it is a cornerstone of success. […]
The benefits and strategies for cultivating an optimistic mindset
April 17, 2024 Everyone falls somewhere on the sliding scale between pessimism and optimism. There are advantages to each, but on average, being optimistic is a far better option. Optimism has so many benefits and can enhance your life in numerous ways. Even if you consider yourself to not be an extremely optimistic person, that […]
How communication and leadership skills are directly linked
March 6, 2024 Strong communication skills are the epitome of a strong leader. However, as discussed in our previous blog, you do not necessarily need to be the best speaker or writer to be an effective communicator. The main skill you need to master is communicative adaptability. Robert L. Duran, an associate professor in the […]
Why companies need soft skills training in 2024
January 8, 2024 Take a moment to reflect on what your workplace looks like and how it operates. Maybe it thrives on collaboration, independent work, or a mix of the two. Perhaps there are opportunities for public speaking such as presentations or company events. No matter the case, workplaces differ from each other, but however […]
Practical ways you can maintain and improve your soft skills
December 20, 2023 Building transferable soft skills, such as leadership, strong communication, flexibility, and open-mindedness, requires regular maintenance. Soft skills are not obtained overnight, nor do they exist in a vacuum—they shift and require attention as people grow—in and outside of the workplace. Such maintenance may seem like it takes a lot of work, time, […]
Why soft skills should be harnessed in the workplace to support persons with disabilities
December 1, 2023 International day of persons with disabilities banner vector isolated. Handicapped people together. World day of disabled people. Lady in wheelchair, man with prosthetic arm and leg, blind woman.[/caption] December 3rd was first proclaimed as the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPWD) in 1992 by the United Nations (UN) General Assembly resolution […]