Tag: leadership
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The Importance of Wellness for Professionals Supporting Complaint Management and Resolution
One question I often ask students and early-career professionals who are interested in workplace investigations, legal practice, or any related conflict resolution, social justice or conflict management profession is “why do you want to do this work?”. It is an important question because these professions have a meaningful impact, but they are not always easy.…
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Dare to Lead – Book Review
Brené Brown’s Dare to Lead has been a significant source of inspiration throughout my leadership journey. This foundational text encourages readers to move beyond their comfort zones and embrace courageous leadership rooted in vulnerability, trust, and accountability. A central insight is that effective leadership does not require having all the answers. Instead, it requires the…
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Getting to Yes: How to Negotiate Agreement Without Giving In – Book Review
Negotiation is a skill we use daily, whether in professional settings, challenging conversations, salary and contract discussions, or managing competing priorities in personal life. In Getting to Yes by Roger Fisher, William Ury, and Bruce Patton, the authors outline the guideline for principled negotiation. They introduce the concept of BATNA (Best Alternative to a Negotiated…
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The Skill of Writing as Professionals
Why writing is an essential skill for career growth and thought leadership. Writing is more than just words on a page. It is an essential skill every professional needs. It shapes how you think, communicate, and lead. As professionals, especially in technical fields, we are constantly asked to explain complex ideas through writing. We write…
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The Making of a Manager by Julie Zhuo: Learning Leadership as a Practice
Stepping into a leadership or management role may not always come with a manual. Sometimes, it requires additional learning while navigating people, expectations, performance, process, and work culture. The Making of a Manager by Julie Zhuo is one of the books that aims to fill that gap with clarity and practical insight. Drawing from Julie’s…
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Turning Pages, Changing Perspectives: The Value of Reading
Reading is one of the most important habits you can develop if you want to change your life, build thought leadership, and grow both personally and professionally, most importantly, as a lifelong learner. Reading does not have to be limited to books or articles related only to your industry. You can and should read widely…
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How do you spend your time when commuting?
If you conduct a time audit, you might discover that your commute is a valuable pocket of time, one that can be intentionally used to call a loved one, read a book, meditate, pray, work on a personal project, or simply rest. I believe that balance and flexibility are inportant for effective time management and…
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