Pursuing professional development of all kinds is a great way to enhance your skills, increase your value and provide you with the expertise you need to best serve your clients. But, sometimes, this pursuit can get a little pricey. If you haven’t checked already, find out if your organization has funding available for professional development… Click to read the full article
I Know My Job! Why Do I Need Certifications?
I am a firm believer in continuing education. Aside from the fact that I enjoy learning, I understand the benefits of being on a life-long learning path. In an industry as vital and ever-changing as workforce development, ongoing training can be the key to your long-term success as a workforce development professional. If you’ve designated… Click to read the full article
How to Get a Grip on Those Emails!
Email is a wonderful thing. It allows for instant communication and provides a platform for connecting like we’ve never seen before. But not carefully managed, it can spin out of control before you know it and seem to take on a life of its own! If you’re like me, there are days when you feel… Click to read the full article
The ABCs of Success!
With the new year just beginning, the topic of many articles this month has to do with one of two things—setting goals for the year or adopting a plan for a healthier lifestyle. If you have one or both of these on your list for the new year, I say Good for You! Rather than… Click to read the full article
How to Keep the Joy in This Joyful Season!
Thinking of all that the holiday season brings, I was reminded that while this is a joyful time of year, it can also be a time of stress. The days can quickly become so busy that we forget about the joyful part. We came across this great holiday article entitled, “11 Ways to ExperienceHoliday Joy”by… Click to read the full article
Moments of Gratitude in the Middle of Chaos
As I begin this day preparing for our family gathering tomorrow, I’m taking a moment to be “In the Moment” and be grateful for the beautiful chaos that surrounds me. I’m grateful for my kids that are home from college for the holiday; for the dogs barking as they run and play through the house;… Click to read the full article