Engaging the heart and humanizing the environment. HARD SKILLS [hahrd skilz] noun—The ability to carry out the technical and professional requirements of a job. SOFT SKILLS [sawft, soft skilz] noun (synonym: “people skills”)—The ability to engage and interact effectively with others, obtain acceptance, build consensus, and provide assistance, direction and leadership … If 50 is […]
READ MORE »February 10th, 2010, 01:09 pm
Linda’s Thoughts on Creating Community
By LINDA PROVENZA
In my own work, creating and participating in community is at the heart of what I do. Whether I am working with the staff of a hospital, college or international group, if any real work is to be done we need to create an environment where people feel valued, a part of the process, and connected […]
READ MORE »December 15th, 2009, 09:35 pm
Change = Crisis or Opportunity: Which Will It Be?
By LINDA PROVENZA
This marks the end of a tough year for many people, organizations and communities. A vast majority of people had to rethink what to expect and how to operate in a world that is in transition. Those with less have suffered more; those with more have experienced a world in flux. Wherever we stand, this […]
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