Some weeks, like the one I recently spent in Vermont and Pennsylvania, leave you full in the best possible way.
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Curiosity: The Secret to a Kinder 2025?
In the fast-paced, high-pressure work environments of today, acts of kindness often seem like a luxury. Yet, as I’ve shared countless times as The Kindness Catalyst, kindness is no longer just a “nice to have” trait in the workplace—it’s a critical ingredient for thriving organizations.
The Power of Clear Communication in Challenging Moments
Whether leading a team, running a business, or managing client relationships, one simple question can make a huge impact: What can I do to ensure people aren’t left guessing?
How to Bolster Resilience
Hustle and bustle season has arrived! Kids are back at school, fall sports are underway, holiday season is quickly approaching, and we have just begun our final quarter of the year. Needless to say, people will be under a lot of pressure for the next few months.
Graduation Season
Graduation is one of the many milestones you could be celebrating this season. Storytelling, whether delivered by a professional speaker or simply among friends, has the power to connect any audience in unexpected ways.
The Importance of a Name
The importance of a name could be more than you may realize. Last night, was our first “Kindness Catalyst” workplace cohort with 20 employees from a financial institution based in 13 different Asian countries. We will be working together for the next several weeks, so I knew I wanted all of us to be comfortable using each other’s names.
Compliments from Strangers
Compliments from strangers are almost always unexpected, but they also tend to stick in our memories for longer. There is something about someone you don’t know going out of their way to validate, acknowledge, or admire. Giving a compliment to a stranger can sometimes feel uncomfortable. You don’t always know how your message with be received. But if we are genuinely extending kindness to another person, we can feel confident that our gesture will be well received.
The Gift of Communication
The gift of communication often gets taken for granted, but I was suddenly feeling nostalgic when I spotted this old telephone in an antique shop recently. It flooded me with a million memories.
Beginning the New Year with Hope
Perhaps you are beginning this new year with a little bit of hope again. I hope you made time to replenish your tank during the final days of the year. As the calendar changes to a new year, it feels like a fresh start.