Managing
Four Tips for Supporting Employee Development
Climbing your way to higher job performance requires simple steps Yesterday, Grace wasn’t able to climb stairs. Today she can. A small spine adjustment done by a caring, competent chiropractor did the trick. It was quick. Easy. Simple. Well, not really. Not so quick, not so easy, not so simple. Don’t you wish you could…
Read MoreWhy you shouldn’t hide from the heat: how to be cool when handling conflict
So much of the country has been experiencing record heat. Not just for a day or two, but for extended periods. It can wear on you if you aren’t used to it. I grew up in Virginia but after years of milder summers here in New Hampshire, these 90+ degrees days can be stifling. We’ve…
Read MoreSome people crave a process — others hate it!
My last post about routines created some interesting dialogue so I decided to explore this further. I know that Grace is better with a consistent routine, but as was pointed out to me, many people like variety in their day. For individuals who want autonomy and independence, a rigid environment will create frustration and burnout.…
Read MoreThe value of a routine depends on who you are — but also what you do
I’ve heard that dogs can’t tell time. Yet, I know that Grace is fully aware of patterns in our day. You could set the clock by when she asks for her dinner. And when we turn off the TV at night, she immediately jumps from her bed and waits by the door until I get…
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