mentoring Archives - Lead at Any Level®

Follow Up after Online Events [80 words]

After you attend an online conference or virtual event, follow up with the people you met there. You can send an email, request a social media connection, or even send a handwritten note via snail mail. Gently remind the person how you met and what you talked about. Perhaps you…

Amy C. Waninger

networking, remote work, social media
Create a Field Operation On Another Network [101 words]

If LinkedIn is your home base, consider having a “field office” on another platform. Put a different way, I tend to think of Twitter as a crowded bar, where lots of different conversations are happening all at once. I may listen in for a few minutes or stop and say…

Amy C. Waninger

networking, social media
Finding the O-Ring in Your Organization

I was perplexed that the CEO was not understanding why we could not “record” the facilitated conversations around race that she was proposing that I conduct. I am a #culturefacilitator. A certified culture facilitator is responsible for assessing a company’s health and giving feedback to the head of the organization. The purpose is…

Kristina Smith
Is a “Rockette Rule” Hurting Your Organization? [983 words]

Your organization may have a Rockette Rule that keeps talented people out of leadership? Ask around, and you’ll find it.

Amy C. Waninger

discrimination, discriminatory hiring practices, diversity and inclusion, inclusive leadership
Identify Your Network Dream Team [104 words]

Who are the people you’d most like to have in your network? While everyone else is influence-chasing, focus on building real relationships with people who matter to you. Think about your personal board of directors “dream team.” Your list should include potential executive mentors, trusted recruiters, and professionals in your…

Amy C. Waninger

networking
Establish a Home Base for Networking Online [101 words]

Choose a “primary” social media platform that aligns with your goals and that allows you to develop deep professional relationships. Take some time to build out a profile that reflects your personality, work style, and ambitions. Highlight your accomplishments and unique talents. Be clear about what you offer and what…

Amy C. Waninger

networking, social media
Ignore The Numbers [95 words]

The promise of social media is that we can connect with thousands of people (or more) with a few clicks. But we can quickly lose ourselves in meaningless metrics like number of followers and “impression” stats. If your goal is networking, challenge yourself to ignore the numbers and focus on…

Amy C. Waninger

networking, social media
Set a Networking Goal [102 words]

Take a moment to consider what you want to accomplish. The way you approach networking will depend on your goals. If you seek to move up in your current field, build your brand and network accordingly. Someone looking for a career change may need to start by laying foundations in…

Amy C. Waninger

networking, social media
A Bad Day or Burnout?

When work starts to feel stressful, it can sometimes be confusing. Are you just having a bad day, a hell week, or facing total burnout? It’s important to identify what it really is so you can “treat” it immediately. Bad days happen to everyone, whether it’s work-related or not. It…

Amanda Banks
Calling Bullshit on the “Pipeline Problem” [849 words]

This week, Wells Fargo CEO Charles Scharf told members of his own company’s Black talent group that there just isn’t enough Black talent in the pipeline (and was compelled to issue an apology just 24 hours later). I’ve heard this “pipeline problem” argument from white male executives for years. It’s bullshit. (Scharf’s statement, by…

Amy C. Waninger
Attract Diverse Talent To Your Company

Creating an inclusive team is not easy, but it is something that most companies are now expected to do. Diversity is not just a fad—it is an important tool that can boost your bottom line. When you attract diverse talent to your company, you become more innovative. A diverse team…

Artur Meyster
When Remote Work Stops Being Inclusive

Remote work has evolved from being a trendy workplace dynamic to a full-fledged business strategy. However, another prominent – and unfortunate – trend is a lack of diversity in the workplace. Diversity is a critical success factor, and many business leaders may think that having a remote workforce is the…

Amanda Banks

diversity and inclusion, remote work, working from home
COVID-19 Pandemic Response from Lead at Any Level®

Lead at Any Level® understands and appreciates that events around the world are being postponed, canceled, or converted to virtual formats in response to the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. Short-Term COVID-19 Response For this reason, we have already been contacting clients to discuss alternate arrangements for events scheduled through the end…

Amy C. Waninger
When Do You Feel Included? [590 words]

Recently, I had a conversation with young woman from the United Kingdom. She asked me about the stickers I use for my Network Beyond Bias program. The stickers look like name tags. They say “Hello! I feel included when…” Usually toward the end of my programs, I prompt the audience…

Amy C. Waninger

diversity, diversity and inclusion, i feel included, inclusion, lead at any level, leadership, network beyond bias
Mind Your Own Hula Hoop When Change Is Rampant [428 words]

What’s a hula hoop got to do with change? Whenever I speak on resilience and responding to change, I invite the audience to go on an adventure with me. We stand up. We imagine ourselves running across the shire. Together, we shout, “I’m going on an adventure!” This proclamation is…

Amy C. Waninger

change, managing change, self-care
Self-Care: Essential When Facing Changes at Work [759 words]

Big changes? Small changes? Whether you’re facing a process change or a total reorganization, upheaval at work can zap your energy and dampen your spirit. I’ve been there! Here are some self-care tips for managing the stress of change. Why Self-Care Matters: The Physical Impacts of Stress The Holmes-Rahe Stress…

Amy C. Waninger

change, managing change, self-care
How to Deal with Worry at Work [688 words]

Whenever you’re in the middle of big changes at work, you may find yourself worrying about what might happen. Whether you’re facing a reorganization, layoff, or even a process change, worry at work zaps your energy and robs you of productive time. Worry at Work Destroys Productivity Not too long…

Amy C. Waninger

change, managing change, mental health, self-care
Growth Mindset for Managers [594 words]

Are you a manager or leader of a team? If so, you have a unique responsibility to seek and draw out the potential in others. You may be familiar with the term “growth mindset.” Having a growth mindset is important for our own careers. And when we manage others, we…

Amy C. Waninger

employee development, growth mindset, inclusive leadership, leadership, manager as coach
Knowledge Transfer: Increase Your Training ROI [511 words]

During one of my programs on Creating a Learning Culture, a participant asked, “How can we demonstrate a return on investment (ROI) for our training dollars?” While I’m not a financial wizard, I can tell you that it’s easy to multiply your training value with knowledge transfer activities. What Is “Knowledge Transfer”?…

Amy C. Waninger

culture, employee development, knowledge management, learning and development, training
Learn on a Budget: It’s Easier Than You Think! [451 words]

“How Do You Learn on a Budget?” During one of my programs on Creating a Learning Culture, a participant asked, “We’re facing serious expense pressures. How can we continue to support professional development? How can we learn on a budget?” First of all, a disclaimer: One of my Strengths is…

Amy C. Waninger

leadership development, professional development, training and development

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