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Life without Closets

In a recent podcast interview, I was asked this final question: “What one thing do you know?” My answer, in short, was that we all have closets. That statement is in no way intended to detract from the very real experiences of people in the LGBTQ+ community. Rather, while acknowledging…

David Rowell
How Leaders Can Encourage Learning & Development [875 words]

You probably already know that organizations with a culture focused on learning & development are more profitable, more innovative, and have greater market share. But how can leaders create an environment where learning is valued and rewarded? Align with Strategic Goals Your organization’s success depends not only on your current…

Amy C. Waninger

employee development, employee engagement, employee retention, inclusive leadership, leadership, leadership development, learning and development
Be a Yeti to Survive Change [518 words]

Changes, especially at work, can be stressful. The come in a variety of forms: new computer systems, reorganizations, shifts in responsibilities, personnel turnover. We are very rarely the ones initiating the change. Rather, we are more likely to find ourselves constantly responding to a wide variety of changes, all at…

Amy C. Waninger

change, culture, growth mindset, managing change
Listening and Empathy: Critical for Success

Listening is a skill. Few other skills are more critical for effective communication and strong leadership than the ability to listen. In fact listening is one leadership skill that ranks far and above all others in determining your overall success as a leader according to a new High-Resolution Leadership report…

David Rowell
Learn to Get Comfortable with Change [575 words]

Your world is changing more rapidly than ever before, bringing a barrage of industry discussions about disruption, agility, and resilience. Professionals who adapt quickly can seize new opportunities and manage their careers. It’s time for each of us to get comfortable with change. What Keeps CEOs Up at Night? Deloitte…

Amy C. Waninger

change, growth mindset, managing change
Why Create a Learning Culture? [727 words]

Why Create a Learning Culture? Peter Drucker famously said, “Culture eats strategy for breakfast.” In other words, your strategy will go nowhere if your culture doesn’t support it. I would take this a step further and say “culture IS strategy.” Any goal that you intend to reach will fail, unless your…

Amy C. Waninger

change, culture, employee engagement, employee retention, growth mindset, managing change
Why Your Insurance Agency Should Be More Inclusive [1033 words]

Typically, my articles speak generally to professionals in a variety of roles and industries. Today though, I want to address insurance agents directly. Why Insurance Agents? I spent more than a decade working in the insurance industry. Because of this, I appreciate the unique role insurance plays in our society.…

Amy C. Waninger

accessibility, customer service, disability inclusion, diversity and inclusion, inclusive leadership, insurance
Deviled Eggs and the Recipe for Success [317 words]

My grandma’s deviled eggs were legendary. They were always the first thing to go at family gatherings. One time I asked her what she put in them to make them so good. She said “It’s not hard. You just put a little bit of whatever you’ve got in your fridge.”…

Amy C. Waninger

growth mindset, leadership
Networking Goals: How Much Networking Is Enough? [522 words]

After a conference or corporate training event, I try to follow up with each participant. Have they made progress toward their goals? Are they using what they learned? What questions do they have? How can I help? This week, someone sent me the following response. Their question is one that…

Amy C. Waninger

networking, social media
Minda Harts Delivers with The Memo [87 words]

My ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review of The Memo by Minda Harts: The Memo, by Minda Harts, is full of practical career advice for anyone struggling to navigate the unwritten rules of corporate America. What makes The Memo unique is that it centers the experience of black women in the workplace. Harts provides…

Amy C. Waninger

book review, growth mindset
Unemployed, Not “Unemployable”

Have you ever received a job application from someone who isn’t currently working? Were you quick to move it to the bottom of the pile? Do you equate “unemployed” with “unemployable”? Be honest. It’s ok to admit that we’re biased. We are biased, it’s human nature. It’s easy to continue…

Omer Molad
How do you measure “inclusive culture”? [264 words]

It’s back-to-school time in Indiana, which means new teachers, new classes, and new classmates. Every year, I worry whether my kids will have friends in their classes, whether their teachers will recognize their unique talents, and whether the administrators support a truly inclusive learning environment. Is being an employee really…

Amy C. Waninger

data, diversity and inclusion, inclusive culture, leadership
Indiana Diverse Supplier Certifications [443 words]

Lead at Any Level® is proud to announce its diverse supplier certifications as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) and Airport Concession Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (ACDBE) in the State of Indiana. This recognition allows women-owned companies like Lead at Any Level®, as well as minority-owned companies, to compete with larger, more…

Amy C. Waninger

buy indiana initiative, dbe, diversity and inclusion, lgbtbe, supplier diversity, wbe
Recruiting Millennials (and everyone else, too)

Employees are your most valuable asset. If you want your business to thrive, you need to find and hire top talent. Despite the different channels that you can use to find the right people for the job, there are challenges that you’ll have to overcome during the process. Recruiting Millennials,…

Omer Molad
Flexible Work Arrangements: Plan for Productivity

It’s a much-debated topic and a growing trend, but most companies still don’t seem to take a deliberate approach to flexible work arrangements. Instead, they just offer a vague middle ground of “flexible work arrangements” on a case by case basis. There are strong arguments for encouraging remote working and,…

Omer Molad
Living Corporate: Media as Mentorship [336 words]

I often ask my audiences, “What perspectives does your network IGGNORE?” If you’ve read Network Beyond Bias or attended one of my programs, you know that “IGGNORE” is an acronym that represents different aspects of diversity. One great way to learn from different perspectives is to seek out media from non-traditional…

Amy C. Waninger

career, Living Corporate, Media, Mentorship
Stop Wasting Time as a Leader

As a leader, you may find yourself strapped for time, especially when you are juggling clients, team members and the constant flow of work that comes in any leadership position. Learning to manage your time more efficiently, then, is a very valuable lesson for you to learn as a leader.…

Jamie Costello

efficiency, leadership, new leaders, time, time management
LGBTQ Pride Month: Blog Round-up [181 words]

June is LGBTQ Pride month in the United States, when we honor the bravery of the Stonewall patrons who started the modern LGBTQ rights movement. Led by African-American trans activist Marsha P. Johnson, these heroes took a stand against public humiliation and police brutality. Fifty years later, LGBTQ people still…

Amy C. Waninger

diversity, inclusion, inclusive leadership, lgbt, lgbtq, lgbtqia, pride, pride month, stonewall
Podcast Hosts: How to Expand Your Reach [219 words]

After more than 40 podcast appearances, I’ve learned a simple trick for hosts to grow their audiences. (I don’t host yet, but when I do, this will be top of mind!) If you host an interview podcast, put your guest’s name in the episode title. Why? Fans of your guest…

Amy C. Waninger

Podcast
Status Quo: How Male Allies Can Effect Change

I happened to be visiting a city recently where I had family and a couple of meetings. Between engagements, I stopped for some lunch and sat outside to enjoy the beautiful weather. While I was sitting on a bench in a surprisingly not-so-clean park, a gust of wind lifted up…

David Rowell

gender, gender parity, leadership, representation, women

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