by Shelley Row | Jan 18, 2021 | Communication skills, Leadership in Engineering
Tone at the Top Matters: What Tone Are You Setting? As a manager, what you say and how you say it drastically affects your team. Fix bad behavior and set the tone for office culture by learning from these mistakes. Daniel was the new boss and he came in like a...
by Shelley Row | Sep 25, 2019 | Business Skills, communication, Decision-Making, engineer, Leadership, Neuroscience, over thinking, success
Imagine a Ferrari. It looks sleek and fast. Now imagine a Ferrari with a Ford Focus engine. It still looks sleek but its performance is impacted by the mechanics under the hood. It’s not so different for you. The influences “under your hood” dramatically impact your...
by Shelley Row | Oct 12, 2015 | Leadership
It was another one of those days. There were too many things on the to-do list to squish into the available time. I fretted and agonized. “How will it all get done?” The anxiety in my body mounted: tightness in my chest, knots in my stomach. “Oh no! You’re going to...
by Shelley Row | Mar 14, 2024 | Business Skills, Communication skills, Emotional intelligence, Employee Culture, Employee Engagement, Foundational Skills, Leadership
In the modern workplace, where collaboration, innovation, and productivity are paramount, the concept of psychological safety has emerged as a crucial factor in creating successful and high-performing teams. But what is psychological safety? Psychological safety...
by Shelley Row | Feb 27, 2024 | Business Skills, Communication skills, Emotional intelligence, Employee Culture, Employee Engagement, Foundational Skills, Leadership
Employee Appreciation Day is March 1st. To what extent do your employees feel appreciated? What steps are you taking to celebrate their efforts? This is a good time to reflect on your practices and be reminded of the importance of creating an appreciative environment....