Relate Well! Blog

Unlike pieces of hardware that weren’t made to bend or flex, humans were designed with this capacity… and for good reason. We are bombarded daily with challenges and demands that can place pressure on us, especially in our relationships.  If we want to be strong and resilient when the stresses of life come our way we need to know whether we are likely to bend or break.

Some of the common pressures in the workplace involve changing deadlines, increased responsibilities, cancelled meetings, uncontrollable market or economic trends, long hours, demanding supervisors, negative co-workers and the list goes on.

Successful people don’t snap under these pressures because they have learned to be more flexible. This doesn’t mean they don’t care and it doesn’t minimize the significance of the stress. It means they are able to put their circumstances in perspective, which allows them to think, feel and behave in ways that will keep their...

If it’s your job to lead a team of employees or volunteers, it can be a bit unnerving to know that the buck stops on your desk but the group members are the ones who make you successful – or not. Inspiring your team can sometimes be a challenge, but it is a critical component to achieving your goals.  Here are five keys to inspiring your team to do their best.

Create consensus & unity in purpose – People enjoy being part of something good, strong and purposeful. Be sure your team meets together early on as you begin any project so everyone hears the vision at the same time and has the opportunity to discuss ideas and ask questions.  This ensures no team member is going in to their assignment without adequate knowledge of what goal needs to be met or with a “lone ranger” attitude.

Celebrate diversity & unique contribution – The strength of a team lies in the combination of multiple sets of skills, behavioral styles,...