It's usually easy to see or hear clear cases of sexual harassment, but people often engage in more subtle acts that are just as inappropriate and can negatively affect co-workers. Jack Marshall, president of ProEthics, gives listeners insight into less-recognized forms of sexual harassment and breaks down the factors that make certain words, actions or visuals illegal. He also explains to Tim Muma how employers need to addr...
Individuals may disagree on the specifics of delegation, but it's difficult to argue its value and importance. LJNRadio takes a look at the impact of delegation, particularly trying to understand what makes it vital to an organization's success. Dan Demers, founder and president of ReMission Consulting, his passion for delegation and applicable experience to the show. Dan breaks down the key components for Tim Muma, and off...
There has been a lot of discussion lately about the belief that giving a two-week notice isn't necessary anymore when you're leaving an employer. Some argue the practice is outdated or doesn't make a difference. Mary V. Davids, Principal Consultant at D&M Consulting Services, joins Tim Muma to refute these beliefs. She explains why the two-week notice remains not only a professional courtesy, but imperative to the future of...
For some employees, slipping into a “career coma” can become a danger. These workers find themselves in a comfortable position with regards to their job, but also lack the growth and motivation that can make their career exceptional. To learn more about how employees fall into career comas, and how they can come out of their slumber, we speak with Lisa Gates – Negotiation Consultant, Professional Coach and Trainer, and Co-F...
Employed individuals nearing retirement often look forward to not having a long commute, stressful deadlines, and office politics to deal with. However, many new retirees find retirement to be lacking in anything that interests them on a professional level. Judith Nelson, Certified Professional Coach, joins the show to share her story about how she found her encore career, and what others can do to find theirs.
Well known stories often teach us lessons more effectively than other forms of teaching or training. People have discussed the "Wizard of Oz" and its meaning for decades, but LJNRadio now gets a new perspective on the classic tale. Dr. Kevin Fickenscher, a visionary healthcare leader and CEO of CREO Strategic Solutions, authored "Toto's Reflections: The Leadership Lessons From the Wizard of Oz." He talks to Tim Muma about t...
In some companies, negotiating a flexible work schedule is an easy process. In other organizations, the discussion may become an uphill battle for employees who are seeking a non-traditional work schedule. To learn more about how to effectively negotiate a flexible work schedule, LJNRadio welcomes Dr. Christine Dickson, a clinical psychologist, industrial-organization psychologist, and the owner of Tri-Valley Psychotherapy.
It’s every hiring manager's and recruiter's worst nightmare: a vetted candidate accepts a position, then later backs out for a multitude of reasons. Stephen Irwin, President of New Ventures Planning, joins the show to share why candidates change their minds, what the true cost of this is, and to provide simple steps to lower the risk of losing these vetted candidates.
If you use your vacation time to pretend your job doesn’t exist or to escape from the reality that you are unhappy in your career, you may be suffering from what Christie Mims calls “The Utah Syndrome.” Christie, the founder and CEO of The Revolutionary Club – a career coaching firm and a Forbes Top 100 website for your career – joins LJNRadio to discuss the downfalls of “The Utah Syndrome.” She also gives insight for makin...
In our careers, and personal lives, there will always be the one difficult person that is challenging to deal with. Whether they are your team member, part of another department, or your boss, knowing how to effectively manage these individuals is an essential skill. Kris Plachy, CEO of Leadership Coach Inc., joins the show to share her tips, strategies, and perspective on dealing with difficult people.