Two-Eared Listening

Two-Eared Listening

“Elders tell us that we have two ears and one mouth so that we can listen more than we talk.” (Chief Mi’sel Joe, Miawpukek First Nation) I recently attended a gathering called Two-Eared Listening for Deeper Understanding in St. John’s NL, hosted by Miawpukek First...
Using Pronouns-Strategies for Inclusion

Using Pronouns-Strategies for Inclusion

I start meetings and introductions by inviting participants to share their name and pronoun. Why? For a cisgender person (a person whose gender is in alignment with the sex they were assigned at birth), there is little to no risk in sharing your pronouns. When you’ve...
Creating Safety and Inclusion Online

Creating Safety and Inclusion Online

How can we create online meeting and learning spaces where people feel as safe as possible? Safe to do what you might ask? Make mistakes and feel safe to reveal to others where their skills or knowledge might lack. How can we foster open communication, show trust,...
Getting Unstuck

Getting Unstuck

  It’s time to take a closer look at your back burner. You know, the place where you shove aside the projects or decisions you’re not quite sure what to do with.   Stuck projects can clutter up your desk and your mind, reduce your productivity and weigh you down....
A Good Laugh Is Good For Business

A Good Laugh Is Good For Business

  Executives and managers today are increasingly acknowledging that laughter is good not only for personal health and well-being, but for career success and overall workplace wellness as well. Laughter can motivate and facilitate team building, improve stress...