For Employers and Supervisors
striving to Engage and Motivate Talented Employees
It truly takes a village!
“If I am not for myself, who will be for me? If I am not for others, what am I? And if not now, when?” …a simple, valuable reminder for all us (from ancient sage and scholar Hillel) and a wonderful way to welcome in the New Year! Thank you to all those people who live...
Like many employers, Founder and President of High Impact Financial Services Peter Schaeffing has always posted job openings on his favorite job boards. Several months ago, Schaeffing decided to try something different…
4.1% is the latest Albany County-wide unemployment rate! Sounds like not a whole lot of people are looking for work in the Capital Region…especially given the large number of unfilled positions across Capital Region businesses/industries! But at the same time, I...
But it wasn’t RBG’s fame or iconic status or even her specific answers or comments, that has stayed with me…
To date, eight books about Ruth Bader Ginsberg have been published. Add to that the documentary, RBG AND most recent movie “On the Basis of Sex,” and it’s clear we’re talking about an icon! But it wasn’t the Justice’s fame or iconic status or even her specific...
I was reminded during a recent visit with young people at Albany County Jail…
of the impact of feeling seen, valued and respected…and NOT! Through one of my career services contracts, I have the opportunity to work with young incarcerated adults, soon to transition back into the community. As soon as you pass through the door leading into the...
Have you ever noticed that when you give a compliment for good efficient service…
...whether to the cashier at Price Chopper or host or hostess at your favorite brunch place - you almost always get a smile from the person being complimented? …She/he stands up a little taller and may even quicken her pace. Yes, when our strengths and contributions...
Banker Katie L.’s ability to listen to herself and build on her strengths, respect her values and workplace preferences…
and understand her employer's expectations have worked well for her AND LED TO TREMENDOUS WORKPLACE SUCCESS! Over the past six years, whenever I have visited the bank in which Katie L. works, it would be hard not to notice her warm smile and welcoming manner. I am...