GIODN Official Blog
Ok, I know it’s only September, but as soon as the fall feeling hits the pumpkin spice is out! For all the complaining some people do about all things pumpkin spice, it sure seems to be everywhere. I think the secret is that people enjoy it, even love it. It’s me. I’m people. And I […]
We used to know what an office was. It was clearly defined. There were desks, computers, copiers, cubicles, and paper. We would sit at those desks and do the work required of us. However, those iconic images of a traditional office have unraveled. Not only has professional life been thrown into flux because of the […]
It’s that time of year again! Back to school time for students everywhere. As a mom-reprenuer, this is a wonderful time for me. Once we get through the chaotic first week of figuring out schedules, we are getting back to a routine. Summer is fun, but it sure feels good to be getting back into […]
Many people are growing fatigued as the coronavirus pandemic waxes and wanes around the world. People have a lack of energy and zeal for their occupations. This fatigue is triggered by the uncertainty that COVID creates, as well as the shifting public health practices and precautions. This uncertainty fatigue is a major contributor to the […]
One thing we’ve learned from the COVID19 pandemic is the only certain thing is change. We are weathering uncertainty in the work place, in the market, and in public and social protocol. Business leaders and experts are looking at uncertainty fatigue and its relationship to burnout. Not being able to reasonably predict what will […]
Something heard over and over in organization development is how many people are doing it without fully knowing they are doing it. Often, people enter from related fields, such as HR, or simply find themselves to be the go-to problem solver in their organization. It’s great to get recognized as organization development professional and even […]
OD professionals serve important roles in their company and for their clients. They drive change and support the human side of growth and development. Importantly, OD professionals must adhere to a code of ethics. The Institute of Organization Development (IOD) has identified 5 areas of ethical behavior for OD professional. Responsibility to self Responsibility to […]
It’s summer break in the US and if you’re like me, you are taking some time for fun and family. I took my kids on a road trip to visit family and we are having a blast! This means I am working remote, remote. While I am grateful for the flexibility that remote work brings, […]
For the first time in a more than a year, many of us are preparing for a summer vacation. If you’re like me, you’ve spent some time over the past year reflecting on what really matters to you. The abrupt changes brought on by the pandemic caused us to adapt in almost every way. We’ve […]
2020 was a year of great change. The COVID19 pandemic showed us so many things. It demonstrated how precious life is. It highlighted things we value and things we want to change. For many, the sudden and drastic changes brought on because of the pandemic spurred a reflection on what had been truisms of the […]