How to combat favoritism in the workplace

Posted by on Jan 24, 2012

No matter how much it sucks to admit, but you know it's true: favoritism and nepotism exist in nonprofits just the same way they exist in every other facet of life (you name it: high school, family, friends, etc. they are there). Maybe you're one of the lucky few on the preferred list; if so, ...

Read More

Getting focused in 2012

Posted by on Jan 10, 2012

I don't usually make resolutions when the year turns, but I was inspired by Akhila at Journeys Toward Justice to identify some themes for the year; basically some big ideas that I can focus on when things get busy (or boring): Let go - As much as I preach to the contrary, even I have trouble ...

Read More

In case you missed them: the most popular posts of the year

Posted by on Dec 30, 2011

I've been inspired by a couple of other bloggers to share some of my top posts of the year. I want to thank all you who have been reading and I hope you'll stick with me in the new year - I hope to bring you even more good stuff! 7 Skills for Supervision Success - ...

Read More

It’s the most wonderful (networking) time of the year!

Posted by on Dec 12, 2011

I love this time of the year. I'd prefer if we had some snow in DC right now, but the chilly weather, beautiful lights and festive music make me happy anyway. I also love all the chances you get to see friends and family, especially those that you haven't seen in a long time. It ...

Read More

Linking things up – November edition

Posted by on Nov 30, 2011

Every couple of months, I like to pull together a list of some of the best blog posts, opinion pieces and otherwise cool stuff I find on the interwebs and share it with you. Here’s November’s edition, enjoy! The Importance of Managing Your Professional Development from Entry Level Living - Allison Jones has hit the nail ...

Read More

The worst thing you can do in the workplace (or life)

Posted by on Nov 14, 2011

No matter how great my job is or how awesome my coworkers and friends are, there is one thing that I can never seem to get away from: hypocrisy. And I hate it. Hate is a very strong word, but I use it intentionally in this context. According to Google, hypocrisy means "The practice of claiming ...

Read More

Getting married is like taking a job – because its finally about you!

Posted by on Nov 9, 2011

After a few weeks out of the country and another couple catching up and getting grounded, I'm back in the saddle again! The honeymoon was wonderful, just like I knew it would be. Beautiful, long, hot days on the beach or at the pool, many tall, cold (alcoholic) drinks and lots of time spent relaxing ...

Read More