Connecting during Social Distancing Part 2: Four Steps to the Next Level

March 30, 2020By Mike MillerConnecting, Engagement, Leadership, Mindset, Strengths, Team Effectiveness

As we continue down the path of social distancing working virtually and further apart from each other physically, the need to connect with each other at another level than just casual conversation or the, “To Do,” list becomes even more relevant. In Part 2, here are FOUR steps to take you conversation and work relationships … Read More

Social Connecting during Social Distancing: Five Ways to Start

March 19, 2020By Mike MillerConnecting, Engagement, Mindset, Strengths, Team Effectiveness

The news changes daily and regular updates modifications of normal.  And yet, in business we need to press on as much as possible.  It takes more than just task orientation to stay connected.  It takes empathy and intentionality to go to another level.  StrengthSmart was designed as a conversation guide around individual strengths but has … Read More

Social Distancing and not Social Disconnection

March 13, 2020By Mike MillerEngagement, Strengths

Meetings are being cancelled, large events put on hold, and the opportunity to personally interact with business colleagues, clients, and coworkers is being interrupted due to COVID-19.  No one expected this.  Everyone is moving to virtual learning, working from home, and the reality of fewer in-person meetings.  The importance of human connection is critical to … Read More

What Do You Mean By ‘Strength’?

September 3, 2019By Mike MillerEnergy, Strengths

Today’s article originally appeared on strengthscope.com, written by Ana Loback, consultant with Strengths Partnership (based in the UK). *** How do we define strengths and how can they be used to maintain and enhance wellbeing and productivity at work? “Strengths are the underlying qualities that energize us and we are great at (or have the potential to … Read More