"Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes." Who knew David Bowie's famous song "Changes" would apply to the group travel industry? None of us are truly immune from change. As such, we must all adapt to stay relevant and successful.
Many articles have been floating around the Interwebs about millennials in the workplace, as they are in and hovering on the edge of becoming part of the professional world. Working with millennials isn't the nag many people believe it to be—if you address the issues that are generationally attributed head on, honestly and with respect.
"It's time to stop talking. It's time to take action. We need to start today!" These are the words of Becky Puckett-Wood, managing director at Experis. While women makeup more then 50 percent of the global workforce, less than 25 percent of these women hold senior management roles.
I was asked to be on an executive panel for service and support professionals for an annual event. One of the more animated discussions focused on ways to best integrate young service staff into the workforce.
Motivated individuals rise to the top. Motivation doesn't just happen: It is an intentional act taken by the most successful members of our society. Michelle Steffes, Certified Coach/Business Consultant/Speaker/Trainer at IPV Consulting has put together what she refers to as the 5 Whys and 5 Hows of Motivation (for Success).