Most Iowa Hawkeye Football fans remember who won the previous 10 Iowa Vs. Iowa State football games. Most of these same fans also cheer loudly for the Cyclones when they pIay other teams. I have many close friends who are Iowa State graduates. I brag about ISU’s Engineering and Vet schools. Still, as a loyal Read More …
Smile…laugh, embrace, enjoy,… Andy and I were walking around Vranov Nad Dyji (Bridge over the Dyji River), looking for a place to have dinner. I say “Oh…there they are.” We start walking towards Julie and Stephanie, who were sitting outside a restaurant, having a drink. I say “Hi” and give a big wave. They wave Read More …
Principle of the Month – #7 Be a good listener. Andy is upstairs getting ready for work and listening to my daughter, who is downstairs talking, right next to me. She says “Can I do that Mom?…Can I do that Mom?…Mom, can I….” Andy yells down “Michelle, Eleanor is asking you a question.” I say Read More …
The entire month of April is dedicated to honoring all of our communities’ volunteers and encouraging volunteerism throughout the month. Whether your current employer has a volunteer program or not, here are four reasons to consider lending a hand. Experience the ‘Happiness Effect.’ The conclusion of the London School of Economics study of large groups Read More …
According to Gallup’s State of the American Workplace report, the U.S. currently has a high number of job openings. Record numbers of employees are contemplating jumping ship to embark on those opportunities. Consider these facts: Just over half of employees (51%) say they are actively looking for a new job or watching for openings. In Read More …