Michael Lee Stallard

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Preparing for Re-entry into the Physical Workplace: Lessons from NASA

Michael Lee Stallard

As you prepare to return to the office, here are three issues to be mindful of: Heads-up #1: “Lethargic” Social Skills. It turns out that our social skills are like muscles , according to research. Heads-up #2: “Foggy” Cognitive Skills. They too strengthen the more we use them and weaken when we use them less.

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Lasting Change = Head Knowledge + Heart Knowledge

Michael Lee Stallard

With that foundation in place, we begin to build a connection skill set of attitudes, uses of language and behaviors they might employ to foster an environment that is rich in relational connection. Be intentional and action-oriented about developing a connection mindset and connection skills then put that knowledge to use! Conclusion.

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Connect to Protect Yourself from Harm of Social Isolation

Michael Lee Stallard

This excellent New York Times article, “ We’re All Socially Awkward Now ,” makes a compelling case that ongoing social isolation due to the physical separation required during the COVID-19 pandemic is diminishing connection skills and having a negative impact on emotional and physical health.

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The Role Connection Plays in a Democracy

Michael Lee Stallard

The relational cultures in our families, workplaces, faith communities, educational institutions and community organizations is where we pick up and hone our social skills. These are the social skills that are necessary to sustain our constitutional democracy. Are the cultures you are in cultures of connection, control or indifference?

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ATD Webinar: Why Guys Should Lead “Like a Girl”

Michael Lee Stallard

Inspired by the #LikeAGirl campaign, we’ll share recent research and a fresh perspective on why women have superior leadership skills, what men can do to improve, and humorous and heartwarming examples from our own experiences. Learn more and register for the webinar.

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Healing Our Workplaces through Cultures of Connection

Michael Lee Stallard

Create practices and a workplace culture that allow people to connect to one another as whole people, not just as skill sets, and that fosters inclusion and belonging. We’ll help you develop a connection mindset and then equip you with a connection skill set to increase connection.

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December Leadership Development Carnival

Michael Lee Stallard

Leadership Skills. Many of this month’s featured posts focus on specific leadership skills we all need to develop. To learn more about how to develop the skills you will need in your next leadership role, check out “ Sidestepping the Peter Principle for Career Success.”. The higher you go in leadership, the more this is true.