Kirsten BlakemoreSep 16, 20203 minThe Ripple EffectWe never know how our thoughts and behavior will impact others. I imagine we all want to have a positive effect on others, but when we...
Kirsten BlakemoreSep 8, 20202 minPolitical Power versus Human RightsCOVID-19 has pushed us as a global community into bringing our slew of fears to the forefront. Fear I will die, fear I won’t have enough...
Kirsten BlakemoreJun 30, 20202 minDIVERSITY, INCLUSION – WHO WILL CHANGE FIRST?Today, more than ever before, businesses are seeking help in this area. Data demonstrates a more diverse workforce and leadership team...
Kirsten BlakemoreJun 23, 20203 minBIAS, WHAT WOULD YOU DO?In organizations, I have found not all D&I (diversity and inclusion) programs work. It is not always clear how individuals take and...
Kirsten BlakemoreFeb 18, 20202 minNICE (+*.*!) is a four letter wordI grew up to believe that being “nice” would get you places in life. I avoided fights in elementary school, I had a good relationship...
Kirsten BlakemoreFeb 18, 20202 minSeparation from Church and State (or business)In this phrase the meaning is to keep these two distinct areas separate. Don’t mix religion with government and visa versa. In today’s...
Kirsten BlakemoreFeb 18, 20202 minOperation "Safer at Home"I don’t think stress has changed but our environment has. In California and other cities and states, we are on lockdown. So, many of us...
Kirsten BlakemoreFeb 18, 20202 min"Say What?"Every organization with which I have worked has had some degree of communication challenges. During this virtual environment, our...