Sharon M Weinstein

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What are you waiting for….

The wait is over!

You are invited to a Zoom webinar Book Launch!

When: Sep 7, 2022 -12:00 PM Eastern Time (the US and Canada)

The Book for which you’ve been waiting…. Think Differently…18 Ways to Fix Broken Thinking

Register in advance for the launch – follow this link!

https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_KEEr94rRQhuX-lUL4oDL9Q

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

The Launch you do not want to miss…coming to a Zoom screen near you on September 7th and within your reach!

– GAMES…Yes!
– Lots of prizes
– Win a free workbook
– Win an Amazon gift card (value $100)
– Win one hour of one-on-one Coaching with Dina or Sharon
– And, SO MUCH MORE!

And, if the invitation is not enough, here is a short sample of  what’s waiting for you…

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Demographics define a generation, and generations enhance the workplace in multiple ways, including but certainly not limited to:

• Passion for corporate culture
• Commitment to inclusivity
• Shared respect
• Increased outputs
• Competitive spirit
• Improvements in engagement and morale
• Enhanced retention rates

Do multiple generations enhance or inhibit teamwork? Without a doubt, a multigenerational workforce is more flexible and encourages input from many team members. They are innovative and creative, leaving no one and nothing behind. Isn’t that what we all need and want—a workforce that is collaborative, promotes ideation and recognizes its members?

Yes, there are five #generations in the workplace!

Who are they?
• Traditionalists
• Baby Boomers
• Generation X
• Generation Y
• Generation Z

We know that each generation brings unique values to the workplace and that managers and leaders who understand, communicate, motivate, train, and retain multiple generations simultaneously are highly sought throughout the business community. Are #you one of those leaders?

A multigenerational workforce leaves no one and nothing behind. Let’s start by exploring the TRADITIONALISTS, who are the “comeback kids” of today. A growing number of seasoned workers have postponed retirement to return to work. Think about how they were raised; a typical traditionalist was told to be seen and not heard, was held to the “rule of the road/household” and was goal-driven. I say typically because I, for one, was not typical. There were no “rules” in my house growing up; along with my siblings, we raised ourselves, and yes, we were goal-driven, although each of our respective goals was different. For LinkedIn, we’ll generalize, knowing full well that many of you are also atypical.

What makes them tick?

Comfortable with conformity, they may be concerned about not pulling their weight due to unfamiliarity with technology. You may be surprised; they have the proverbial 10-year-old in their lives who can bring them up to par. They have a strong work ethic and are company-driven.

How to motivate and reward them

Known for loyalty and a willingness to help others, they are motivated by job titles and corresponding compensation. Positive feedback and performance reviews drive loyalty.

How to ensure that they are not left behind

They may find today’s workplace too casual and less formal. Provide opportunities for face-to-face conversations and recognize that they still “pick up the phone.” Engage them by recognizing their knowledge and experience; offer internal mentorship programs that allow the traditionalists to share their wisdom.

Top five tips for managing this group and your entire multigenerational workforce:

  1. Communicate using a variety of tools
  2. Recognize that at all times, everyone is both student and teacher
  3. Acknowledge expertise, ideation, and initiative
  4. Assemble diverse teams based on skills sets and not age
  5. Embrace your people and their purpose by celebrating differences and valuing the individual

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The Big Reset…who owns a great work environment?

It’s been more than a year since we pushed the reset button. During this time, many of my clients and colleagues began to be “home-based” members of a team.  Moms have been pushed to the limit with work, schooling, child-care, and stress. There was a time when it was taboo to talk about the stressors of work/life balance in the physical workplace. My clients report that now is the time when it is okay to make the personal professional. After all, how many times, when on a Zoom or Teams call, has a child entered your workspace (whether it is a real space, the kitchen island, or a bedroom)?

Some companies pushed reset by shuttering satellite offices, knowing full well that employees are perfectly capable of maintaining productivity in a home setting.

We have become much more flexible, and there are many facets to flexible:

  • Shifting work hours or job-sharing to accommodate school schedules and drop-offs plus the formidable child-care crisis that occurs between 3 and 5 pm
  • A shorter workweek which has been successful in Europe for many years
  • Support for those who work from home, including a budget for a desk, chair, or desktop monitor

Who owns a great work environment?  It is a shared responsibility that is owned by the employer and the employee. It’s time to push reset and acknowledge that shared responsibility. The employer can ask direct reports about their preferred styles of working and what support they may need. Continue to schedule remote or hybrid team meetings to enhance engagement. If onsite, maintain a safe setting and reread the three facts of flexibility!

The employee can maintain boundaries, advising kids and partners of dedicated work time, and may need privacy. Keep regular hours, whether remote or in-person.  Take the time to take care of yourself, allowing downtime, hydration, and small talk to support your own physical, emotional and social needs.

It’s been more than a year, and we are ready to return to the workplace or to maintain a more flexible workspace no matter where that may be. The Big Reset is here…and we all own the responsibility for making that work environment a great one! Are you ready to push reset? 

 

 

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Survive and Thrive

As an advocate of work/life balance for nearly 20 years, necessitated by working 100 hours weekly, 3 countries per week, with no life of my own, I believe in sharing the merits of life in #balance. I believe that our biggest goal for 2021 and beyond is to #Survive and #Thrive! How about you? 

In a time when our work and home lives have intertwined like never before, do we really ever turn off our devices? Do we set boundaries, or do we let the world of connectivity overwhelm us? If you are open to setting boundaries, I suggest the following:

  • Presenteeism – You know that there are those who take up space, but who are not present in the moment. When you are working from home, be present. When you are homeschooling your kids, be present. When you are on those continuous-feed Zoom calls, be present. Work hard when you are working, and relax when it is high time for social and family encounters.
  • Prioritization – Everything does not have a “now” deadline. Separate your must-do list from your to-do list and share the accomplishment of crossing off what has been done and look forward to more must-do’s tomorrow
  • Self-care – We all have responsibilities, some more than others. We are all on the same journey, but perhaps in different boats or cars. Schedule time for yourself (in your calendar) and take that time to rest, relax, reset your battery, and be good to yourself.

If you are employed, be grateful, but take time for yourself. If you are freelancing, job hunting, working from home, self-employed, or finding yourself, take the time for balance.  Your greatest task for the remainder of 2021 is to Survive and Thrive. Answer this question, “Do you work to live, or live to work?” What’s your story?

 

Artwork credit: Bhavya Poonie/Mashable India

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Join me for a Nurses’ Week Celebration…2021

National Nurses Week begins each year on May 6th and ends on May 12th, Florence Nightingale’s birthday.

International Nurses Day is celebrated around the world on May 12th of each year, and this year, once again, the theme for Nurses Week continues…the year of the nurse and midwife.

The Coronavirus has shifted priorities; hospitals and health systems would now be finalizing plans for The Year of the Nurse, and the opportunity to celebrate nurses and nursing. Nursing the World to Health is precisely what we are doing!

Priorities may have shifted, but nurses remain on the frontlines 24/7/365, providing care, often with limited resources, and making us proud.

In the midst of social distancing, anxiety, and fear of the unknown, and to honor all that you do,  I’ll provide a series of complimentary sessions addressing key topics for the nursing community:

Wednesday, May 5, 2021 – 11 am ET

  • Compassion Fatigue

Today, more than ever before, compassion fatigue is a possibility. Awareness of the problem is critical to developing an intervention. We find ourselves wanting to be all things to all people, and we realize that we cannot do it.

Objectives:

  1. Discuss signs of compassion fatigue
  2. Describe coping strategies
  3. List possible interventions

Friday, May 7, 2021 – 11 am ET

  • Life as a Balancing Act- Family Matters

We all have responsibilities, whether caring for children or elderly parents or pursuing personal interests, activities, or hobbies. Some of us are in the “sandwich generation; we’re juggling the challenge of homeschooling and vulnerable parents or family members. We must be equipped to resolve personal and workplace issues, juggle conflicting responsibilities and balance personal and workplace roles. Are you ready to learn how you can balance your act – when family life matters?

Objectives

  1. Identify challenges of work/life balance during a pandemic
  2. Discuss the power of three
  3. List 3 ways to ensure that family matters

Sunday, May 9, 2021 – 11 am ET

  • Stress and Crisis Management

Watching TV, listening to special reports, reading the newspaper (online or live), we have been inundated with reports that stress us to the point of exhaustion. Our ability to interact as members of teams drives our sense of belonging, inclusivity, collaboration, and trust. The Coronavirus has shifted our focus, leaving team members frustrated, tired, and anxious. As a team, you care for others, well aware of their fears, while concern mounts about transmission to your own family, exposure, and overall well-being. Social distancing has removed our ability to reach out and touch someone, to hold a hand, to wipe a brow, and to enjoy fellowship.

I’ll share tips for surviving and thriving during a pandemic. Yes, you can make time for yourself, stay in touch, exercise, stay safe, and keep your distance. This is your chance to learn how.

Objectives

  1. Describe anxiety levels around Covid-19
  2. Identify tips for surviving and thriving
  3. Discuss the gratitude gap

Tuesday, May 11, 2021 – 11 am ET

  • Self-care is not selfish

Now is the time to be your own cheerleader; I’ll share content related to Self-Care along with a 32-page Playbook featuring a special section on Tips and Techniques for Self-care.

Objectives 

  1. Discuss healing environments 
  2. Read and interpret your body’s signals 
  3. Describe mindset 

Attend this 4-part series of FREE programs in honor of nurses and nursing. Enroll now, at no charge, and receive a copy of the 32-page Playbook!  http://bit.ly/3lx9cez

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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