Serve With Heart – The Key to Inspiration – By Arnie Wohlgemut Over the many years when I have coached emerging leaders, I often note that the terms “delegate” and “empower” are used interchangeably. Delegation is NOT empowerment – not even close. Delegation is a transaction based on need. We delegate a task, maybe even authority to make a decision …
FACILITY ASSESSMENTS AND STRATEGIC ACCESSIBILITY PLANS
FACILITY ASSESSMENTS AND STRATEGIC ACCESSIBILITY PLANS – By Arnie Wohlgemut A pressing issue facing facility managers across all building types is the crucial impact that barrier-free accessibility can have on a strategic renewal plan—one created from the risk management assessment. Accessibility is a human rights issue, which stands to reason why it’s an integral part of the Ontario Integrated Accessibility …
Progress and Results Require Action
Progress and Results Require Action – By Arnie Wohlgemut Facility assessments and strategic plans for making buildings and businesses more accessible for those with a disability is a big part of my business. So, I asked myself: why are they not always effective in achieving action? “A little progress each day adds up to big results.” In an interview, Richard …
You’re Smarter Than This!
You’re Smarter Than This! (You Are Not Your Issues) – by Arnie Wohlgemut “I had to check myself at the door. I felt at the end of my patience with this person” He explained. “Why?” I asked. “I am impatient, that is who I am” was his reply. We all have things that we choose to identify with. Some of …
Pessimism is Easy
Pessimism is Easy – by Arnie Wohlgemut “When your perspective is contracted, we experience fear.” Victor Heredia I am continually amazed at how the experiences of the past several years is shaping our behaviour. During the pandemic we re-evaluated what mattered, or so it seemed so at the time. We learned how to be flexible, either by working from home, …
Cool Shades and Sunny Days
Cool Shades and Sunny Days – By Arnie Wohlgemut “People who have had little self-reflection live life in a huge reality blind-spot.” Bryant McGill As I look out my office window at the sunshine on this beautiful morning, I recalled an interaction with my mentor that I had years ago. It went something like this: “Experience is the best teacher,” …
Coaching and Closed Roads!
Coaching and Closed Roads! – by Arnie Wohlgemut “The storms of life can either make you better or bitter.” Dr. D. K. Olukoya This past winter I was travelling with some friends along the Lake Huron coast in terrible weather. The county where we were heading to, had issued a winter storm warning. We had already travelled 2 hours from …
Paradox of Entrepreneurial Leadership
I recently had the opportunity to present a webinar in which I reviewed the differences and overlap between leadership and entrepreneurship. One of the character traits I explored was that many entrepreneurs are motivated self-starters. They have a robust work ethic and a deep passion for their dream. Some of the character traits that we explored for inspiring leaders was …
“Jellyfish” People
“Jellyfish” People – By Arnie Wohlgemut Jellyfish are interesting creatures. They’re nearly invisible as they float through ocean waters. They don’t look the least bit threatening. But if part of your body touches them, well, let’s just say it’s not very pleasant! I understand it’s a self-protection response against predators. Yet if you hold them in your hand, they don’t …
Dread, the Passive Roadblock to Action
Dread, the Passive Roadblock to Action – by Arnie Wohlgemut Please save me from ______ (You fill in the blank). We all have things in life we dread (and avoid): cleaning the house, the morning Zoom call or commute; budget meetings; impromptu situations, you name it. I DREAD annual performance review time. They are reportedly an important part of management, …
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