Practicing emotional intelligence (EI) in the workplace enhances communication and collaboration. This in turn strengthens our ability to meet deadlines and expectations. Exercising EI also helps to motivate others and assists in conflict recognition and resolution....
Health and Wellness
Leading with Confidence by Kelsey Ashton, Jefferson County Public Library
Leadership and management are closely interconnected. You can, however, be a leader at your organization without being a manager. Similarly, just because you manage people or resources doesn’t necessarily make you an effective leader. Why should we care about...
Why Mental Health Matters on the Job by Shannon Gwash, Jefferson Center for Mental Health
May might bring flowers from April showers, but it also brings something more important – Mental Health Month. By now, you probably know mental health affects all aspects of life: physical health, sleep, relationships with family and friends, nutrition and exercise...
Creating a Wellness Vision, by Jefferson Center for Mental Health
Many of us set New Year’s resolutions at the start of the year. Goals such as “lose 15 pounds,” “be more patient,” “run a 5k,” “cook more at home” are often etched into our minds (and maybe journals) as the year starts. So what? Don’t get me wrong, I love goal setting...