LaSharnda Beckwith, Ph.D.
LaSharnda Beckwith, Ph.D.
Valuable Tips for Effective Communication in the Workplace
Published: September 27th, 2016
You may ask, why should we care about our ability to communicate? Well, that’s easy. We should care because we want others to understand what we mean. We want to improve our relationships. We want to make sure things get done and in many cases, we want to advance our careers. One of the job skills employers desire most is effective communication. When people communicate effectively, they can build a productive working relationship, solve problems, supervise others, and create trust in the workplace.
The Value of Emotional Intelligence
Published: March 17th, 2016
One of the business buzzwords that garnered stream back in the early 90s was the term Emotional Intelligence or EQ as it is referred to in business. This concept was studied and developed by Daniel Goleman in his book titled Emotional Intelligence. He makes the case that our definition of intelligence as measured by IQ is too narrow and ignores a critical range of abilities that matter immensely to our success in life. Such factors are self-awareness, impulse control, personal responsibility, and social adeptness.
Team Development: 4 Stages Every Team Experiences
Published: February 25th, 2015
Managing team development can be a challenge. Many of us will have to manage a team at some point in our lives. When that time comes it might help you to know that all teams go through a series of sequential stages as they grow towards sustained levels of high performance and synergy.
How Strategy can Revolutionize your Business
Published: September 10th, 2015
What’s the strategy for the organization where you work?
Common Conflict Management Styles
Published: July 14th, 2015
How do you handle conflict? Each of us has a conflict management style that we use predominately.
Common Causes of Conflict
Published: April 7th, 2016
Everyone deals with conflict . Learning good conflict management skills is important to succeed in the world of business. Organizations that understand how to channel conflict appropriately are the most effective.
A Christian Vision of the Marketplace
Published: November 24th, 2015
Over the past several years, there has been a trend amongst Christian business writers towards ensuring that Christian values be woven into the business world. Due to this trend there has been an awareness, or perhaps an awakening, of the need for Christians to stop compartmentalizing their lives and leaving their beliefs at home or church to only be used on Sundays. I believe it has become apparent that Christian values have a specific purpose and can have a significant impact on the secular organization and on people.
7 Tips for Successful Meetings
Published: September 17th, 2015
Many people complain about meetings. The truth is; meetings are crucial within organizations because most jobs require people to coordinate their efforts as an overall team.
5 Tips to Start Living a Happy Life
Published: March 26th, 2015
In our busy world, happiness isn't always easy to come by. Everyone is looking for ways to get more enjoyment out of life. Here are five successful tips for living a happier life.
3 Approaches to Business Strategy
Published: August 20th, 2015
What's the strategy for the organization where you work? Every organization needs a strategy and there are 3 approaches to forming this strategy.