Posts by Jo Ilfeld, PhD
Gathering 360 Feedback? Two Things You Should Know
360 feedback is a commonly used tool to help individuals gain insight into their strengths and weaknesses. However, not all 360 feedback is created equal. First and foremost, it is important to understand the purpose of the 360 feedback. If it is being used for performance evaluations, the feedback may be less honest and transparent…
Read MoreDo as I Say, Not as I Do!
Do as I Say, Not as I Do! This infamous statement, if not spoken by most parents and leaders, certainly is an accurate reflection of the type of behaviors we want to cultivate in others. You want them to learn from your mistakes, not adopt your bad habits and to generally be happier and more…
Read MoreCareer Reflection: What if I Knew Then What I Know Now?
Taking the time for career reflection is valuable. Recently, I was reflecting with a client on our careers, mine with about 10 years in executive coaching, and his a little longer in his current career. We were asking each other what we had confidence in then and what we have confidence in now. It was…
Read MoreLeadership Development: Advice for Those Who Resist Change
Do you have a leader that you support either because they’re a direct report of yours, or you’re in HR and they’re a leader that you’re helping, and you see that there’s some skill or capacity that would make them so much more effective but you’re struggling to get through to them? From my experience…
Read MoreHolding Back Because You Think You’re Not ready? Just Do It
Has there been something you wanted to try but you’re holding back because you think you’re not ready? My advice is to go for it! Making LinkedIn videos for the last two and half years or more has its share of difficulties. It wasn’t easy initially, and I made a lot of snafus, but I…
Read MoreThree Steps to Ending Things With Grace
This article originally appeared in Forbes and was listed in January’s Editors’ Picks. Towards the end of last year, I was knee-deep in helping my son, a high school Senior, with his college applications. So we’re talking grammar in my household. We all know that you end sentences with a period. A comma signals that a thought…
Read MoreBe a Connector, Not Just a Networker
Be a connector, not just a networker. What do I mean by that? I have built a large network at this stage of my career and one of the most valuable things you can be as a networker, and one I take a lot of pleasure in, is recognizing when I can’t really help someone…
Read MoreWhat Would It Take To Ask For Help?
How do you feel about asking for help? “It takes a village to run your life,” my Mom used to joke. To be honest, this made me feel a little awkward and uncomfortable, as though there was something wrong with me that I needed help, whether it was an au-pair to help with my kids…
Read MoreWhat is Team Building and Why It’s Critical to Your Business’ Success
What is Team Building?How Team Building Can Make Your Group More Effective & High PerformingWhat Are The Goals Of Your Team Building Program?Who Should Participate In Your Team Building Program?What Type Of Team Building Activities Should You Include?Create An Atmosphere Where Participants ParticipateBenefits Of A Team Building ProgramWhat Are The Steps To Planning An Effective…
Read MoreDoes Change Make You Kick and Scream?
Does CHANGE make you kick and scream? This learning snack is inspired by my niece. I just came back from an amazing family vacation in Chile and it was something that she said while we were traveling that made me reflect on how change is life for most of us. If you trying to motivate…
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