Archives for 2023

Uncertainty comes at the least expected of times. When it challenges you, how do you feel? What do you do? Women in business, even the most successful women, face uncertainty regularly, and while it may be an anxiety inducing thing, it’s not something that cannot be conquered. You need two things to master uncertainty and they are courage and strength. [Read more…]

Compassionate leadership is a skill set that is developed by focusing on the right priorities in the office. The best way to hone these skills is to recognize and learn your employees’ needs. That way you can empower them with the knowledge, tools, and resources to achieve their goals. The ability to recognize your team’s needs is a skill in itself and a practice. Here are seven ways that you can start identifying the needs of your staff: [Read more…]

A recent study in Cell Reports Medicine found that five minutes of breathing exercises every day can reduce anxiety and improve our moods. I have found breathing exercises are especially valuable in the office to manage and reduce work stress. They are very helpful when done as a daily group breathing activity. Group breathing exercises create a positive and supportive workplace culture where employees feel valued, supported, and connected. This promotes mindfulness, positivity, and well-being, helping employees thrive both personally and professionally. [Read more…]

Leadership is never “won”. It’s a state of mind that is always evolving, growing, and changing. A compassionate leader is one that wants to grow in their skills and their abilities to inspire as a leader. Tips to become a better leader in a modern business world are: [Read more…]

For most, accepting criticism is something you have to learn to do. When you’re being told you’re doing something “wrong”, it’s natural to feel a little defensive at first. Behind critical words, however, is a gift that can be full of opportunity if you simply learn how to open it. At Technalink, we welcome constructive criticism and all of the growth that can come from it. [Read more…]

Mindfulness is a big part of spiritual leadership. It gives us an opportunity to check in with our emotional selves, get to the bottom of anxiety, and check up on our overall well-being. During a busy day, when you may not have time for a complete meditation session, how do you practice quality mindfulness throughout? At Technalink, we encourage minute mindfulness, or short check-ins we can take through the day to bring ourselves back to the present. These are particularly important during busy and stressful days, and they can be done at any time and from anywhere. [Read more…]

A connected team is a team that can do great things. At Technalink we emphasize team building and connectedness not only within individual teams, but in between teams for better collaboration as well. How can leaders help their teams to connect? It begins with team building activities that work for any organization in any industry. [Read more…]

How often do you wake up feeling truly rested? Chances are, not as often as you should. According to the American Sleep Apnea Association, 1 in 3 American adults aren’t getting enough sleep on a daily basis in 2023. This may include those who stay up too late for any reason, it may include those who can’t seem to stay asleep, and it may include those who find getting regular sleep on a nightly basis difficult due to anxiety or stress. Sleep is important, and without it our bodies and minds can’t effectively work at their best. At Technalink, we know that our innovations come from rested and well-cared for minds. [Read more…]