The holidays are here, bringing the complexities of relationship dynamics to the forefront. Whether it’s office celebrations, end-of-year deadlines, or family gatherings, this time of year is packed with opportunities to strengthen—or strain—our most important connections. As we explore in You, Me, We, professional or personal relationships are built (or broken) in small moments. The … Read more
When was the last time you felt genuine joy at work? I’m not talking about a polite smile during a team meeting or a quick laugh at a colleague’s joke. I mean that deep sense of delight that makes you think, “This is exactly where I want to be.” At SkyeTeam, we’ve discovered something powerful: … Read more
Let’s be honest – I’ve lost my mojo more times than I’ve lost my car keys (and that’s saying something). But this time felt different. Not just a bit ‘meh’ for a few days, but a proper, persistent funk that had been hanging around like a bad smell for nearly two years. I didn’t just … Read more
Maintaining professional relationships is crucial to your success, whether you’re climbing the corporate ladder or you’ve already made it to the top. Let’s face it: sometimes working with colleagues can feel like navigating a minefield, especially when you don’t always see eye to eye. But here’s the thing—maintaining professional relationships is key to not just … Read more
Reflecting on a moment from my childhood, I’ve come to realize the profound role emotional intelligence plays in shaping our perceptions and relationships. My personal journey from ingratitude to gratitude, was sparked by a childhood memory, demonstrating the depth and complexity of our emotional lives, and that emotional intelligence is a skill to nurture. From … Read more
It’s amazing how much can go through one’s mind in a moment of crisis. As I started to fall all I could think was, “Don’t let it crush your skull!”, “Have I broken it?”, “Did anyone notice?” To save time, and avoid your stress levels, I’ll cut to the chase – The answers were: No … Read more
Company culture can be summed up as “how business gets done”, it’s the organizational equivalent of “personality.” When it sparkles we all want to be associated with the company, when it becomes toxic it’s something we tolerate or avoid. Unfortunately, without care and attention a healthy culture can become toxic. It can slide into an … Read more
I was in a meeting yesterday, and as people filed into the Zoom room, we were doing that small talk thing. I asked one of the attendees that first question that many of us ask in those situations, “How ya doin’?” She flinched and said, “Meh…I mean ok. I’m alright.” I told her that she … Read more
Have you ever found yourself more in the realm of “aspiring athlete” rather than “perspiring athlete”? If this resonates, then we’re birds of a feather. My journey towards fitness has often felt like a game of Monopoly – lots of going around in circles. But earlier this year, I decided to roll the dice and … Read more
Having good friends is certainly a cause for gratitude, for giving a heart-felt thank you, but I wondered if gratitude and thanks play a part in developing friendships. When I think about gifts in my life, I often reflect on my relationships, including those I have in my work. I have been fortunate to develop deep … Read more