I went from television to organizational development (fromtv2od). Therefore, I have a huge appreciation for television personalities. Let me tell you how much I appreciate and love ABC’s Good Morning America news team. I love them like I love chocolate. And… Read More ›
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You’ve Got The Power
Feeling powerful today? Big, assertive and influential like your favorite cartoon character. What I love about cartoon characters is that they believe they can conquer the world. These mighty characters put their protective armor on. Stick their chest out in… Read More ›
Reality TV & Workplace Madness
Doesn’t it seem like some organizations fit the profile for a hit reality television show? Shouting matches. Taunting. Backbiting. Infighting. Bullying. Toxic behavior makes for great television ratings. However, it destroys the workplace. In reality, some organizations are slowly dying… Read More ›
M-O-S
I will tell you a secret from my television news days. M-O-S was on my short list of duties I disliked as a reporter. M-O-S is a news acronym for MAN ON THE STREET. Whenever there’s a breaking news story… Read More ›
Dreaming of Jeannie…Blink!
Larry Hagman was a phenomenal actor. He’s most widely known for his epic role in the television soap opera Dallas. Fans loved to hate the unscrupulous J.R. Ewing…the oil tycoon who set folks ablaze. I actually prefer to watch Hagman… Read More ›
Making the Winning Sweetie Pie’s Recipe
I’m a huge fan of the “Welcome to Sweetie Pie’s” reality television show on OWN. The show centers around a family owned soul food business. I’ve seen every single episode. Wishing I could dive into my television for some of… Read More ›
What Ann Curry Taught Professionals about Dealing with Adversity in the Workplace
People across the country will never forget the tearful goodbye from former NBC Today Show anchor Ann Curry. The announcement of her departure from the morning show was no surprise…as news of anchor changes were widely reported in the media. … Read More ›
Was it THAT serious?
I went FROM Television TO Organizational Development. A few weeks ago…I took a stroll down memory lane with my first love. I was looking at some of my most treasured photos featuring news stories, behind (television production, field reporting) the scenes,… Read More ›
Lessons in Authenticity
“Be true to yourself. You can’t begin to love yourself, or even be true to yourself, unless you know who you really are.” Those are words of wisdoms from legendary day time television queen Oprah Winfrey. I believe in order… Read More ›