The Vocabulary of Teams

The Vocabulary of Teams

In February, I planned a coffee date with a local friend. I don’t often allow myself the luxury of a mid-day social break, for various reasons — mostly related to child care and work responsibilities. But I hadn’t seen Tamara in a while and it was past...
Partners in Success

Partners in Success

While staying at the McDonald’s campus over the weekend, I went for a run. Eventually, I found the bike path, which skirts the edge of the 88 acre property. At first, though, I wandered around, exploring the grounds. It was Friday, early morning; I dodged the...
Why Teams?

Why Teams?

Can you hear the grumbling? It’s the second week of class for my students in Mountain State University’s BSOL online program. So far, working on teams has been challenging for my students. At school or in the workplace, working with others can be...