Author: Chris Woods

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What It Takes to Be a High-Performing Team (According to the Winter Olympics… and Probably Your Department Group Chat) 

Every four years, the Winter Olympics remind us of two universal truths:  It’s inspiring. It’s intense. It’s slightly terrifying. And it’s a perfect reminder of what it really takes to be a high-performing team.  We know high performance isn’t just about speed, precision, and medals (although we would look great in matching jump suits).  It’s about how groups of people work together toward a shared … Continue reading What It Takes to Be a High-Performing Team (According to the Winter Olympics… and Probably Your Department Group Chat) 

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Considerations When Investing in a Learning Management System (LMS)

Learning Management Systems (LMS) have come a long way in the last decade and are helping facilitate the growing trend of online education.  The pandemic catapulted the popularity of online education due to its convenience, affordability, and near limitless topics that an individual can study. An LMS acts as the vehicle to host and engage with content that is created by an instructional designer. However, … Continue reading Considerations When Investing in a Learning Management System (LMS)

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Managing Holiday Stress

When looking up examples of oxymorons I expected to see the term ‘Holiday Stress’ at the top of the list right next to ‘sweet sorrow’ and ‘passive aggressive’.  But what I’ve come to realize is that for many people, the terms ‘Merry Christmas’ or ‘Happy Holidays’ are likely more synonymous oxymorons. If you’re like me, holiday stress has become a natural part of the season. … Continue reading Managing Holiday Stress

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