Laura Gordon There’s nothing more soul-destroying than being told you should think positive when you are facing adversity, as if that’s all that’s needed for things to work out. But “keep your chin up” isn’t always helpful. Forced positivity, particularly by leaders, can come over as disingenuous and maybe even detrimental, as it can make it harder to turn things around. We need to remember that it’s okay to admit when things aren’t great and confront the brutal truth. Simon Sinek, author of The Infinite Game, talks extensively on this very topic, and he pointed out the mindset we really need to adopt: optimism.
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If you re looking for a fun way to update the traditional welcome bag experience for overnight guests at your wedding, create a build-your-own bag station that gives your friends and family the opportunity to choose their own perfectly curated collection of weekend must-haves. The stations are less work for you (no need to fill all those bags!), interactive and engaging for your guests, and an easy way to reduce waste at your wedding, says planner Virginia Edelson of Bluebird Productions. A make-your-own station can be more personalized for a wedding guest or a couple attending, as you can customize what is helpful and wanted-as opposed to gifting something that ends up immediately in the garbage, she says.
Greenfield Police to promote seven on Tuesday
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Greenfield Police Chief Robert Haigh Jr. STAFF FILE PHOTO/PAUL FRANZ
Greenfield Police Lt. William Gordon will become the department’s deputy chief on Tuesday. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Greenfield Police Acting Lt. Daniel McCarthy will become a permanent lieutenant on Tuesday. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Greenfield Police Sgt. Todd Dodge will become a lieutenant on Tuesday. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Greenfied Police Acting Sgt. J. Todd Clark will become a permanent sergeant on Tuesday. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Greenfield Police Acting Sgt. Christopher Rowell will become a permanent sergeant on Tuesday. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Greenfield Police Officer Christopher Greene will become a sergeant on Tuesday. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Uncertainty is a challenge for all businesses, no matter their sector. Every company has to deal with it in one form or another, and sadly that has been amplified over the past year. But it’s important not to let uncertainty lead to inaction, as the way you handle it is crucial in determining the fate of your business. Author and innovation consultant Tim Kastelle once said: “We can’t use not knowing as an excuse not to act, because we never know”. And he’s right. But here’s the big question – is it possible to plan for the unplanned?