At home in Canada, what with our narrow entrance way, I was always after my kids and their friends to keep their shoes to the sides. But no, inevitably the shoes would end up smack in the middle of the entrance way. I lost count of how many times I tripped over them. Now in my new home, Kenya, it … [Read more...] about I've unlocked a universal truth … shoes take up as much space as you allow them (4 more learnings about life in Kenya)
There’s a 6 foot long green snake living in my banana tree
There’s a 6 foot long green snake living in the banana tree in my yard. So said my ‘friend’ Roman the other day while we were out walking the dogs. Trying not to faint, with eyebrows askance, I said ‘Really?’ ‘Sure,’ he says, ‘but don’t worry it’s utterly harmless.’ I was pretty sure he was … [Read more...] about There’s a 6 foot long green snake living in my banana tree
And my big announcement is ….
I've packed my bags. I've changed my postal code. I've rerouted my mail. I've relocated. I'm in for a massive adventure. Join me? I've moved to Kenya for a year. Yup, Kenya. The home of the Masai people (pictured above) is my new home. There will be lots of new learning adventures and more … [Read more...] about And my big announcement is ….
What's more complicated – flying a plane or juggling three TV remotes?
A while back I was on vacation, alone (temporarily) in rented digs. I had satellite television. Three unusual happenstance. I grabbed the remote eagerly and started searching for a good show to watch. I searched. I floundered. I can't turn the TV on. So I change tactics and switch remotes. Three … [Read more...] about What's more complicated – flying a plane or juggling three TV remotes?
… speaking of cross cultural communications, check out these eyebrows
Did you catch my cross cultural communications contest - Do First Nations people look you in the eye? More cultural lessons for training & development? If you didn't see it, check it out. And if you want a look at the contest answer check out this post ...... Do First Nations people look you … [Read more...] about … speaking of cross cultural communications, check out these eyebrows
What does a hand dryer look like? Depends on your perspective
I love things and people that make me shift or readjust my perspective. Like crossing the street and the hand dryer. What does a hand dryer look like to you? Like this? Or like this and this? Both of them get the job done, just differently. How does your perspective frame how you see the … [Read more...] about What does a hand dryer look like? Depends on your perspective
Training & development learning well July blog post round up
Voila - here's the Rock.Paper.Scissors' monthly training & development round up. You'll find all the blog posts for the month of July below. Learn well in the training & development learning well. Dive deep into the learning well or take a small sip. Shower yourself in training & … [Read more...] about Training & development learning well July blog post round up
Witness the demise of prejudice
What is conflict? (or how big are your balls)
What is conflict? Conflict is universal. It's something we all face in our personal and our professional lives. It's something we all face in training and development. Show me a trainer who hasn't faced a conflict and I'll show you a moon made out of mocha. All conflicts have three balls. The … [Read more...] about What is conflict? (or how big are your balls)
3 resources solely to make you chuckle – may the farce be with you
Did you know that Rock.Paper.Scissors Inc. is both a training and entertainment company? The latest Rock.Paper.Scissors Inc. e-newsletter is out! Read the full issue here or sign up to receive your free monthly copy. In every issue we include an article, related resources, resources on the … [Read more...] about 3 resources solely to make you chuckle – may the farce be with you
3 resources for adding humour to your day and your work
Did you know that Rock.Paper.Scissors Inc. is both a training and entertainment company? The latest Rock.Paper.Scissors Inc. e-newsletter is out! Read the full issue here or sign up to receive your free monthly copy here. In every issue we include an article, related resources, resources on the … [Read more...] about 3 resources for adding humour to your day and your work
Don't Perform in an Exit! A true story from a professional improv comedian
Did you know that Rock.Paper.Scissors Inc. is both a training and entertainment company? The latest Rock.Paper.Scissors Inc. e-newsletter just hit the stands, err inbox. Read the full issue here or sign up to receive your free monthly copy here. In this issue Diana Frances, VP of … [Read more...] about Don't Perform in an Exit! A true story from a professional improv comedian
