Why Workplace Culture Matters Most Today by Dan Williamson Director of Enrollment and Instructor, School of Applied Liberal Arts and Social and Education Sciences and School of Business, Technology, and Advanced Manufacturing What is workplace culture, and why is it … Continue reading Why Workplace Culture Matters Most Today
The Truth About Lying Looking at the “fudge factor” in our lives by David Plouffe, Adjunct Professor Business and Manufacturing, Goodwin University Do you lie? I’m sure that the majority of you would say, “No, I would never lie! I’m … Continue reading The Truth About Lying
Addiction in the Workplace by Mike Saxton, PhD In previous posts on the Goodwin University blog, I’ve discussed specific issues like workaholism and study addiction. Both are somewhat stealthy in that the behaviors exhibited can at first appear to be … Continue reading Addiction in the Workplace
Mentoring with Purpose Not every role requires mentoring, but if the aptitude is there, the organization benefits by Mike Saxton, PhD Literature abounds with theories and studies on mentoring. This should come as no surprise, as numerous professions cite mentoring … Continue reading Mentoring with Purpose
Crushing the Interview Moving in or moving on? by Dr. Michael Wolter Program Director and Associate Professor of Management and Leadership Interviewing can be a stressful situation for job applicants, being put in the spotlight for anywhere from a few … Continue reading Crushing the Interview
Eight Barriers to Critical Thinking Part 2 of 2 by Mike Saxton, PhD In a previous blog article, I presented the first four of eight critical thinking barriers that I caution my students about at the beginning of each term. … Continue reading Eight Barriers to Critical Thinking Part II
Eight Barriers to Critical Thinking Part 1 of 2 by Mike Saxton, PhD At the beginning of every term, I share a message with all my students about being critical thinkers, warning them about fallacious thinking: allowing cognitive biases and … Continue reading Eight Barriers to Critical Thinking
What is the difference between mentoring and coaching? by Dr. Michael Wolter Program Director and Associate Professor of Management and Leadership One of the first questions asked every time I provide a workshop or a lecture on mentoring is, “What … Continue reading What is the difference between mentoring and coaching?
During the 2020-2021 academic year, business administration was ranked the second most popular major in the United States. Cited by College Factual, over 416,500 business degrees were awarded in that year alone. These statistics are not surprising, given the versatility … Continue reading What are the Best Business Schools and Colleges in Connecticut?
Insightful managers look closely at employee engagementby Mike Saxton, PhD “Workaholism” is a word that many people verbalize, but too often use generically to describe an individual who works excessively. While that is certainly a component, there is much more … Continue reading Workaholism: The Silent Killer
Mentoring and “Tribal Knowledge” Lead to Continuing Education Opportunities by Dr. Michael Wolter Program Director and Associate Professor of Management and Leadership My mentor, Grace, was a director at the university where I was an undergraduate. Ours was a … Continue reading Mentoring and “Tribal Knowledge” Lead to Continuing Education Opportunities
Are you looking to boost your career to new heights? Or perhaps you just need a fresh start. Either way, you are thinking of pursuing a college-level leadership program. This is an incredible path for those looking to advance in … Continue reading College Leadership Program FAQ
The great leaders of tomorrow are preparing for their future today. Are you with them? Across every industry and organization, effective leaders are needed to ensure success. Perhaps you see yourself managing a big firm, overseeing an entire department, or … Continue reading 4 College Degrees in Leadership that You Can Pursue Today
Are you ready to reach your career goals? Whether you are looking for a fresh start or wish to climb the ranks at your company, you may be thinking about advancing your education. At the same time, you may be … Continue reading What Do You Gain from a Leadership Program in College?
“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” – John Quincy Adams Many believe that certain people are natural-born leaders. You may feel like a leader at heart, but … Continue reading The Versatile Value of a Leadership Bachelor’s Degree
No matter what field of study or industry you are in, there is most likely one constant across the board – solid leadership. Every successful industry, organization, educational institution and team has effective and motivating leaders in place. Despite the … Continue reading A Bachelor’s vs. Master’s Degree in Leadership, & What You Will Learn from an Advanced Degree
When it comes to business and the professional world, great managers are a rare find. Even the most inspiring leaders are not born with excellent communication and interpersonal skills – they learned and developed these over time. If you are … Continue reading Should You Take Your Leadership Courses Online?
Great management is needed in nearly every type of business. And great leadership is a key component to success. Think about nearly any experience you’ve ever had as a consumer. When you needed a new cellphone, when you had a … Continue reading The Benefits of Pursuing an Online Management Degree