by Shelley Row | Sep 27, 2015 | Leadership
Once upon a time, we sat together on our piano bench listening to a recording of Johann Strauss’ Blue Danube Waltz. The music floated along – pretty, but unremarkable to my school-girl ears. My dad, a school band director, explained to me that the music represented...
by Shelley Row | Sep 14, 2015 | Leadership
Once upon a time, we sat together on our piano bench listening to a recording of Johann Strauss’ Blue Danube Waltz. The music floated along – pretty, but unremarkable to my school-girl ears. My dad, a school band director, explained to me that the music represented...
by Shelley Row | Jul 15, 2025 | Business Skills, communication, Communication skills, Employee Culture, Employee Engagement, Leadership
One of the biggest mistakes managers make during change is not reinforcing the message and assuming that once is enough. Communicating a message once—even clearly—is rarely sufficient. Repetition and consistency are crucial for effective communication. Why Repetition...
by Shelley Row | Sep 6, 2023 | Business Skills, Communication skills, Emotional intelligence, Employee Culture, Employee Engagement, Foundational Skills, Leadership
Over the past two years, one trend has emerged as a transformative force in the modern workplace: the rise of the hybrid workforce. Millions of people and organizations around the world are now splitting their working hours between their home and office. As we...
by Shelley Row | Jul 13, 2021 | Decision-Making, Emotional intelligence, Self-awareness
Anxious? Rebalance your day with mindfulness and meaningful work instead of checking off a to-do list. Here’s how I changed my perspective and realigned my vision for Blue Fjord Leaders. Understanding My To-Do List Anxiety It was the first morning of my...
