by Nancy Schneobelen-Imbs published in ASAP When showcasing one’s vulnerable side, many professionals in the workplace would prefer not to step out of their comfort zone. They are content with themselves and find no need to take risks by emotionally exposing themselves to their coworkers, managers, clients,
Read more →Published on Greater St. Louis Area Council Boy Scouts of America By Polished When we are the recipients of kindness, we feel valued, we feel happy. Kindness can be a simple, thoughtful gesture, and these acts of goodness can leave us with lasting joy and learning opportunities.
Read more →Social media use is exploding and has become part of everyday life. From preteens to senior citizens, every major age group is plugged in, staying connected with old friends, seeking new connections, and posting content, content, content. Using social media appropriately can be rewarding and enjoyable. It’s when we
Read more →For most of us, finding a healthy work-life balance is a challenge. There seems to be a never-ending list of to-dos, deadlines, emails, projects, and meetings – not to mention often going the extra mile to do way more than is expected. You’re working longer and harder.
Read more →by Nancy Schnoebelen Imbs published in ASAP February 28, 2022 For most of us, finding a healthy work-life balance is a challenge. There seems to be a never-ending list of to-dos, deadlines, emails, projects, and meetings – not to mention often going the extra mile to do
Read more →When was the last time you did something for yourself? With our jobs, family commitments, chores, etc. we often spread our love too thin that there’s none left to show a little love for ourselves. Taking time for you is important. And in our Get Nice with Nancy segment, Nancy Schnoebelen
Read more →by Nancy Schnoebelen Imbs published in ASAP Our technical skills are important. We absolutely need them to do our jobs. Yet it is our soft skills, our interpersonal or social skills, that will catapult us to a higher level of success, no matter the level of our
Read more →How do your listening skills rank? Tune in to KMOV’s Great Day Louis as Nancy Schnoebelen Imbs of Polished shares important reminders and skills to be an active listener.
Read more →by Nancy Schnoebelen-Imbs published in ASAP We’re all familiar with the phrase, “to fail is to succeed.” And there’s no doubt, we’ve all experienced failure – believe me I have had my fair share of failures. It’s not a good feeling, but it’s a part of life.
Read more →Communication is at the heart of everything we do each day, whether at home, work, or play. It involves talking and listening – actively listening. Unfortunately, in today’s technology-driven, fast-paced world, studies suggest many of us are spending less and less time to really listening to one another. In essence our messages
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