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Explore a wealth of knowledge curated by Stacey, an expert in learning management systems, workforce development, and leadership training. Whether you're navigating the complexities of LMS selection, seeking innovative approaches to apprenticeship programs, or striving to create inclusive and effective learning environments, this archive is your go-to resource. Stacey's expertise, combined with her passion for empowering organizations, brings practical strategies and transformative ideas to life. Dive in and discover how tailored solutions can drive meaningful growth and success in your organization.
It’s a time to come together – even if it’s not face to face!
Social distancing. Travel bans. Closing of schools. Stopping gatherings of 50 or more people. Closing restaurants and bars. Impending closures of daycares, and likely other restrictions coming soon. As a…
Read MoreNow is the perfect time to invest in skill development
Did you learn everything you needed to do your job in school? Did you learn it all at one time? Do you believe you can continue to be successful in…
Read MoreStarting a Business Right Before a Pandemic
EVelop is a labor of love. It was scary to think about leaving “corporate America” – with a salary, health care, vacation and sick time, a 401(k), an office and…
Read MoreWhat’s in a number?
Dirt on my hands. Paint on my arms. Transplanted flowers blooming. Fresh paint colors transforming an old house. Leveling out a yard and re-seeding. Weatherizing inside and out. All of…
Read MoreYep. That’s Warren Buffett.
This past week I had the pleasure of working with an amazing professional that’s looking to further his career trajectory by applying to the MBA program at Butler University. I’ve…
Read MoreIs the Flame Flickering?
It’s September 2020. Sometimes it feels like time has stopped. Sometimes it feels like the world is tilting at a stunning pace. Sometimes I look around and wonder how we…
Read MoreWhere Have All the Critical Thinkers Gone?
Hot take. Thanks to FiveThirtyEight for the inspiration. Critical thinking is at an all-time low, it seems. Our reptilian brains aren’t equipped to handle the ongoing level of stress of this global…
Read MoreThank U Next, 2020
As the lovely Ariana Grande put it – One taught me love One taught me patience And one taught me pain Now, I’m so amazing Say I’ve loved and I’ve…
Read MoreYou’re Not Going to Be Everyone’s Cup of Tea, and That’s OK
Or, as I often say everyone has their own flavor of crazy, and you’ve got to find the ones you like! Being an entrepreneur can feel lonely. The physical isolation…
Read MoreIt’s Always About People.
I have a few sayings that you may have heard if you’ve ever worked with me for a while. People may be part of the problem, but they’re ALWAYS part…
Read MoreMy MBA application, 12 years later
I had a crucible moment in 2009. I was a batch & furnace engineer for Owens Corning, in a development program. I had worked there since graduating college – it…
Read MoreGo Hug An Engineer
I’m a materials science engineer and my better half is a civil engineer. It’s no surprise that the disaster in Florida has been a topic of conversation. It’s horrific –…
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