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ERM has always had excellent people and that's what makes working here so great. #erm #sustainability #environmental #consulting #environmentalconsulting

I love what I do! I love this journey that I am on! 🤟🏾   As the Managing Member of CYR Consulting, LLC, each day brings me closer to understanding the profound impact of our work on clients. Here’s a snapshot of why I am passionate about what we do:   "Working with you has changed my career trajectory." 📈 Knowing that our partnership has a meaningful effect on professional paths is incredibly fulfilling.   "I have learned so much from you." 💥 The exchange of knowledge and growth with clients is a testament to the collaborative spirit at CYR Consulting.   "You've nurtured a positive, results-driven culture." 🤝 Fostering an environment where success and positivity thrive is at the heart of our mission.   These are the moments I live for! 🤗   These client reflections validate the mission of CYR Consulting, LLC. In my role, I am committed to not just consulting, but partnering with you on a journey towards excellence and growth.   Send me a message on LinkedIn, and let's discuss how we can achieve remarkable results together.

Many organizations miss out on the potential of celebrating their heritage. How does your company celebrate its heritage? What traditions or events do you hold? Do you believe these celebrations contribute to a stronger company culture, and attract talent? How does your organization honor its history? What are your heritage celebration traditions, and do they contribute to your company's unique identity and attractiveness? In this video, I discuss the potential benefits of taking a more intentional approach and a more focused strategy to heritage celebration. I hope this will spark some thoughtful discussion. Please share your thoughts and experiences.

I have been the Chief Executive Officer of Discovery Corporate and Employee Benefits for exactly 100 days today.   It’s been an exciting journey loaded with different emotions.   But the most overwhelming emotion I’ve felt in the past couple of months is that of gratitude – gratitude for being the first black female CEO in the Discovery Limited Group, and for being given such a huge responsibility; gratitude for the incredible executive team and broader team that I am partnering with; and gratitude for the opportunity to build and shape a business that I have no doubt will be part of Discovery’s growth story.   The Corporate and Employee Benefits (CEB) business is the newest business unit within the Discovery Group, but it is already a very important part of the organisation. Our vision is to be a pivotal force in South Africa’s growth story, enabling people and business to thrive.   What excites me the most is that we’ve spent the past 100 days truly understanding what employers want and how best to provide what employees need to cope with the current state of the world we operate in and the challenging economic times.   Once we knew what our clients wanted, we looked at our business’ needs. We focused on our own people within the CEB team and making sure that we had all the right skills in place because, without the right team, you can't possibly be expected to play your best game.   I’m confident now that – at 100 days - we are where we need to be not only to get the job done but also to play a bigger and important role in our economy and in our country.   We are now at a point where we can see the architecture that we’d drawn on paper coming to life. I am so excited about all the things we are going to do in the next 100 days and beyond.   The video interview which is included in this post features an excellent discussion between myself and Discovery’s Chief People Officer, Zimkhitha Saungweme, in which I share some of the paramount moments and challenges experienced in my first 100 days as CEO of the CEB division. I am grateful to Zim, for her kindness and willingness to sit with me and reflect.   Please share your thoughts and comments with me below – let me know if anything in our discussion resonated strongly with you at all.   #NewJob #Growth #Future #100Days

YAY It's my work monthiversary -- permit me to use the 'word'🥳 Today makes it four months at Royal Exchange General Insurance Company and it calls for a little reflection. The experience has been nothing short of phenomenal, and I am eager to share some key insights that have shaped my perspective during this time. →Unparalleled Professionalism: At Royal Exchange, professionalism is not just a standard; it's a way of life. The dedicated members of our team exemplify discipline and expertise in their respective fields, fostering an environment where excellence is the norm. →Respect as a Core Culture: The emphasis on respect within the organization goes beyond mere rhetoric; it's ingrained in our daily interactions. The belief that 'respect is reciprocal' is not just a saying here; it's a creed that underlines the mutual regard we share, creating a harmonious workplace. →Redefined Notions of Experience: An intriguing observation has been the redefinition of experience. While age undoubtedly contributes to expertise, Royal Exchange acknowledges and celebrates the prowess of bright young minds. It's a testament to the company's commitment to fostering innovation and embracing diverse perspectives. →Synergistic Interdepartmental Collaboration: The seamless collaboration among various departments and units is a cornerstone of our success. This synergy is not just admirable; it's a strategic necessity for any organization aiming to thrive in today's dynamic business landscape. These are just few out of numerous observations. Is my organization perfect? Obviously not (there's no perfect company anywhere), but I've come to appreciate REGIC's to continuous improvement in taking significant strides towards becoming one of the best places to work. It's important to take regular stock of your progress in whatever organization you work and ensure it's in sync with your personal and professional goals. So 4 months down.....to go 😁 #RoyalExchangeExperience #ProfessionalGrowth #TeamCollaboration #WorkplaceCulture Your thoughts and feedback are always welcome! 🤝

As I received some work anniversary🥂messages, I found myself reflecting on the incredible journey of the past 15 years. 15 years ago, I took a leap and launched Bold Aspirations, a consulting and coaching firm specializing in people🤝. At that time, I was in South Africa🦓, working at a global consulting firm🌍, but I envisioned providing tailored services to small and medium-sized companies. What a journey it has been! From launching in Cape Town to moving my business to San Diego, and now calling Dallas home (again). Along this path, I’ve gotten married, relocated multiple times, and welcomed two beautiful children👨👩👧👦. Since starting Bold Aspirations, I’ve had the privilege of working with clients across various industries throughout the US (and South Africa). I genuinely enjoy my clients and relish the opportunity to support them by reducing dysfunction, optimizing teams, developing people, and facilitating significant growth📈. My goal has always involved lowering the temperature, reducing frustration, improving morale, enhancing the work culture, and bringing back the enjoyment😄. The journey has had its ups and downs🎢, and sometimes requires 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒄𝒌 𝒔𝒌𝒊𝒏, but I can confidently say that I have no regrets. Here’s to many more years of growth, resilience, and achieving our Bold Aspirations🎯. Thanks for the wishes! #organizationalconsulting #executivecoaching #executiveteams #strategicplanning #retreatfacilitation

Reflecting on an incredible experience at the SITE Young Leaders Conference in Vegas! I’m so grateful to have had the chance to attend this event for the second year in a row - it’s always such a privilege to be surrounded by bright, like-minded young professionals in our industry. There’s truly something special about this community that makes me feel empowered and inspired to keep growing. This year’s conference left me with some powerful takeaways that I’m excited to carry forward: ⭐ Channel your inner legend: We’ve all had those moments when imposter syndrome sneaks up and makes us doubt our abilities. When that doubt comes creeping in, think of one of the most powerful people you know and channel yourself to present with their confidence and grace. 🤖 AI is here to help us: Instead of being something to fear, AI can become a powerful tool that enhances our efficiency and creativity, giving us more time for the work that really matters. It’s not about AI taking our jobs—it’s about giving us the opportunity to refocus on what brings value to our day-to-day. 👪 Work-life integration > Work-life balance: A huge takeaway was rethinking the concept of “work-life balance.” Instead, it’s about work-life integration—finding a way to blend both aspects of our lives in a way that feels meaningful and aligned. Our careers and personal lives don’t have to be in competition. When we integrate both in a harmonious way, we create a more fulfilling path forward. Attending this conference was such a meaningful experience, and I’m excited to implement these insights into my own career and life journey. Here’s to the future leaders of our industry! 🚀 #siteyoungleaders #meetingsandevents #imex24

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🚫 This is NOT another “motivational” event. 👇 🌀 This is for the goal-driven woman who wants real life strategies, higher-level thinking, and to feel inspired...just without the fluff and circumstance. 🚫 This is NOT for the woman who is “just fine” where she is - personally and professionally. 👇 🌀 This is for the high-achieving woman who wants to push the limits of her full potential...and she wants to learn better ways to do it. 🚫 This is NOT for the woman who likes easy, shallow-end conversations. 👇 🌀 This is for the goal-driven woman who is craving deep-end conversations that will challenge her to think and act beyond what she even believes is possible. If you’re a goal-driven professional woman (or know one who needs to be at the table)...let’s meet in Orlando at the Lake Nona Wave Hotel, Thursday, February 1st. Let’s spend a Day Away together, step off the hamster wheel, and learn the REAL skills it takes to win at work AND life. Link 👇- DM me for a VIP registration code! #orlandoevents #orlando #womensleadership #personaldevelopment #professionaldevelopment #corporatewellness #worklifebalance

It’s a wrap! 5 nationalities from three different companies under the umbrella of one mother company. Whereas the almost default perception of culturally-diverse organizations being more prone to CQ-related challenges, some of them actually thrive being one. Because apparently, if you put together people from different cultural backgrounds to collaborate long enough, the cultural tendencies tend to be just those, tendencies. Over time, they just slowly fade into the background until they no longer bother those same people anymore. ALMEETRA Consulting