by Emily Chang | Nov 16, 2020 | Learner, The Spare Room, Workplace
I recently heard this story from a friend. She entered a guy’s office and stopped in her tracks when she eyed the massive jar of marbles sitting next to his desk. “What’s the deal with the marbles?”, she asked. Naturally. He told her he had...
by Emily Chang | Oct 19, 2020 | Learner, Workplace
What’s the legacy you’re leaving behind in your workplace? Everyone’s remembered for something… so, what’s your thing? If you’re not sure, or would like to build something intentional, here are a few ideas. #1mininspiration...
by Emily Chang | Oct 12, 2020 | Learner, Workplace
Q1: “How’s your day going?” A: “Great!” Q2. “Good to hear! Why was it great?” Asking the second question can help us turn a social ritual into an opportunity for self-reflection. And if we uncover the answer to what makes a...
by Emily Chang | Oct 5, 2020 | Learner, Uncategorised, Workplace
My friend, Kitti, recently wrote this amazing, reflective article about the art of listening. She referred to herself as a “recovering non-listener”… can anyone relate to that? Do you listen or do you reload? Here’s an easy diagnostic: If...
by Emily Chang | Sep 3, 2020 | DEI, The Spare Room, Workplace
I recently chatted with the producers at Google about practical ways to create a culture of belonging. And then OMG Arianna Huffington reposted this article! In thinking back to the kids we have cared for in our Spare Room, I shared three practices that have worked...
by Emily Chang | Aug 31, 2020 | Learner, Workplace
In the course of our Advertising Week x Facebook Table Talk, Karen Teo asked me, “As a leader who prioritizes equality in business, what do you strive for?’ Her question brought to mind the words of one of my former colleagues. She described a “3D...
