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      Grammy & Emmy nominated, CMA & ACM award winning songwriter Billy Kirsch has harnessed the power of creativity to lead a successful life as an entertainer, songwriter and entrepreneur. His body of work includes award winning songs and career songs for the artists who have recorded them. “Holes In The floor Of Heaven” recorded by Steve Wariner, won a Country Music Association song of the year award, was nominated for a Grammy award and was a number one hit. Top 10 songs, “Is It Over Yet” and “Come Some Rainy Day”, both recorded by Wynonna Judd, have become standards in the repertoire. “Stay Gone” launched singer Jimmy Wayne’s career as a Top 5 single. The list of artists who have recorded Billy’s songs include Tim McGraw, Kenny Rogers, Englebert Humperdink, Alabama, Donny Osmond, Lee Greenwood, Collin Raye, Steve Wariner and Wynonna to name just a few. Before moving to Nashville to pursue his songwriting career, Billy enjoyed success as a jazz pianist and composer, appearing at the JVC Jazz Festival and popular NYC clubs such as Michael’s Pub and Eddie Condons where he was a member of the Eddie Condon’s All Stars. Billy recorded a jazz instrumental CD, “Southern Fried”.…
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Both listening to music and creating music affects Both listening to music and creating music affects the brain positively. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Studies have shown that the brain releases significantly more Dopamine, the neurotransmitter associated with reward when subjects listened to music.⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Music has been conclusively linked to increased emotional wellbeing, decreased depression, and anxiety. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ This improves neurocognitive functioning; elevating performance in both workers and athletes.⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Creating and performing music has also been researched. The brains of musicians have been shown to exhibit a more effective corpus callosum (the bundle of nerves that transfer messages from one side of the brain to the other). ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ The good news is, having any sort of regular interaction with music was found to increase neurogenesis, (the regeneration and repair of cerebral nerves), to such an astonishing level that it is actually recognized as an effective therapy to slow the progress of Alzheimers and other neuro-degenerative diseases. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ More brain cells, better moods, and a constant feeling of reward!⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ How can you incorporate music into your workday?⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ ⁣
Everyone (including my company) is jumping onto th Everyone (including my company) is jumping onto the remote team building bandwagon. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ We can all use a break to have fun.⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ But I think you can have your fun and also pull lasting value out of your time together as a company.⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ In-person team building and virtual team building alike having the right leader can make an average experience great and vice-versa. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Look for a team building company with a solid history, a great track record, and a passion for quality. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ This is as important or more important than the bells and whistles on the remote program’s platform. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Launching our remote team building activities and the experience has been surprising. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Surprising in the genuine exchange of emotion, of energy and of ideas that takes place; not so different from our traditional F2F programs. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Remote team building activities – Check the box marked not optional! ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Let us help you build your team while social distancing! Visit the link in our bio for more information. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ ⁣
What are some good ways to build team spirit? ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Teams that forge a common bond and that share positive experiences work together better when things are going well; and when things are tough.⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ So it’s a good idea to have ongoing ways to build team spirit so you can keep your group humming along.⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Once a year team event won’t change much about your workplace dynamic. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ You need to incorporate ongoing activities to build and maintain a positive team spirit.⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Even high performing teams need to regroup, recharge and refresh. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Try incorporating morale-boosting activities into your team's regular schedule.⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ ⁣⁣
Has the extended work at home time left you missin Has the extended work at home time left you missing your team and inspired you to connect with them in a socially distancing safe way? ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Virtual team building events are a great option. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ However, just like in-person events, there are certain things you need to look for.⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Every team program, be it virtual or face-to-face needs certain elements to make it really work. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Look for the Four C’s: ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Communication – will it promote communication between your employees?⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Collaboration -Does it encourage your team to work together? ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Connection - Will they see each other’s faces, interact, and engage?⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Creativity – Will your group get to be creative together⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Always choose an online program that is led by a skilled facilitator. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ The facilitator is key to making sure the Four C’s actually happen for you and your team. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ As they say, it’s easy for the train to run off the track without a conductor.⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Could your team use a virtual team building event?⁣⠀ ⁣
IS THERE VALUE IN FUN?⁣⁣⠀ ⁣⁣⠀ Let’s IS THERE VALUE IN FUN?⁣⁣⠀ ⁣⁣⠀ Let’s get down to the business of improving your workplace environment. ⁣⁣⠀ ⁣⁣⠀ Employees that have fun together and bond through shared, positive experiences are more engaged. ⁣⁣⠀ ⁣⁣⠀ And guess what? Engaged employees have been statistically shown to boost productivity and profit margins. ⁣⁣⠀ ⁣⁣⠀ So yes, fun (or lack thereof) can affect your bottom line. Fun team building does yield ROI.⁣⁣⠀ ⁣⁣⠀ Fresh, fun team building activities are the best way to create the kind of productive, energized culture that high performing teams need to excel.⁣⁣⠀ ⁣⁣⠀ When was the last time you had fun with your work team?⁣⁣⠀ ⁣⁣
These past few months have been like nothing any o These past few months have been like nothing any of us have experienced before. Things are hard to say the least. ⁣⠀ ⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⠀⁣⁣⁣ Though you might be tempted to shove your team building agenda to the back of the line during these difficult times, I urge you to push it to the front. ⁣⠀ ⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⠀⁣⁣⁣ Not only are remote team building activities important right now, they are actually vitally beneficial to your employees’ mental health.⁣⠀ ⁣⁣⁣ ⠀⁣⁣⁣ In order to be creative, productive and engaged during times of stress, your employees need opportunities to connect; to create a sense of shared purpose. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ Many studies have shown a drastic effect on the mental health of remote workers, not only in terms of issues like depression but also in terms of ability to focus and complete tasks effectively. ⁣⁣ ⁣ Remote team building activities can create a stronger feeling of community, bringing comfort and support to your team. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ The restorative and motivational power of these programs shouldn’t be underestimated.⁣⠀ ⁣⠀⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣ Could your team use a morale boost?⁣
Looking to strengthen your bond with your employee Looking to strengthen your bond with your employees?⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Good managers know that when leading a team, listening is a vital part of their job. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Trust in your team’s skill and dedication and allow people to generate their own ideas about how to tackle their individual jobs. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Invite team members to share how they think a project should be approached.⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Schedule time for your entire team to get together and ask everyone how it’s going. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Give people a chance to share both positive and negative facts and feelings about your team project and how you’re all working together. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ It’s important to promote honest communication – so your team can continue to hum along at its optimal level.⁣
Think you don’t need creativity in your business Think you don’t need creativity in your business?⁣⁣⠀ ⁣⁣⠀ Try thinking of it this way; In order for business to function, there has to be trade. To have trade, there has to be a product. To have a product, something, (the product), has to be created. ⁣⁣⠀ ⁣⁣⠀ So really, the very origins of business lies in the creative process. Creativity in business – it’s not just an accessory!⁣⁣⠀ ⁣⁣⠀ It’s often assumed that the role of creativity in business is something best left to the marketing department⁣⁣⠀ Providing training to be more creative in business will stimulate original thinking and promote resourcefulness. ⁣⁣⠀ ⁣⁣⠀ Most importantly it will increase employee engagement. That leads to many great things like increased retention, innovation, and better teamwork.⁣⁣⠀ ⁣⁣⠀ Could your employees (or you) use a creativity boost?⁣⁣
Why is change so hard? ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ It’s hard b Why is change so hard? ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ It’s hard because all change initiatives bring uncertainty.⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ So how do you lead a company through change?⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Don’t make the mistake of glossing over the impact of change. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ It’s best to acknowledge right away that your workforce will have questions and doubts. The best way to work through this is to allow people to voice their concerns.⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Be honest. For example, if not everyone’s job is guaranteed to stay the same, it’s best to acknowledge that. But you can counter honestly by expressing the truth – that change will provide more opportunity and new ways to grow.⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ What change has your company faced lately and how you supported them through it?⁣⠀ ⁣⁣⠀ ⁣⁣
How do you lead a team?⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Everyone on y How do you lead a team?⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Everyone on your team should have a role that contributes to the entirety of your team effort without duplicating what others are doing. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ If your team wasn’t formed with pre-defined roles, your first order of business will be to assess individual skills and talent. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Make sure to set a style that lets everyone know you’re both a leader and a collaborator. Utilize the talents of your team members. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ With strong collaboration, everyone on your team will genuinely want to see you succeed as their leader, as much as they want to succeed as part of the team.⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ What tips do you have for new leaders?⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ ⁣
What is the Purpose of Team Building? ⁣⁣⠀⁣ What is the Purpose of Team Building? ⁣⁣⠀⁣ ⁣⠀⁣ The purpose of team building is to increase trust, improve communication, increase collaboration, and increase or maintain motivation.⁣⁣⠀ ⁣ ⁣⁣⠀⁣ When a team has a foundation of trust there’s less second-guessing, less duplication of tasks, a high level of confidence, and more sharing. ⁣⁣⠀ ⁣⁣⠀⁣ A team that has protocol for communicating will be able to solve problems before those problems become fixed within your team culture. ⁣⁣⁣ ⠀ ⁣⁣⠀⁣ When team members understand each other’s roles and responsibilities and respect them, it’s fun to collaborate. ⁣⁣⁣ ⠀ ⁣⁣⠀⁣ Quite often, the purpose of team building programs are primarily to increase motivation. In order for a team to stay motivated, members have to believe in their mission. ⁣⁣⠀⁣ ⁣⁣⠀⁣ Could your team use more trust, improve communication, increase collaboration, and increase or maintain motivation?⁣⁣⠀⁣ ⁣⁣⠀⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
Have you had an unpleasant team-building experienc Have you had an unpleasant team-building experience before?⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ Unfortunately, this isn't uncommon; programs that overtly try to present leadership lessons or specific takeaways are less powerful than team building that focuses on spending quality time together, sharing fun experience, and working towards a common goal.⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ In a fun, happy environment learning takes place easily.⁣⠀ So the first purpose of team building should always be to share genuine, meaningful experience. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ However, there are programs out there that will allow that to happen. ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ When you bond with your team members through activity outside of the office you create an opportunity to address all the aspects of purpose.⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ When was the last time you bonded with your team?⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⠀ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣
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