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Kill the Theory & Just Tell Me What I Need To Do!!!

February 12, 2019 by Dr. Gia Leave a Comment

We were excited about the 2014 release of, “Onboarding; Maximize the Success of New Employees”!

Though we got a lot of great feedback, we got some really practical feedback from practitioners as well.

Busy professionals need quick and easy solutions.

“Kill all the theoretical framework and just tell us what we need to do.”

DONE!

“Onboarding Quick Guide” is now available!

You can get your copy on Amazon, Barnes and Nobel, and other online retailers.

Fast Track the Success of Your New Employees!!!

 


Gia Suggs, MPA, MA, EdD is an Organization Development Consultant. She manages a private practice and is a Distinguished Adjunct Professor at Olivet Nazarene University located in Bourbonnais, Illinois. Dr. Gia is also the author of Onboarding; Maximizing the Success of New Employees & Shattering the Glass Ceiling; How to Break Through Without Breaking Down (both available on Amazon.com).

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Year Up Chicago

February 5, 2019 by Dr. Gia Leave a Comment

Congratulations!!!

Congratulations Hayward Suggs & Jamaal Foulks on a successful Year Up Chicago program.

Year Up Chicago is a one-year, intensive training program that provides 18-24-year-olds hands-on skills development, coursework eligible for college credit, corporate internships, and support.

Click HERE to learn more about Year Up Chicago.

For information on how Hayward Suggs can support you and your organization, visit Hayward at www.haywardsuggs.com


Gia Suggs, MPA, MA, EdD is an Organization Development Consultant. She manages a private practice and is a Distinguished Adjunct Professor at Olivet Nazarene University located in Bourbonnais, Illinois.

Dr. Gia is also the author of Onboarding; Maximizing the Success of New Employees & Shattering the Glass Ceiling; How to Break Through Without Breaking Down (both available on Amazon.com).

We would love to hear from you!  Please submit your comments, questions, and feedback. Let us know how we are doing. Want to connect with Dr. Gia? Click HERE to request information.

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I Am A Little Delayed …

January 29, 2019 by Dr. Gia Leave a Comment

Each year I write a New Year’s post. I have written about everything from discretionary time to broken eggs. Clearly, this year I am a little delayed.

I am actually delayed on EVERYTHING; the redesign of my website, marketing for my new book, debuting my lifestyle blog, launching an Instagram page (there’s no excuse for this one).

Yesterday, I fractured my toe and can’t put any weight on it. So, I’ve been forced to be still. Hence, me actually writing this post …

In a few days, I will enter a classroom full of freshman. Some will be away from home for the first time. There will be student athletes accountable for a rigorous practice schedule. Others will be trying to balance work and classes to pay their tuition. Most all will be looking for affirmation that they can achieve this monumental goal, earning their degree.

I know how important that can be!

Studies show that the engagement of even one supportive adult, can positively influence a young person’s perception of themselves and their ability.

I remember entering my classroom, making a hard left and heading straight to the back of the class, to my desk in the corner. With my chin in hand, I watched the hand on the clock click – click until 10:30 AM. At which time, I went to the “special room” with 4 other students. We read to each other for an hour. After lunch, this process repeated itself, but for math.

It was easier to endure the ridicule of the “special room” than sitting in my corner seat in the back of my classroom. It only took a few weeks before I stopped raising my hand and started watching the clock. Ms. Shaff never called on me. Why did she hate me?

Fortunate for me, I had Mr. Averyheart the following year. He specifically requested I be in his 4th grade class. He told me, “You no longer need to go to the “special room”. In fact, you are the smartest girl in my classroom.”

Something peculiar happened … I suddenly was. I worked hard to prove he was right.

Thank God for 4th grade! But you know what, thank God for 3rd grade as well.

I learned an important lesson. It really didn’t matter what either of them thought, what mattered was that I began to believe in myself.

To be clear, I’m grateful for Mr. Averyheart. I have learned however, I won’t always have a Mr. Averyheart.

Every morning I wake up, I have an opportunity to decide: how I will spend my time, what will get my focus & attention, who I will share my experiences with … I decide who I am and what I can be. My decision does not require a cosigner.

Instead of looking in the mirror, too often we look to public opinion. Ever decision requires a poll of our peers, “Well, what do you think?”

It is ok if public affirmation makes us feel good. It becomes problematic when negative perceptions make us feel bad.

This type of social co-dependence can be dangerous. Instead of taking the temperature in the room, we need to know how to self-regulate.

It is ok if you think I am great. But it is also ok if you do not.

Your perception of yourself cannot be a pendulant that tips based on the opinions in the room.

Just because someone cannot see your shine, it does not mean it doesn’t exist. Do not engage your haters, let your life speak for itself.

You are beautifully and wonderfully made. Everything you have survived is evidence of your resilience. The only person who can make you abandon your dream is you. You are the decider.

In the scheme of life, you may encounter several Ms. Shaffs and perhaps not enough Mr. Averyhearts. If this occurs … AFFIRM YOURSELF!!!

Ms. Shaff and Mr. Averyheart taught me that.


Gia Suggs, MPA, MA, EdD is an Organization Development Consultant. She manages a private practice and is a Distinguished Adjunct Professor at Olivet Nazarene University located in Bourbonnais, Illinois.

Dr. Gia is also the author of Onboarding; Maximizing the Success of New Employees & Shattering the Glass Ceiling; How to Break Through Without Breaking Down (both available on Amazon.com).

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We Remember MLK and His Legacy

January 21, 2019 by Dr. Gia Leave a Comment


Gia Suggs, MPA, MA, EdD is an Organization Development Consultant. She manages a private practice and is a Distinguished Adjunct Professor at Olivet Nazarene University located in Bourbonnais, Illinois.

Dr. Gia is also the author of Onboarding; Maximizing the Success of New Employees & Shattering the Glass Ceiling; How to Break Through Without Breaking Down (both available on Amazon.com).

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Design Thinking

January 15, 2019 by Dr. Gia Leave a Comment


Gia Suggs, MPA, MA, EdD is an Organization Development Consultant. She manages a private practice and is a Distinguished Adjunct Professor at Olivet Nazarene University located in Bourbonnais, Illinois.

Dr. Gia is also the author of Onboarding; Maximizing the Success of New Employees & Shattering the Glass Ceiling; How to Break Through Without Breaking Down (both available on Amazon.com).

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The Training Associates Blog

January 8, 2019 by Dr. Gia Leave a Comment

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Gia Suggs, MPA, MA, EdD is an Organization Development Consultant. She manages a private practice and is a Distinguished Adjunct Professor at Olivet Nazarene University located in Bourbonnais, Illinois. Dr. Gia is also the author of Onboarding; Maximizing the Success of New Employees & Shattering the Glass Ceiling; How to Break Through Without Breaking Down (both available on Amazon.com).

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Happy New Year!

January 1, 2019 by Dr. Gia Leave a Comment

From Our Family to Yours,

Happy New Year!!!


Gia Suggs, MPA, MA, EdD is an Organization Development Consultant. She manages a private practice and is a Distinguished Adjunct Professor at Olivet Nazarene University located in Bourbonnais, Illinois.

Dr. Gia is also the author of Onboarding; Maximizing the Success of New Employees & Shattering the Glass Ceiling; How to Break Through Without Breaking Down (both available on Amazon.com).

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Wishing You a Blessed Holiday Season

December 25, 2018 by Dr. Gia Leave a Comment


Gia Suggs, MPA, MA, EdD is an Organization Development Consultant. She manages a private practice and is a Distinguished Adjunct Professor at Olivet Nazarene University located in Bourbonnais, Illinois. Dr. Gia is also the author of Onboarding; Maximizing the Success of New Employees & Shattering the Glass Ceiling; How to Break Through Without Breaking Down (both available on Amazon.com).

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Congratulations ATDChi on 75 Years!!!

December 18, 2018 by Dr. Gia Leave a Comment

Congratulations ATDChi on 75 Years and an incredible celebration!

It has been my absolute pleasure to serve as the Director of Professional Development Networks (PDNs) since 2016.

For more information about the PDNs: https://atdchi.org/PDN

With many of the performance and talent development associations folding over the last few years, this celebration is a tribute to our past leaders and an important celebration for all of our members!

Congratulations ATDChi on your 75th Anniversary.
HaywardSuggs.Com – Signature Moment Coaching
Dr. Arthur Paton (2018 Presidential Advisor), Garrett Gray & Attorney Mandaleine Gray
Thank you for celebrating with us!!! Tyrone Suggs, Garrett Gray & Attorney Mandaleine Gray
I had the pleasure of serving on the board with Dr. Ana Bedard, Vice President of Membership. Under her leadership, revenues from membership increased by 30%!!!
Not only is Ana an exceptional performance improvement professional, her company was one of my clients, during my 1st year as a solo consultant (thank you Ana)! 💞💞💞💞
I appreciated the opportunity to transition many of my virtual relationships into personal connections! Nicole Afton, it was awesome to meet you in-person!
On behalf on CommonQuest Consulting – HaywardSuggs.com, Hayward Suggs congratulated ATDChi on their 75th Anniversary!
Congratulations ATDChi on your 75th Anniversary. 2018 Past Present Anthony Dudek & 2020 Future President Hayward Suggs
2018 Past Present Anthony Dudek & President Elect Eileen Terrell sharing a laugh
Attendees enjoyed a Photo Booth. We were able to sneak in a quick Smooch!
Thank you to each of the event sponsors!!!
We were excited to serve as one of the event sponsors. If you’ve not done so, be sure to visit HaywardSuggs.Com
ATDChi’s Dr. Deborah Colky Student Award Recognizes an Exceptional Student in the Talent Development Profession. 
Congratulations to Dr. Karolyn Rubin, the 2018 winner!
Adriene Summers & Deanna Claerhout
75 years of past presidents
Awesome Celebration!
Beautiful Space!

Gia Suggs, MPA, MA, EdD is an Organization Development Consultant. She manages a private practice and is a Distinguished Adjunct Professor at Olivet Nazarene University located in Bourbonnais, Illinois. Dr. Gia is also the author of Onboarding; Maximizing the Success of New Employees & Shattering the Glass Ceiling; How to Break Through Without Breaking Down (both available on Amazon.com). 

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Pay Me, Please, Fairly!

December 11, 2018 by Dr. Gia Leave a Comment

“The impact of (the) neo-feminist movement has had mixed reviews. There is certainly more dialogue about equality. Also, a new generation of men and women are being introduced to the idea of equality for the sexes. That said, a couple of prominent issues facing women persist, including compensation and promotion.

It is estimated that women currently earn 81 cents to every dollar a man earns.”

My traditional thinking on this topic was first challenged during …

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Gia Suggs, MPA, MA, EdD is an Organization Development Consultant. She manages a private practice and is a Distinguished Adjunct Professor at Olivet Nazarene University located in Bourbonnais, Illinois. Dr. Gia is also the author of Onboarding; Maximizing the Success of New Employees & Shattering the Glass Ceiling; How to Break Through Without Breaking Down (both available on Amazon.com).

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