Why an Electronics Company Needed to Order 1,200 Mattresses
Hi, yes, Sleepys? I need 1,200 mattresses by next week. No they don’t need to be Sleep Number. The cheapest you got. At least this is how I imagine this story started. (I don’t actually know if they straight up ordered these mattresses or not.) Apparently, the important people at this particular electronics company decided […]
When You Want to Scream Remember Me
Last night, I knocked over my coat rack as I was heading out the door to handle a problem. It had already been such a rough Monday that just this simple event almost led me to tears. Shortly after I received a text message from one of my classmates who told me that she just […]
Handling Goodbyes: Make your Community Last Even After Members Leave
So it’s coming to that point of the year again…after all the stress of the spring semester classes and finals are over. My Res-Life Staff is leaving me! How can I possibly say goodbye to six unique individuals who have been a big part of my life as a first time res-life supervisor? Well, I […]
#WeirdCard – A Unique Team-Building Idea
Ever laugh so much during your work day that you have to stop and ask which teammate is the weirdest? Now, when I say weird, I mean the funny, eccentric, off the wall, silly comments, mannerisms, habits and facial expressions that make up each individual. We embrace the weird at Swift Kick. In fact, the […]
Do You Have The Spring Break Blues?
What exactly is Spring Break Blues? Well, it’s when your still in the Spring Break mindset, so find yourself not being able to focus or be motivated on anything work related. Trust me, it’s a tough situation because you still want to be that hard worker and person that other people can depend on, but […]
What Does Respect Look Like in a Healthy Community?
Instead of writing this blog post, I had an accidental extended conversation about politics and other heavy topics with the people in my office. A year ago, I probably would not have engaged this much in this conversation. I tend to have a very different opinion on most things than the surrounding community. It’s always […]
Are You Ready to #RAK16? – Spread Random Acts of Kindness with Us This April!
Imagine walking up to a vending machine, desperate for a chocolate bar, and lo and behold – there’s 4 quarters taped to the glass! There’s also a note that says – You’ve been RAKed! Enjoy your next snack on me. #RAK14. Wouldn’t that feel amazing? Even more amazing – you could be the person leaving […]
Jump at the Chance and Drop Your Excuses
A lot of times in my life I have not only heard my friends, but myself, make excuses as to why we could not achieve or do something. While this is not a natural habit for me, when it does occur, the excuse-making is often because I see the goal I want to achieve as impossible. NOT […]
10 Astonishingly Simple Things You Can Do to Make Someone Feel Engaged in Your Community
The idea of building “culture” as a leader can be daunting. You’re in charge of how people feel and act in your space – no big deal…right? As you build your way to becoming a ninja in community building, you can start with teeny-tiny, not scary at all, ways to make someone feel more welcomed […]
5 Songs That Will Inspire You to Talk to Strangers
Okay okay, I know. Not everyone wants to talk to strangers. You can feel free to interpret this list as ways to connect with your peers. We compiled 2 lists to get yourself into the perfect mood to hug the world: Songs that will open your heart to everyone Songs that will make you sing […]