by Alida Zweidler-McKay | May 29, 2020 | Uncategorized
Stepping into a leadership role brings a number of challenges: Gaining credibility with your new boss and company leadership Building new (or different) relationships with your new team members, including some who may have applied for the job you now hold Getting to... 
by Alida Zweidler-McKay | Jul 31, 2019 | Blog, Uncategorized
One of the biggest challenges you’ll likely face as a manager is ensuring your new hires make a smooth transition that serves them, you, and the company at large. Whether they’re entry level or coming to the table with experience, finding new employees and getting... 
by Alida Zweidler-McKay | Jun 4, 2019 | Blog, Uncategorized
Being a mid-level manager is not for the faint of heart. Being caught between a desire to please your superiors and your reliance on those you manage can feel like a constant tug of war. There’s always a fire to put out, a personality to wrangle, an unexpected request... 
by Alida Zweidler-McKay | May 2, 2019 | Blog, Uncategorized
By Friday, my husband and I will have closed on a new home on the other side of town exactly 2.5 years to the day since we signed for the current one. We loved this house when we bought it. It has a gorgeous view of the Cambridge Reservoir, an expansive flower garden... 
by Alida Zweidler-McKay | Mar 14, 2019 | Blog, Uncategorized
Whether you watched the Oscars or not, you’ve likely heard all the rumblings about the on-screen chemistry between Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper in A Star Is Born. The smile on her face. The sparkle in his eye. Their intimate performance at the Oscars only fanned the... 
by Alida Zweidler-McKay | Feb 4, 2019 | Blog, Uncategorized
Adam Levine’s Superbowl Half-Time Show performance and the critique that swiftly followed has me thinking about all of the moments that leaders are in the limelight – and likely subject to intense scrutiny. One of those spotlight moments is when someone steps into a... 
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