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The Energizer Blog


The SAGA OF Edith Pickles—and we all have one!
Join Eileen as she shares a family story about selling fireworks until along comes Edith Pickles.

Eileen McDargh
Jul 13, 20202 min read


Three Keys for Creating Certainty in Uncertain Times
For anyone in a leadership position, the ability to craft solid ground in white water times becomes paramount. Learn how.

Eileen McDargh
Jul 6, 20202 min read


There’s Nothing “Fishy” about Resilient Leadership
Today, there are days in which anyone in a leadership position might feel tempted to give-up, to turn around, to accept defeat. However, wh

Eileen McDargh
Jun 29, 20202 min read


How to Move from Reactive to Proactive
Words have the power to trigger instant emotions and behaviors. In fact, even incorrect words, delivered in a certain manner, can jump start

Eileen McDargh
Jun 22, 20202 min read


Five Tips for Getting In Control Versus Getting Covid
When we begin to take control over even the smallest part of our life, we begin to gain a sense of forward momentum. Consider these five tip

Eileen McDargh
Jun 15, 20202 min read


Burnout Affects Every Area Of Your Life Including Sleep
Joe Robinson from Eachnight has offered to share an an article and infographic with The Energizer because sleep is a very important part of

Eileen McDargh
Jun 15, 20201 min read


We Are The Change!
Stand up for real leadership by visiting True Leader Creed and signing up to take the pledge.

Eileen McDargh
Jun 8, 20201 min read


Five Resiliency Habits Worth Keeping from Lockdown
Reframing is to look at what is in front of us and walk around it—getting a different perspective—seeing what is possible versus impossible.

Eileen McDargh
May 31, 20201 min read


How Not to Screw Up Communicating
Human language separates us from the rest of the animal kingdom but too often, we respond to the wag of a dog’s tail. Here are four sure-fi

Eileen McDargh
May 21, 20202 min read


Resiliency Tip for Pandemic Times: PLAY
Learn how something as simple as play can change your life and your mood even in a pandemic.

Eileen McDargh
May 17, 20203 min read


RESILIENCY LESSONS FROM CHILEAN MINE TRIUMPH
Learn how the Chilean Mine disaster can teach us lessons even four years after the rescue.

Eileen McDargh
May 10, 20203 min read


Faced with Loss, Managers Must Understand Context
A resilient leader’s communication must take into account the emotions and experiences of individual listeners. Learn why.

Eileen McDargh
May 3, 20203 min read


Your Creativity Can Build Resiliency
Since resiliency is about energy management what are some creative outlets that light a spark and become sources of learning as well as joy?

Eileen McDargh
Apr 27, 20202 min read


Small Gestures Help People Smile—a Resiliency Boost
Many of us work hard to be strong and committed to surviving but sometimes we forget that we need to help others.

Eileen McDargh
Apr 26, 20202 min read


A 50-year Anniversary Marked by Two Crises
50 years ago today, April 22, the U.S. celebrated the first Earth Day. The enormous response of some 20 million citizens made a difference.

Eileen McDargh
Apr 21, 20202 min read


Three Ways Trader Joe’s Rocks Resilience
Trader Joe’s has always been innovative. Learn what they are doing during the pandemic to help their customers stay safe and well fed.

Eileen McDargh
Apr 19, 20202 min read


For COVID-19, The Timing Couldn’t be Better
Fourteen of my colleagues in the resiliency arena (plus me) bring you a wide variety of strategies to survive and (yes) THRIVE.

Eileen McDargh
Apr 14, 20201 min read


With Three Words, The Healer is You.
I discovered one small passage in the Bible that I think holds healing and hope for all of us caught in the anxiety and fear of COVID-19.

Eileen McDargh
Apr 12, 20201 min read


Free Time Should be Me Time—Part 3
Billions in the bank might create a luxurious lifestyle but it won’t keep your muscles toned, your heart operating at optimum efficiency, or

Eileen McDargh
Apr 5, 20203 min read


Hope in the Age of Lockdown
Father Hendrick encourages the sharing of his uplifting message.

Eileen McDargh
Mar 31, 20202 min read
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