Professional Development

Adapting to Different Workplace Styles

Navigating the workplace can sometimes feel like trying to sail through a storm. Each wave and gust of wind represents the diverse working styles of our colleagues. As Dolly Parton wisely said, “We cannot direct the wind, but we can adjust the sails.” Let’s explore how to adapt to different workplace styles and leverage the … Read more

Benefits of Creative Thinking in a Linear Workplace

Rachael Bosch is the CEO and founder at Fringe PD, where their mission is to help people communicate better and create more human workplaces. Creativity is an incredibly powerful tool that has the potential to unlock solutions and new ideas in any workplace. After spending my early professional years steeped in the creative world, I came to … Read more

No Undefined Terms: Avoiding the Pitfalls of Vague Language

Do you ever feel like you’re walking a tightrope when it comes to communication? One wrong word can lead to confusion and misunderstandings, even with the best intentions. That’s why it pays to be crystal clear when communicating with others, especially at work. Unfortunately, using vague language is all too common and can have serious … Read more

Why Good Client Service Doesn’t Mean Being a Yes Person

As professional service providers, we know how critical client service is. It’s what can make or break our career! But often, our definition of excellent client service prevents us from delivering our best work, and maybe worse, can leave us burnt out and looking for a new career. Let’s define “client” before we dive in. … Read more

No News Isn’t Good News – Don’t Mistake No Feedback for Good Feedback

If you’re a manager of people, you’re probably spending a lot of time thinking about giving feedback, actually giving feedback, and dealing with the aftermath of that feedback. But how much time are you spending asking for and getting feedback about yourself? How often are you getting valuable nuggets of information to use towards your … Read more

A Chat with Expert: Michael Bloom 💬

We are excited to share with you another in our series of fantastic conversations with organizational development leaders we admire!

Who doesn’t love a good chat?! In the latest within our Fringe Chats series, founder Rachael Bosch connects with Michael Bloom, founder of Praktio. Rachael & Michael dig into some of the insights on skill building & the legal industry.

A Chat with Expert: Jeena Cho💬

We are excited to share with you another in our series of fantastic conversations with organizational development leaders we admire!

Who doesn’t love a good chat?! In the latest within our Fringe Chats series, founder Rachael Bosch connects with Jeena Cho, author of The Anxious Lawyer. Rachael & Jeena dig into some of the complexities of the industry that lend themselves towards less than stellar well-being….

A Chat with Expert: Jessie Spressart 💬

We are excited to share with you another in our series of fantastic conversations with organizational development leaders we admire!

Who doesn’t love a good chat?! In the latest within our Fringe Chats series, founder Rachael Bosch connects with Optia Consulting founder and managing partner Jessie Spressart. They chat about all things well-being and mental health, so this one is a must-see!

Managing Up for New Associates: What to Do When Everyone and No One is Your Boss

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You’re a new associate at a law firm. You’re excited to get to work and learn from some of the best lawyers around. But there’s one small problem: you have no idea who your boss is. You’re getting assigned work and have to be responsive to almost everyone who is more senior than you. But … Read more

A Chat with Presentation Skills Expert: Christine Clapp 💬

We are excited to share with you another in our series of fantastic conversations with organizational development leaders we admire!

Christine Clapp is the founder of Spoken With Authority, a Washington D.C.-based presentation skills consultancy that elevates the presence and expands the influence of professionals, and promotes inclusion in organizations. Christine joins Fringe founder, Rachael Bosch for a quick chat about how presentation skills have evolved in a hybrid workplace! Click the image or button below to check out the full interview.