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The Challenging the Status Quo Panel Series was designed to show you different perspectives from UVAFinance employees who aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo and share their thoughts and ideas with you​.  Today's panelists are Amy Nolasco, Jonathan Agop, and Mara Hilliar.   RESOURCES MENTIONED: Watch the webinar on the Online Community in the CI space:  https://communityhub.virginia.edu/vide...

UVAFinance's Continuous Improvement Committee recently hosted a webinar on Challenging the Status Quo, featuring members of the FST team.  This webinar featured Lisa Shuler, Josh Breeden, and Phil Hamlett. Access the Continuous Improvement space in the online community (behind NetBadge):  https://communityhub.virginia.edu/community/uva-finance-transformation/continuous-improvement   More CI Webina...

This episode is a companion piece to our recent Brave Space discussion, found here: https://everydaygrace.podbean.com/e/brave-space-in-uvafinance-finance-matters/ .   This pod contains a brief exploration of many terms we refer to in our Brave Space discussion, terms that are frequently used when racial equity is discussed.  In this episode, LaVerne Harris Grant joins Patty and Brandi to go over t...

UVAFinance's Continuous Improvement Committee recently hosted a webinar on Challenging the Status Quo, featuring UVAFinance leadership.  This webinar was the second of a series and featured a discussion with Steve Kimata, James Gorman, and Julie Richardson.  Listen to Part One  https://everydaygrace.podbean.com/e/challenging-the-status-quo-webinar-finance-matters/   Listen to the Manager Panel htt...

We're joined today by members of the Inclusive Excellence Advisory Group from UVAFinance, with a discussion of why fostering a brave space within the workplace is so important.  Guests on the panel are Melody Bianchetto, Steve Kimata, LaVerne Harris, and Jenn Bari.   Resources Mentioned:  Inclusive Excellence at UVA: https://vpdiversity.virginia.edu/inclusive-excellence Inclusive Excellence work w...

Last week the UVAFinance Continuous Improvement Committee hosted the second "Challenging the Status Quo" webinar in that series, this time featuring three UVAFinance managers.  You can  view the full webinar  in the CI space in CommunityHub, or listen in to the discussion on Finance Matters.  We'll continue presenting the webinar series as a special edition run of the podcast.   Panelists: Isaiah...

UVAFinance's Continuous Improvement Committee recently hosted a webinar on Challenging the Status Quo, featuring UVAFinance leadership.  This webinar was the first of a series, and was full of such inspiration that we couldn't help but share it with you here on Finance Matters.  Tune in to hear Melody Bianchetto, Bill Ashby, and Augie Maurelli discuss continuous improvement.   More information on...

Patty and Brandi discuss a book by Patrick Lencioni (not Leoncini, Brandi), “The Truth About Employee Engagement.”  Everyone has a time in their career where they dread going to work.  This book addresses the three root causes of job misery and how they can be remedied.  Resources Mentioned: The Truth About Employee Engagement: https://www.amazon.com/Truth-About-Employee-Engagement-Addressing/dp/1...

You're invited to the Finance Matters party!  Share your stories from this wild ride that has been 2020:  what have you learned in quarantine?  What has changed in the way you work?  What's been most challenging or most interesting?   Share your thoughts via audio recording or the written word and send them to Brandi at bv8h@virginia.edu .  Need any help? Email Brandi and she'll be glad to assist....

Science has proven over and over again that rest is necessary for both physical and mental recuperation.  Still, many of us don't take the time we need to rest, to enjoy our hobbies, and to replenish ourselves.  Now more than ever, in this stressful time of the pandemic, it's important that we make time to rest, not only to maintain and even increase productivity but also to avoid burnout.  Patty...

We've been in quarantine for quite some time now, and it can be tempting to despair a bit at this "new normal."  Patty and Brandi discuss the pleasant additions this season can bring to our lives, as well as the mindset that will keep us sane as we move forward, even when we don't know how or when the pandemic will resolve.    Resources Mentioned: Todd Henry's article from The Accidental Creative...

"It’s easier being in each other’s presence, or in each other’s absence, than in the constant presence of each other’s absence." --Gianpiero Petriglieri Many of us are more connected to our colleagues than ever as we work remotely during the Coronavirus Pandemic.  Thanks to Zoom, we may now see our colleagues more than we ever did when we worked in the office.  If Zoom calls are the same as meetin...

UPDATED WITH CORRECT AUDIO!    We're joined this week by seasoned remote workers JT Peifer of Student Financial Services and Jessica Rafter from the FST project to talk not just about working remotely, but further, working remotely during a pandemic.  JT and Jessica talk about how the unique challenges and rewards of telecommuting change shape during a crisis situation, the natural tension between...

  As we work remotely during the Coronavirus crisis, our communication channels have changed but best practices still apply.  It's more important than ever to be intentional about your communication. Check out this episode of Finance Matters for some guidance on sending emails that don't get ignored, connecting with colleagues when you aren't physically together, and more! Resources Mentioned: htt...

For most of us, working remotely due to COVID-19 related restrictions has been an adjustment, to say the least.  Not only are we coping with a new way of getting things done, but also, the complications that come from being in close proximity to our family members and finding new ways of connecting with our colleagues.  Today, Patty and Brandi get together (remotely of course) to discuss ways to n...

After studying the behavior of thousands of children and adolescents, researcher Carol S. Dweck noticed that some children seemed eager to learn and grow, while some seemed more satisfied with the status quo, fearing failure.  Dweck's resulting work introduced the "growth mindset," describing those individuals who view talent and natural ability as only the starting point that can be built upon th...

Is there a voice in your head telling you that you don't know what you're doing at work?  That you're not qualified for the job you have?  If you've ever been riddled with doubt about your ability to fulfill a role (whether it's work, family, or anything else), then you've experienced Impostor Syndrome.  This detrimental thought pattern affects up to 70% of us at one time or another.  Tune in to o...

Join Patty, Brandi, and their guests Sarah Doran and Danielle Hancock as we discuss the importance of prioritizing workplace culture. In this episode, we talk about what culture is and how to create a positive workplace culture.  The benefits of participating in creating a healthy culture are great for the organization and for employees as individuals.   Tune in for a great discussion!  

This episode of Finance Matters is about something that doesn't actually exist.  That's right -- multitasking is a myth!  So what are we talking about the whole episode long?  How trying to multitask affects our productivity, our creativity, and our enjoyment of life (hint:  it's not good), as well as what to do instead of multitasking.  If you've ever answered emails during a meeting, you need to...

Gobble Gobble!  In this pod, we identify the things that make us most thankful at work.  Taking a moment to identify what you appreciate is a great exercise to boost your sense of well-being -- listen in and take a moment for gratitude!   Resources Mentioned: Start with Why Podcast Brene Brown Call to Courage Podcast The Importance of Resilience Podcast Bridging the Generation Gap Podcast A Re-Int...

Aaaand we're back!  After a few months' hiatus,  Patty and Brandi are back in the podcast saddle with special guest Lisa Harris of UVA HR's Talent Development team.  In this episode, they discuss Bill George's book, "True North:  Discover Your Authentic Leadership. "  We all have an internal compass, and when it's followed closely, we can become authentic, outstanding leaders.  If you've wondered...

Aaaand we're back!  After a brief hiatus, Patty and Brandi get together to discuss Simon Sinek's popular book Start With Why.  Hopefully, we all know what we do for a living, but have you give much thought to why you do what you do?  Tuning in with your WHY can help you prioritize, make better decisions, and generally have a happier, more productive career.     Resources Mentioned:  Start W/Why Sh...

Coaching involves teaching people and helping them to grow.  It's different than managing, mentoring, or problem-solving, and it's a leadership style that can change your relationships and your organization.  In this episode of Finance Matters, co-host Patty Marbury and Erika Priddy of Finance Outreach and Compliance talk about Coaching, which is an area of their expertise.  Learn what coaching is...

Vulnerability isn't about winning and it's not about losing -- it's about having the courage to show up even when you can't control the outcome.  On this episode, Brandi and Patty are joined by Angela Knobloch and Erika Priddy to discuss Brene Brown's Netflix special "The Call To Courage."  Forbes Magazine recommends viewing Brown's special "immediately."   Whether you have tuned in or if you're j...

We've got two very different guests joining us on today's episode to talk about productivity and workflow:  Jessica Rafter, who works remotely managing our online community, and Mara Hilliar, Executive Assistant to the VP of Finance.  Together we work through strategies we've adopted to keep ourselves organized and productive:  what's worked, modifications we've made, and ideas we'd like to try. ...