AFLA Conference Archives-Get What You Want with What You've Got

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Chris Houlihan from GM introduced the keynote speaker, Christine Cashen, an acclaimed speaker with over 20 years of experience, who shared strategies for improving work-life balance. Cashen used humor to discuss common workplace challenges, like dealing with difficult people and managing stress. She encouraged the audience to focus on things within their control rather than complaining about uncontrollable situations. Cashen emphasized the importance of understanding different personality types—such as the 'who,' 'why,' 'what,' and 'how' people—and communicating in their respective styles. Additionally, she advocated for reducing reliance on technology, urging the audience to be present in their interactions. Cashen proposed a simple mechanism for maintaining a positive attitude through what she called the "two-hour good mood commitment," suggesting that what you say can influence your mindset. She also introduced the concept of 'Boogie,' which stands for "Be outstanding or get involved elsewhere," to inspire people to be engaged and proactive in their roles. Overall, Cashen's presentation was a mix of practical advice and comedic insights aimed at enhancing productivity and personal fulfillment in daily life.

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Christine Cashen

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Location San Diego, CA

Year 2016

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Christine Cashen

work-life balance

workplace challenges

personality types

communication styles

technology reduction

positive attitude

Boogie concept

productivity

San Diego, CA

2016