WICT GREATER OHIO INSIDE LOOK Volume 2 | May 2020

Jeannette Richardson President WICT Greater Ohio

Wellness Month - Self Care It is my hope that each of you have found some form of normalcy as you made the necessary adjustments to adapt to new ways of doing things, like conducting team meetings virtually, online shopping and connecting with family, friends and co-workers through video-chats.   Before moving forward, I want to thank our chapter board members for all the work they’ve done to keep our members engaged and connected through planned activities, the promotion of WICT educational tools and resources, finalizing our 2020 WICTGO Mentorship program and a host of exciting webinars. Thank you for all that you do!   In our April newsletter, we spoke about being resilient during turbulent times. I hope that you had a chance to reflect on how you handled challenges in the past, which helped you to accomplish your short and long-term goals, thus propelling you to your destiny in the future.   This month, our newsletter focuses on the importance of self-care and the importance of you! Your needs are just as important as the needs of those that you support and care for. We want you to know that it is okay to take time to care for you. It is our nature to care for others and our communities while we help others to manage through the crisis, always continuing the charge. As we care for others, it is vital that we remember to seek the same care for ourselves. After all, Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs suggests that survival, safety and a sense of belonging describe the pattern through which human motivations generally move. This means that in order for motivation to arise at the next stage, each stage must be satisfied within the individual, therefore…it is ok to recharge when needed.   Three areas of self-care to focus on: Relational: Make time to connect with others, alleviate isolation Inner-Self Care – Emotional Well-being: Praise yourself when you do something awesome! Start a journal to capture your journey; capture current times for future reflection.  Laugh; take the pressure off yourself.  Find some time for meditation. Learn mindfulness or connect with a spiritual practice that you relate to.  Physical: Reestablish a new routine.  Take a long walk.  Get plenty of rest.  Drink plenty of water.  This month’s highlights include information you can use to enhance your self-care regimen, such as eating right, acupressure, developing a self-care plan that will strengthen your mind, body and soul. We also want to take a moment to acknowledge Memorial Day and those that made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms. Lastly, get to know your WICT GO Board Members, this month, we introduce you to Deidra Bartlett, WICTGO Chapter Director at Large.   We will continue to offer developmental opportunities through WICT Global like free online development webinars offered to both members and non-members.   I hope that you find our May newsletter engaging and accept our challenge to be selfish for a DAY, and take the time to self-care for YOU!   Kind Regards, Jeannette Richardson 2020 WICT Greater Ohio

Each year at this time, we pay tribute to the heroes who have paid the ultimate sacrifice while answering our country's call to arms. Memorial Day is an opportunity for Americans across the country to honor all of the patriots who have fought and died to preserve the freedoms we cherish. We also take the time to grieve with families who have lost loved ones too soon. From the founding of this country to present day, these generations of patriots are the embodiment of honor, valor and loyalty. For many of us, this holiday holds a special place in our hearts. This Memorial Day, we encourage you to take a moment to remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice, and the equally brave families they left behind. We wish you and your family the best as we honor the service and sacrifice of America’s heroes. Here are some ways you can properly observe Memorial Day: Visit cemeteries and place flowers and flags on the graves of fallen heroes Visit memorials dedicated to veterans Fly the flag at half-staff until noon Pause at 3:00 p.m. for the National Moment of Remembrance Write letters to disabled or wounded veterans and thank them for their service

Get to know your WICT GO Board Members Diedra Bartlett Director At Large WICT Greater Ohio Describe your role & what you love about it.   As the Human Resources Director for Field Operations in Columbus, Ohio, I am afforded the opportunity each day to lead, service and support over 1,000 employees. Understanding both the goals and expectation of the company as well as the needs of the employee, helps me as a leader, not only to the workforce and my team, but the customers and communities in which we serve.   How have other women inspired you or helped shape your career?   I am inspired daily by so many great people and have had the opportunity to work with, and for, some of the most inspirational female leaders within and outside of the industry. Specifically, HR leaders and peers, as well as those in Field Operations and Customer Care.    What is something that most people don’t know about you?  This is a great question…although it really is no secret, I am an avid basketball fan. My father was a huge LA Lakers fan, and although at the time I felt obligated to watch with him, this created great memories and bonding for me and him. Little did I know my future husband would be just as passionate about the sport and share in the enthusiasm of the game with me. My adult sons both played through high school and college, and one has gone on to play professionally.   Why do you think WICT is important?   WICT has been instrumental in my development as a female leader and provided great networking opportunities with other industry professionals. It has also allowed me to influence and mentor rising females in the industry.   Where do you hope to see the WICT GO chapter accomplish this year?   I’ve had the opportunity to be a part of the development and growth of WICT Greater Ohio chapter over the past 12 years. The chapter is flourishing and each year I am in awe of what the current leadership has been able to accomplish. The chapter is ever evolving and I am excited about the direction in which we are headed.

Eating RIGHT During Difficult Times   So, what’s been on the menu? Maybe you’ve indulged in some ice cream, supported your local businesses with lots of takeout or just pulled together whatever is in your pantry.   Stressful and boring times can lead to an endless snacking binge! Now I’m not saying snacking is a no-no, but it might be time to revamp our routine and use this time at home to set healthy habits.   Our health is wealth and keeping our immune systems strong and healthy is more important than ever! Be mindful of what you are choosing to fuel and arm your bodies!   Here are some additional articles to help practice healthy habits: How to stop overeating and avoid weight gain in self-quarantine Eating during COVID-19: Improve your mood and lower stress

Tip #1 : If you are a creature of habit and routine – do just that – Create A Routine. Tip #2 : Snack Smart! Tip #3 : Protein-a-plenty! Tip #4 : Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate!

Developing a Self-Care Plan During these uncertain times, we can all take time to review and build a self-care plan for ourselves. By taking care of yourself and looking into the areas of self-improving, this plan can help you. Here are some tips: Go for a walk on your break Set time schedules for TV, Emails, Social Media Meet with your circle of friends or family Set time to spend with your spouse and children Meditation

Acupressure Routines to Help Reduce Stress Source:  https://coveteur.com/2020/04/21/at-home-acupressure-routines/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=April%2022

During this uncertain time, many of us are facing new challenges such as working remotely or having to self-quarantine. Just like this Forbes article reminds us, while we cannot completely control what is happening during this pandemic, we can look for opportunities to engage our communities in positive ways.  To help you with this effort, for the next few weeks, WICT’s Online Learning Library is open to everyone. We encourage you to share the library with members and non-members in your community.

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Information and Guidance For information and guidance during this time please refer to information from the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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What's coming this month: Virtual Webinar May 21st - Self-Care Wellness WICT GO Girl Virtual Walk May 23rd to 24th Virtual Webinar May 28th - Self-Care Budgeting and Saving The month of June we will be talking about Financial Wealth.

Update: The WICT Greater Ohio Women's History Celebration is currently postponed until further notice. We will provide more information as soon as possible.

Culture Shock: Surviving Five Generations in One Workplace – Dr Joanna Massey – Tuesday May 19 th 12pm PST/3pm EST Learn insider secrets on how to best communicate within the multi-generational world to thrive within your work environment Register Here

How to Build Relationships in Business – Ivy Slater – Monday May 28 th 12PST/3pmEST  Her website is https://slatersuccess.com/ and her book can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Barre-Boardroom-Choreographing-Authentic-Relationships-ebook/dp/B07NL2CDDC Register Here