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- 8 Ways to Engage Employees and Power-Up Performance During a Recession - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2009 from Roxanne EmmerichIf you've seen the movie Jerry Maguire, you'll remember the scene where Tom Cruise asks Cuba Gooding, Jr., "What can I do for you?" Gooding says, "Show me the money." Many employers think that's the key to employee engagement. But any company that THINKS you have to pour money on employees ...
Views: 1436(6 votes) - Organizational Success: Increase Profits And Increasing Productivity - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2011 from Ioventures IncWhat kind of organization does not want to improve the results it delivers? No matter what kind of organization we belong to, we can all agree that improving results is among our objectives. And there can be several ways of defining and measuring results. In most business organizations, improved ...
Views: 1436(1 vote) - Practice All Question Types to Pass the PMP Exam - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2010 from Cornelius FichtnerAnyone who has sat for the Project Management Professional (PMP) exam knows that studying the PMBOK Guide and having 35 Contact Hours is just not enough. When you talk to them about the PMP Exam, they will tell you it covers a lot of ground and the questions are not as straightforward as one ...
Views: 1434(3 votes) - What You Can Do To Move Up The Corporate Ladder Faster - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2017 from Harper HarmonIf you are hoping to move up from an entry level job or an intermediate position, some hard work and creativity can get you there. Moving up the corporate ladder is feasible and easier if you follow these tips. Build Your Own Personal Brand When people enter your name into search engines, ...
Views: 1434 - The Value of Military Leadership Experience in Turbulent Business Environments - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from James MurphyIn today's turbulent business environments, every leader should be concerned about how well his or her organization executes and how well it adapts to change. Execution has been on the list of top concerns of CEOs for years now. But the turbulent business environments of the past few years ...
Views: 1433(1 vote) - Discipline Can Be Habit Forming - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2012 from Jim Clemmer"Do every day or two something for no other reason than that you would rather not do it, so that when the hour of dire need draws nigh, it may find you not unnerved and untrained to stand the test." — William James, Habit Good and bad habits are tiny daily choices that accumulate. Each choice ...
Views: 1432(1 vote) - Myopia in Leadership Development - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2010 from David NourTypically, our view of leadership development encompasses the escalation of current high performers into an environment where they can develop a broader set of competencies and capabilities. In many organizations, the senior leaders aim to manage the perception of the issues, form coalitions, ...
Views: 1430(3 votes) - 24 Hours In A Day - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2011 from Cindy HartmanWe all have the same amount of time in each day – 24 hours; no more and no less. Why is it, then, that some people can get so much more accomplished than others? It’s called Time Management. But it’s not really managing time; it’s managing the activities that take up your time. Small ...
Views: 1428(1 vote) - 5 Ways to Market Your Home-Based Business - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2017 from Harper HarmonA home-based business offers you the advantage of running a company without an office or rented space. While this approach reduces overhead, it requires more effort to market. The following tips will help you get the word out about your business. Build a Website Most businesses have a web ...
Views: 1428 - In the Workplace, Trust is Fragile - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2011 from Jeb BlountTrust in the workplace is fragile. Companies and their leaders have added to the inherent suspicion people carry for their bosses by using the terms trust, teamwork, and transparency as buzz words. They hire consultants, hold special meetings, or do team-building and trust-building exercises. ...
Views: 1428 - The 10 Pillars of Growing Your People - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2018 from Robert CrutchfieldIt doesn't matter what the occasion, one of the last things anybody wants to see on a box at the store is the phrase “Some assembly required”. Unfortunately for us as leaders, our teams always come with some assembly required, and so do each of the members of our team. As leaders it is ...
Views: 1428 - Retaining Employees After The First Year - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2008 from Pat BrillMost employees start out as a new employee, develop competency in their roles, and then move forward to the expert stage. As you work with employees on development, it can be helpful to look at the stage they are in to appropriately plan with them their career development. Why is employee ...
Views: 1426 - Year End Checklist for Small Businesses - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2010 from Lisa MininniWhen you think of the end of the year, what do you think of? Most small business owners think of taxes. It’s not only a good time to analyze, but also plan ahead for the next year. Since I developed a business blueprint complete with identified metrics, it’s easy to see how I’ve done ...
Views: 1425(6 votes) - Mindfulness for Busy People - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2015 from Pat LaDouceurElizabeth knew that something was wrong at work. She was being interrupted during discussions, ignored in conversations, and excluded from meetings. She didn’t have a clue what it was about, but the stress of not knowing was undermining her confidence. Elizabeth felt confused, ...
Views: 1424 - The Sorry State of Apologies - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Jane CranstonAll of us make mistakes, say things we didn’t mean, forget, or are rude when we may not have intended to be. Experience has taught me most people don’t intentionally harm others but once they do, they’re reluctant, or find it difficult, to take responsibility for the damage. According to ...
Views: 1423(1 vote) - Ending March Madness - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from Jan BolickIt’s amazing the difference a little four letter word can make. The right four letter word. Larry had a situation to tackle. We brainstormed all the possible approaches, weighed the pros and cons, reviewed a cost/benefit analysis and then Larry chose his path. Next he made an action plan and ...
Views: 1422(3 votes) - Signs Of Stress: Mental - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2012 from Rick CarterDo you know the signs of stress? Not just feeling stress. Because waiting until you feel stress is like deciding to fight the enemy after they've come through the gate and over the walls. Your body and your mind let you know that stress is coming. Stress makes your body go into "fight or ...
Views: 1422 - Feedback; It’s a gift, you choose what to do with it……. - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2012 from Martin SmithLet me start this article with a bit of a story (just bear with me here)……... A few years ago we were on holiday with some friends who had a young son and to keep him occupied they had brought along a kit for him to make bracelets. One quiet afternoon he decided to make everyone a friendship ...
Views: 1421 - Increase Your Productivity by Doing Less - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Jane CranstonWho wouldn’t like to get more done in less time, have excess hours and energy to devote to family, hobbies, and rest? If you looked at the actions and habits of the average worker, you would wonder. We seem to be increasing productivity to levels formerly seen as impossible, lengthening our ...
Views: 1421 - Leader May Be The Smartest In The Room, But Is Not Smarter Than The Room - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2014 from Rick CarterA leader knows that he or she may be the smartest person in the room, but isn't smarter than the entire room. Use your team for good ideas. Leaders have a combination of intelligence, charisma, character and experience. These are very difficult to define and even harder to teach. Which is ...
Views: 1421(2 votes) - Business and Family Safety and Health Rating - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2010 from Raj GavurlaFor good reason, practically every endeavor in life is rated. I've seen ratings on who or what's #1 in business, industry, NFL, NBA, MLB, person of the century, athlete of the century, technology, restaurant, university, neighborhood, travel destination, best looking, best movie, best book, etc. ...
Views: 1420(2 votes) - Cut Out Your Sloppy Language When Presenting - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2012 from Gilda BonannoLanguage is a tool that helps you communicate your message to your audience. Sloppy and imprecise language, however, can interfere with your communication. Here are six tips for eliminating sloppy language: 1. Mind your grammar You don't have to be a grammarian to follow basic grammar ...
Views: 1420(2 votes) - Project Execution through Successful Leadership: How to Lead Like a Fighter Pilot - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from James MurphyPracticing successful leadership seems fairly simple - one acquires the positional authority to lead, and does so by influencing or guiding others. But too often, "leaders" assume that just because they've achieved total project execution under their guidance that they deserve the title. To be ...
Views: 1420(1 vote) - Top 10 Benefits of Employee Monitoring Software - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2020 from Travelize Employee TrackingNow a day employee tracking became essential for every organization to keep the track of your day-to-day sales employees. It’s very important to check the employee is spending time on work or not. This way you can increase your productivity. What is Employee Monitoring Software? Employee ...
Views: 1420(1 vote) - Want to Excel? Create A Culture Of Leadership - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2008 from Richard MagidThe legendary football coach Vince Lombardi called the notion of a ‘born leader’ a myth. To Lombardi, success was a matter of passion, commitment, and sacrifice — not genetics. So does this mean that anyone can become a leader? While it is theoretically possible that many people have the ...
Views: 1419 - Ensure Effective Channel Partner Communications Through Channel Partner Management Software - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2013 from Walt RobertsonChannel management marketing has become a buzzword in the business domain these days. Manufacturers are becoming increasingly dependent on channel partners to penetrate the markets even further and expand customer base as it may not be feasible to reach a large number of consumers on their own. ...
Views: 1418 - Recruiting – Asking The Right Questions - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2008 from Pat BrillSomeone has weeded through hundreds of resumes to come up with a short list of candidates that potentially meet the requirements of the position. Now it’s time to interview the candidates. The interviewing process entails several internal and external components, yet there is one aspect of ...
Views: 1417 - Repurposing Employees: How Managers Can Play To Employees’ Strengths - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2008 from Dorian Tenore-Bartilucci“My assistant Sid is making me crazy!” Jim, the Executive Manager, rubbed his temples in exasperation. “The glaring errors in his reports just get worse and worse. It’s been almost seven months since I hired Sid. When is he going to get the hang of this?” I asked, “Have you taken Sid aside ...
Views: 1417 - 7 Steps to Successful Storytelling in Your Presentations - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2012 from Gilda BonannoRelevant and engaging stories can be a compelling part of your presentation – whether you are presenting at a board meeting, an industry conference or an awards banquet. Here are 7 steps to follow to make your storytelling successful: 1. Pick a relevant story. Think about the story from ...
Views: 1416(2 votes) - Steps for Effective Decision Making Process - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2013 from Joshua NyamacheInstead of making it "a loser," make it "a winner." Yes, effective decision making determines the destiny of your life. I know you have many decisions to make in life. Some are tough like, "Should I quit my job to venture into business?" Some are simple like, "Should I log in Facebook to update ...
Views: 1416 - ***Timeless Leadership Principles in a Changing World - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com Articles"There are no new truths, but only truths that have not been recognized by those who have perceived them without noticing. A truth is something that everybody can be shown to know and to have known, as people say, all along." — Mary McCarthy, author and critic I write these words as I sit in ...
Views: 1413(34 votes) - Finding Quality Leadership Skills Training Through Ebooks - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2013 from Ray JandWhenever you are trying to take a step up the corporate ladder, you will find yourself needing to invest in leadership skills training in order to meet the demands of your corporation. Without the proper leadership training, your request for a promotion will certainly be denied, meaning that you ...
Views: 1413 - How To Retain Your Top Sales People - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2008 from Jim KleinA management skill that will reap huge benefits is retaining your top sales people. When you realize 80% of your companies sales volume comes from the top 20% of your sales people you should understand your time and money are best spent on them. Spend your time, money and educational resources ...
Views: 1413 - PROCRASTINATION – COACHING FOR SUCCESS - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2012 from Peter Mackechnie‘Procrastination is the bad habit of putting off until the day after tomorrow what should have been done the day before yesterday.’ Napoleon Hill Procrastination is perhaps one of the biggest issues that business owners and professionals experience on a day-to-day basis. In this article, we ...
Views: 1413 - The Importance of the Unreasonable Man - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Geoff FickeAlmost every person in the world takes a certain pride in being a reasonable person. They will make prudent choices based on their background and attitudes. The safe decision minimizes the chances of being wrong. No one likes to be wrong. The safe decision, however, carries little upside ...
Views: 1413(1 vote) - Paying For Performance – Does It Work? - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2013 from Tracey FieberIf your company has problems motiving its employees to reach financial or managerial goals, perhaps you need to take another look at just how you’re compensating your team. For companies who pay flat hourly wages or salaries, is there an incentive in place that makes your employees want to go ...
Views: 1412(3 votes) - 5 Steps to Evaluate Content Management System - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2012 from jammy sharmaContent Management System, the name itself discloses the meaning and function of the term. CMS is a system that takes care of the entire content posted on the website. Right from publishing to editing, Content Management System works well on different stages. There are many Content Management ...
Views: 1411(2 votes) - Leading Yourself Out of Recession - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2010 from Willie HortonI simply don't know how many clients have said to me, over the last few months, that they crave leadership. The current global economic has found national and international leaders wanting. Governments have often scrambled, like headless chickens, to implement sticky-plaster solutions to a mess ...
Views: 1411(3 votes) - THE NEW ART OF INTERVIEWING - The Attitude of Discernment - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from William MillerEffective hiring depends upon effective interviewers – people who know what they’re doing and who approach the interview with a sense of importance and humility. A humble attitude is crucial for discernment and good judgment. The best example I can give you illustrating the right attitude for ...
Views: 1411 - Your Conflict Handling Toolbox - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2013 from Jane CranstonConstructive conflict is an essential part of any team, group, or partnership dynamic. If people do not disagree or come to the table with a variety of perspectives and their unique set of values, battles would eschew, new ideas would not flourish, and creativity would be stifled. When ...
Views: 1411 - ***Weak Leaders Try to Use Money as a Motivator - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com Articles"Managers tend to use compensation as a crutch. After all, it is far easier to design an incentive system that will do management's work than it is to articulate a direction persuasively, develop agreement about goals and problems, and confront difficulties when they arise." — Michael Beer, ...
Views: 1409(4 votes) - Can I Make Mistakes With Employees? - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2008 from Pat BrillWhat's one question that all managers face in managing employees: …can I make mistakes with my employees and still be effective in managing them? Note: Some mistakes are illegal…become familiar with the federal and state employment laws. The mistakes I’m talking about are human in ...
Views: 1409 - Global Time Zone Support Field Services Management Software - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2017 from Adroit Valuation Aashna Aneja AnejaField Force Tracker is web based with to access mobility field service management software that manages scheduling and dispatching for every aspect of your field jobs service business. We provide real tracking for employee job scheduling and client information, through to inventory and billing ...
Views: 1408(2 votes) - Time Mastery - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Liz UramIf you could reduce your staff’s wasted time by just five minutes every hour, productivity would jump 8.3 percent. Efficiency levels would also rise as staff members began to devote more time to completing critical tasks. The advantages of efficient time management go beyond squeezing more ...
Views: 1407 - How You Can Use Storytelling To Inspire Success - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2008 from Andrew RondeauRemember the times you have been a member of an audience. It could be on a course, at a team meeting or on a night out. Which ones do you remember? The really great ones and, maybe the really bad ones. Why? It may be because you remember the presenters / speakers being dynamic, engaging, and ...
Views: 1406 - 20 Little Leadership Tips for Big Time Success - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2015 from Tracey OsborneToday, I want to make things easy for you. (Actually, I want to make things easy for you everyday. That’s my job!) I know how much you must have going on right now, so I’m sharing 20 easy-to-swallow tips for leading your business to success in 2016. 1. Never stop learning and investing in ...
Views: 1404(2 votes) - Invent the Future to Build a Better One for Yourself by Establishing Your Own Successful Business - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2013 from Donald MitchellMany people dream of having their own successful business. Such dreams are much more likely to be filled with visions of innovative solutions for common problems that negatively affect and annoy people than with plans for effectively leading exercise classes, refilling vending machines, or ...
Views: 1400(1 vote) - 10 Ways for Managers to Prepare for Interviewing a Job Candidate - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2010 from Alvah ParkerMany attorneys and other business owners start interviewing people for a job without clearly understanding what kind of person would best fit into the organization. Hiring is often done out of desperation. The attorney or business owner has a large amount of work to complete and knows he/she ...
Views: 1398(4 votes) - Free Your Company to Do More - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2012 from Donald MitchellMany organizations seek to accomplish their purposes with so little effectiveness that it's as if they were literally chained to the past and to procrastination. Yet when away from work, and doing something they love, many of the same people act more like forces of nature... moving themselves ...
Views: 1396(2 votes) - Is Your Management Causing Employee Issues and Slow Business Growth? - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Tony KubicaCould your management team be creating unnecessary employee issues that are leading to: . Low employee engagement . Low employee morale . Poor productivity . Poor customer service . The need for voluminous policy and procedure manuals to ensure that the manager follows the rules, ...
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