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Span of Control means the number of subordinates that can be managed efficiently and effectively by a superior in an organization. It suggests how the relations are designed between a superior and a subordinate in an organization. Span of control is of two types: n n Narrow span of control: Narrow Span of control means a single manager or supervisor oversees few subordinates. This gives rise to a tall organizational structure.n Wide span of control: Wide span of control means

For many people, there are not enough hours in the day. With full schedules, there are daily problems that will occur and will need immediate attention. This means that other tasks will have to be put to the side. Impromptu meetings, employee absences, employee issues, and other situations can ...

What are the objectives in managing people? This is the starting point for any new Manager or Supervisor. In people management, what are the goals? How will you know when they you been successful? In people management, as with every other endeavour, a clear susses vision will set you on a definite path to success. People management is a complex role and there are many different competencies and skills required. The new Manager or Supervisor will have a much higher chance of s

Management information system is an integrated set of component or entities that interact to achieve a particulars function, objective or goal. Therefore it is a computer based system that provides information for decisions making on planning, organizing and controlling the operation of the sub-system of the firm and provides a synergistic organization in the process.n nThe component of an information system includes. a hardware which is used for input/output process and stor

ACHIEVING EXCELLENCE THROUGH TOTAL COMMITMENT Excellence is an excellent word and excellent companies strive for achieving it. Many factors contribute to the excellence of companies chief among them is employee’s commitment. Without commitment no company can think of achieving excellence. ...

For effective communication, check your messages for the 3 C’s – clear, concise, consistent. It is a waste of time to speak to an audience whose eyes are glazing over because they are overwhelmed with the amount and flow of information you are providing and meaningless to write communications that no one reads because the receiver has lost interest before you get to the point. One of the quickest ways to lose trust is by withholding information or by being inconsistent with your communications.

We all have them. Those annoying, manipulative backstabbing colleagues. We normally label them as the 'office psychopath'. Male, female, it doesn't matter. In fact, Dr John Clarke, a lecturer at the Continuing Education Center at the University of Sydney and the author of two books on psychopaths says that 1-3 per cent of adult males are psychopaths, but less tha 1 per cent of women - meaning perhaps 100,000 are working in a city like Melbou e. That's a hell of a lot of annoy

Theoretical scope nnMary Parker Follett (1868–1933), who wrote on the topic in the early twentieth century, defined management as "the art of getting things done through people". One can also think of management functionally, as the action of measuring a quantity on a regular basis and of adjusting some initial plan; or as the actions taken to reach one's intended goal. This applies even in situations where planning does not take place. From this perspective, Frenchman Henr

Management Development is best described as the process from which managers learn and improve their skills not only to benefit themselves but also their employing organisations.[1]nnIn organisational development (OD), the effectiveness of management is recognised as one of the determinants of organisational success. Therefore, investment in management development can have a direct economic benefit to the organisation.nnManagers are exposed to learning opportunities whilst doi

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When rules of a game change the player’s strategies and actions must also change so as to win in that game. The same goes for business. On the eve of the 21st century the nature of doing business has tremendously changed. Global competition, characteriest by networks that bind countries, the ...

Effective task management is essential to completing any project successfully whether working solo or with a team. There are several tools available with many features that make the task management process much more efficient and convenient for individuals and teams.nn1. Daily Task PlanningnAt the end of the work day, take the time to review the day's accomplishments, cross them off of your list and plan your work for the next day.nn2. Identify TasksnIt's helpful to periodica

As a teacher, you have to perform many roles: instructor, coach, role model, advisor, and ally. None of these roles are effective if you aren’t also the peacekeeper.nn Keeping the peace in your classroom creates a climate that promotes risk-taking and ensures that everyone is able to perform at his/her highest ability. But in a given day, there are many obstacles which may prevent your classroom from being peaceful.nn Classroom confusion, student bullying, and defiance of a

Yes, money can be a key measure of success! Barely a news bulletin goes by without more financial bad news or job losses. With so many negative issues of money in the news these days, it is not surprising that you are seriously worried about your financial future and the affect it may have on ...

Every month the calendar seems to serve up a special occasion or holiday that provides a good excuse for eating a fantastic meal. After a big helping of caloric overload you may begin to strategize how to make up for it. Diet fads are constantly the rage. Consumers voraciously devour the ...

Teachers have many things to think about; but an important aspect of the job is to create a positive learning environment. Here are a few tips on how to make sure your classroom is all it can be. When your students walk into your classroom at the beginning of the year (and every day thereafter), what do they see and feel? More directly, are you setting the tone for a positive learning environment?

Do you want to be a wise man? It is true that being wise is a blessing, but have you ever asked yourself what is the true meaning of wisdom? If you’re like me, I always pictured a wise man as a very old man with white hair and a long white beard - a pensive man of few words who offered ...

We've all heard it, “negativity spreads like wildfire” or “one bad apple spoils the whole bunch.” Most of us realize that a negative persons behavior spreads much more quickly than a person with a positive attitude, but very few people understand the mechanics of the process. Why is this so? How does it work? The process is quite simple really. There is one major reason why negativity spreads faster than anything else, one primary reason why when you get the proverbial “one bad apple”, you often wind up with two, than three and so on.

If you only had $300 a month to spend on groceries for a family of four, could you do it? Maybe you would need more than $300, but this guide to eating on $300 a month will show you the basics so you will know how to add on if necessary. Whatever your reason for having a tight budget, the truth is that going to the grocery store without a shopping list and a plan is a BIG budget breaker and unhealthy to boot. You need to understand the overall strategy, write your list, then

Analysis of a company’s strategy is a must, markets are changing and so are trends, the organisation will have to modify their strategy so as to maximise their gains. The analysis of a business strategy is a lengthy process and it contains a lot of steps. Though it is tedious, it is thorough and in-depth so that the organisation can know accurately what they need to modify or enhance so that they can perform more efficiently. Analysing the business strategy basically shows

In the quest for achieving greater competitiveness and market share businesses use all sorts of strategies to win and defeat their competitors. These approaches may be classified into two categories. The first category is based on ethical practices. This include using innovation, better ...

In modern day business scenario the business always try to diversify their resources into profitable areas; accordingly the progression plans are chalked out. The risk at any step of business progression means pitfalls and losses. In order to avoid the failure often these business managements seek the help of management consulting professionals to put the things in place. Management consulting firms specialise in all methodologies involved in business, namely: change manageme

According to some research studies, the number one reason why managers and executives find themselves with a stalled or underperforming career is a lack of interpersonal skills. This might seem surprising, given the amount of training and attention given to technical skills and business ...

Leadership is back in fashion. Of course, it never truly disappears from the front line of management. But when the Harvard Business Review devotes a whole issue to the subject, it’s clear that leadership has passed into the conspicuous phase of its attention cycle. That isn’t surprising. The horrendous cases such as Enron, WorldCom, Tyco, Ahold, Hollinger, Parmalat and the Wall Street investment bank scandals that have burst into the headlines plainly share a common fact

Communication woes plague professionals across the board: Supervisors reprimand you in front of others. Coworkers tactlessly reject your ideas. Clients lash out at people to get what they want.n nRather than pushing back, getting even, or seething in silence, you can gain control of the situation and diplomatically deal with unkind people and behavior. The solution is called Verbal Aikido, and it’s a communications technique that won’t get you fired. nnAikido is a Japanes

As human beings, this question is never far from the center of our minds, especially when faced with challenges. In the face of diversity, it is natural to question our existence. Life can seem senseless at times given the confusion about the meaning of many of life’s experiences. Consequently, there is an ongoing attempt to make sense of it all by many, including me. It is my contention, as it is many others, that we are spiritual beings manifested on earth for the purpose of having human experiences.

“When you throw dirt, you lose ground.” – Texas Proverb Nothing tears down relationships, teamwork, effectiveness, and productivity like the office rumor mill and gossip. Some refer to this as water cooler chit chat. There are certain type individuals that will go straight to the source to handle a breakdown, and then there are others who will complain and whine to everyone but the person they have a grievance with. The problem is not that these breakdowns occur; the pr

In my last article, "What's the Difference betwee Empowering and Enabling?" we laid out the story of "Jeff" and the line at his door, everyday. And, everyday, Jeff was working until way into the evening while his people left at 5 or 5:30 and waved goodbye to Jeff. Imagine how that must feel?

A common cause of frustration in communicating with others is the difference between logical and values-based decision makers. Logical decision makers (like Mr Spock in the original Star Trek series) need sound reasoning to be the basis of their well thought through decisions. They remain distant from the impact of their decisions and take a helicopter view of the situation. It makes sense to them that each topic and decision is treated as a black box with inputs and outputs. Events create data which is then fed into the black box for the decision making process.

Thanks to internet for revolutionizing the entire face of social interaction, research and business! All wholesalers now operate an online store, have maintained a complete and comprehensive product catalogue, ensure secure online payment and employ such order placement methods which facilitates retailers in buying goods online. Though many retailers now make online purchase but a great number of them still stick to the traditional methods of purchasing as they don’t want t

Don’t you get a little weary listening to all the experts trumpeting, then droning on-and-on that ‘it’s all about relationships’. It troubles me since no one has taken time to analyze what it takes in developing quality long-term relationships. It’s important because all of us in one degree or ...

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementation have changed the work landscape in IT organisations. ERP implementation basically takes into account people and technology. An ERP package monitors the work flow of the entire organisation and it also connects the people from each other. Earlier only big multinational companies preferred to go for ERP implementation due to high costs involved. Now most of the companies opt for ERP package implementation to gain the competitive

One of the most important things a manager can do to set healthyboundaries in the office is to define a dress code. It's morecritical today than ever before. Young men today show up for jobinterviews wearing shorts and muscle shirts. Others look likethey just crawled out of bed wearing baggy jeans pulled down toreveal their boxer shorts, baseball cap turned sideways andthree-day stubble. Young women show up wearing mini skirts as ifthey just came from a nightclub. Others wear

dradalat@gmail.com MINA MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE-MALAYSIA Leadership is a great quality and every great organizational success besides other factors owes its credit to the leader who led it to glory. Small groups, families, organizations, states, empires and even the world at large need good ...

Do you dread public speaking? Do you avoid situations where you might have to stand up in front of others? You are not alone. Research once found that people feared public speaking even more than death! If like many people, you are filled with apprehension about presenting to groups, you can turn this around. Here are three steps to help you on your way to being a confident, successful presenter: Step 1: Tune in to WII FM Radio You will be presenting to a group of people. Why should they listen to you? They will be thinking:"Whats In It For Me?" Put yourself in their shoes.

If you have a team of managers, explain why this is the best solution for your company's needs. Perhaps you have multiple departments to manage and you need to create a hierarchy within the company. Consider the strengths and weaknesses of each individual on your team and convince investors that each person is going to be able to carry their weight and move the company forward towards its goals. What will your management team look like. It's extremely important that you analy

One reason many people go into business for themselves is that they have a strong independent streak and want to do things their way (or, is that just me?). However, that drive for independence can also be a detriment. One of the downfalls of being a solo entrepreneur can be not having other people to bounce your ideas off. If you are like me, you have a strong sense of independence but you also thrive in an environment where you have other people to share your ideas with. Collaborating with your peers can help take your business to a new level.

Adapted from Effective Delegation Skills for Managers: Five Steps to Maximize Your Time & Employee Resources! by Joy HubernnMost of the personnel managers I know complain about disastrous results when they attempt delegating. I frequently hear, “I might as well just do it myself. But it’s not a good use of my time!” If you implement the five simple tips in this article I assure you enormous strides will be made in your effectiveness when delegating. nnMany people don’

Several of my coaching clients have requested support with either time management or work life balance When we have a discovery conversation on their challenge there is generally much more to discuss on the topic of insufficient delegation. They're keeping excessive responsibilities, authority and duty to their and their company's detriment. Consequently they under perform at their own level. They hold themselves back or suffer from a lack of balance in their lives with too many hours at work.

Myth #1 - Every conflict can be resolved. When I conduct a conflict resolution seminar, I ask my class whether they believe that every conflict can be resolved, and a show of hands usually indicates that most of them think there is always a way to resolve the problem. Perhaps they only vote this way because it seems like the right answer, but they are always shocked when I prove to them that not every disagreement can be resolved. The reason that not every conflict can be r

LAYOFF FEARS QUESTION I am nervous about today’s financial challenges. I think my company is going to start layoffs soon. There are lots of meetings and whispering going on among executives. I can’t afford to get laid off right now because my husband hasn’t been getting consistent work, so there is a lot of pressure on me to keep up with our bills. Do you think there is anything I can do to avoid being laid off if my company is considering it? ANSWER Yes! There are several things you can do that will help to avoid getting laid off.

When you meet someone for the first time in a business setting, you may only have one chance to make a connection that lasts. So how can you make the most of the opportunity? Here are three steps to help you make a good impression and build strong business relationships. Use these to make better connections in your personal life as well. Step 1: Connect using Language Research in NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) shows that we communicate with others on a subconscious level. What is your predominant style of communicating? Visual You think in pictures.

If you are a manager, strong workplace relationships built on good communication will help you achieve success. Here are three practical steps you can take to make you a better communicator at work. We all know people who seem to be natural communicators at work. They communicate confidently and well with others. People respect them and help them achieve their goals. So what is their secret? Is it possible to become a better one-to-one communicator if it doesn't come naturally? Most definitely! I have seen people transform into great communicators, once they set their mind to it.

Wait a minute before you start with that project. Did you take time to evaluate its strengths and weaknesses? Did you check to see if there are any opportunities you can take advantage of or if there are any threats that you should steer clear of? If you haven’t, then you might as well be initiating this project with your eyes closed. So what can you do to avoid running head on to a disaster with your project? There is one simple technique you can use to identify all the st

Hats off to James Allen. In his book “As a Man Thinketh,” Allen wrote a phrase that I consider to be the grounding principle for anyone who wants to transform his reality and achieve great success. Here is what he said: "A man can only rise, conquer, and achieve by lifting up his thoughts. He ...

A number of years ago, Holiday Inn built an advertising campaign around the sloga "The best surprise is NO surprise!" That slogan would also make good advice today to managers when it comes to giving performance reviews. Few managers enjoy giving performance reviews. Why? There seems to be ...

In management coaching, we can assume that individuals will learn in a very definite way. For example, a Manager may assume that if you tell them, people will learn; others will say that it is better to show them, and then they will learn. Managers think this because that has been their own experience. However, a simple fact of life is that not everyone is like them! In fact, as a rough guide, you can assume that only 20 per cent of the population are like you, and the other

Years ago, when I was on the road as a sales executive, I worked for a company where the sales manager loved having what he called an 'emergency' business meeting.Sometimes he would call on a Friday afte oon telling me that I had to attend so to get to this crazy business meeting, I had to drive for quite some time just to get there. When I got there, more often than not his meeting agenda would be about stuff that could have waited till Monday morning or even a simple phone

Have you ever set a goal, or had one set for you, and you really believed deep down that you couldn't do it? What happened? You were right weren't you? Conversely have you ever had a goal where you knew for sure that this was a piece of cake? Yes, and you were right again, weren't you? Each News Year some of you will set "Resolutions" that you will; improve business revenue, rnhave a better sales quarter, rncut costs; spend more time with staff and less on paperwork; go to the gym, rnlose weight, rnstop smoking; drink more (water) and so on....