Have you heard people say that if not for customers, work will be a lot smoother? They ask questions for which the answers are so obvious. Or they can find the answers if they will just read the instructions that are provided with the product. They just have to call and ask all kinds of ... Views: 953
Leo, you own and manage one of the most read blogs on the internet, www.zenhabits.net
However, I would like to start at the beginning, if I can, tell us how you career started?
My career as a blogger started in January this year (2007) when I decided to do a blog about some of the things I've ... Views: 1641
It has been said, "If you give, you shall receive". This saying is often used to refer to giving of your time, your effort, your money or other material things before you can reasonably expect to receive any of these things from others. All of these things can be very valuable, but one of the ... Views: 548
The problems and Solutions of Procrastination!
Did you read this immediately or leave it until another day?
We all suffer from procrastination at some time in our life.
Some of the problems and solutions are detailed below.
Problem:
People procrastinate because many are paralysed with fear ... Views: 786
Can you really find a career you love? Is it really possible to wake up on a Monday morning and WANT to go to work?
If you believe the results of a recent 2007 survey by US based "The Conference Board Inc." it's not very likely. The survey revealed that more than 50% of the workforce is ... Views: 4003
Is there anything more terrifying than facing an audience of strangers and knowing you have to deliver an entertaining and informative speech?
OK, some people thrive on this type of challenge! But the vast majority of us are at least a little nervous every time we have to speak publicly. In ... Views: 921
It doesn't matter where you work, at some point all organizations have employees who develop negative attitudes. The reasons can stem from stress, trauma, being overworked, being underpaid, personal problems at home, etc. Negativity is like a cancer, and can spread to even the most positive ... Views: 1031
Be an Effective Manager and Tell Them
To have a successful career in any company you must know how to build relationships. In addition, one of the most important relationships is between the manager and their direct reports. The strength of this relationship can have a direct result on the ... Views: 1112
The success of an organisation does not solely depend on management but on the work of its staff as well. An employee that enjoys his or her position and feels rewarded by their efforts will ultimately be the most successful in their careers and the most beneficial to the company.
There is ... Views: 775
What A Nuisance - Another Difficult Customer
Want a great career - then you need to know how to deal with difficult customers.
During your career as a manager, you will have to deal with a number of difficult customers. Those customers who are unhappy with the service you and your staff ... Views: 1054
It’s simple but do you have it?
If you want to succeed – you gotta have it!
How many people do you know that say they hate their job or their boss or the environment they work in? However, a work environment doesn't have to be dull and oppressive. Employees don't have to feel like ... Views: 1112
Be an Effective Manager and Tell Them
To have a successful career in any company you must know how to build relationships.
And the most important relationship is between the manager and their direct reports. The strength of this relationship can have a direct result on the success of a team. ... Views: 3781
57% of Managers Time is Spent Dealing With Difficult Staff.
Announcing Ways To Deal With Difficult Staff.
As a manager, how do you deal with difficult staff?
How much of your management time is spent unwisely with difficult staff?
Would you like to know the secrets of easily managing your ... Views: 5402
How To Be A More Motivational Manager.
Would you like to know the secrets of motivating your staff? Of course you would. I mean, who wouldn't?
Well this is what it takes.
It may appear that all great motivational managers know the secrets to improving an employees performance. But what these ... Views: 781
How To Be A More Successful Manager
Would you like to be more successful manager? Of course you would. I mean, who wouldn't?
Well listen up, because I'm going to tell you what it takes.
Successful management requires:
* learning how to assert yourself
* listening to others
* resolving ... Views: 1300