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- Now Moments, Part 1 - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2010 from Tiger Todd"Life is a succession of moments. To live each one is to succeed." - Corita Kent Is today's business environment wearing you out, making you wish you had never risked so much to start up or remain in your business? While going to work for someone else in an undemanding, unchallenging, yet ...
Views: 1591(2 votes) - Hiring, Promotion, Raises - The Three Decisive Factors - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Alan SkloverACTUAL CASE HISTORY: InterActive Corporation is an internet giant, often mentioned in the same breath as Google, Ebay and Amazon.com. It's headquartered in New York City, has over $2 billion in annual revenue, and represents a stock market capitalization in excess of $16 billion (Nasdaq stock ...
Views: 1588 - Business and Emotions. - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from Ton de GraafJust watched the October 19th special event, filmed live at the Apple campus in Cupertino, California where Apple celebrated Steve’s life. What a legacy that man leaves behind, just awesome. From a business and executive coach’s perspective (yep, that’s me) a few thoughts: Only great ...
Views: 1587 - Why Using I-AM, is a Game-Changer - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2013 from Hal Wechsler“Why Using, “I-AM”, is a Game-Changer!” Remember this? “I-Am-What-I-Am, and That’s All That I-Am, I’m Popeye-The Sailor Man. I’m Strong at The Finish, Cause I Eats Me Spinach. I’m Popeye-The-Sailor-Man.” [Repeat the Lyrics] “I-am-what-I-am, and that’s all that I-am. I’m ...
Views: 1587(1 vote) - How to be a Leader who holds others Accountable - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2014 from Leslie CunninghamI have received many questions from business owners and leaders about how to hold others accountable so that you can lead your team to achieve extraordinary results. In the upcoming weeks I will be sharing six lessons I’ve learned about being a leader who powerfully holds others ...
Views: 1586 - STEP-BY-STEP - An Ancient Chinese Proverb - by Submitted on May 02, 2018 from Harry KarmeliAn ancient Chinese proverb says that “the longest journey begins with a single step,” and it’s true. Sometimes the greatest obstacle to attaining your goals is just getting started. “Lao-tzu” was an ancient Chinese philosopher who observed that even ...
Views: 1586(1 vote) - Stress Management and Exercise - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2013 from Grahak CunninghamStress Management and Exercise We have all come home from a run or the gym and felt the benefits, both physical and mental. Sweating out the problems of the day, we can feel pleased with ourselves and leave the worries and problems of everyday life behind. Something about it invokes a ...
Views: 1583(2 votes) - Five Reasons Why Recruiters Love Digital Interviews - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2012 from Resalin RagoFace-to-face interviews are going the way of written letters and postcards. Although it’s one of the last business tools to be perfected by the web, video interviews are taking the place of an antiquated, time-consuming face-to-face interview process. Video interviews increase accuracy, give ...
Views: 1578 - Why Students and New Graduates Should Consider a Career in Technology - by Submitted on May 08, 2012 from Linda Le PhanIf you are a student or have recently graduated and are considering all of your options, you should consider a career in technology. Students and recent graduates who enter the field of technology have a choice in employment opportunities. In addition, students and recent graduates can also ...
Views: 1577 - Strategic Planning Consultant Offers Services That You Need for Company Growth - by Submitted on May 24, 2012 from Claire BurnsConsultants for strategic planning aren't created equal and when you're out looking for the best strategic planning consultant, you want someone who offers a wide range of consulting services. When you go with a firm that has a short list of services, you might get what you really want from them ...
Views: 1576 - ***6 Tips for Leading Your Team to Top Performance - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2014 from Tracey FieberAt the core of every successful company is a high-effective team. As a business leader, one of your main responsibilities is working with your employees and getting them motivated and able to accomplish the goals that you’ve set out for them. This isn’t a process that’s set in stone, and as such ...
Views: 1575 - Meaningful Connections in Everyday Life - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Jenny ShihI recently left my full-time corporate job to follow my heart and join the ranks of the self-employed, turning my coaching practice into a full-time venture. During my final weeks in the office, I remembered how important it is to truly connect with other people. As word got around that I was ...
Views: 1573(13 votes) - Getting Fired In Voicemail - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2010 from Gregg GregoryWhat's the effect on the rest of the team? A couple of years ago I heard from a colleague that he had been fired in voice mail. After asking him about this he told me that neither his immediate supervisor nor his second level supervisor had spoken with him about his productivity and yet this is ...
Views: 1571 - Key Elements that Will Effectively Motivate Your Employees - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2012 from Lincoln DavisEvery company needs a good rewards system. Whether you’re overseeing hundreds of employees or are managing only a handful of workers, having a rewards system is crucial to keep those people under you happy and satisfied. For one, disgruntled workers have lower productivity rates and are usually ...
Views: 1568 - Getting Great Employees for Less Money - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2011 from Jane CranstonIt’s just a fact of work life -- not everyone has the same amount of dollars to invest in opportunities or challenges. In today’s economic environment the numbers with less is accelerating and even those with resources appear to be hesitant to spend. This is true especially when it comes to the ...
Views: 1565 - How to Execute a New Business Strategy Successfully - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2014 from Tracey FieberStrategic planning is a process not an event. A key element in the process is the engagement of all levels of staff throughout the organization. Staff engagement generates additional input and helps build their commitment to the end plan. It is essential to involve employees in the planning of ...
Views: 1565 - I Hate My Job... - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from John GrubbsI HATE MY JOB… By John Grubbs …as a supervisor and there is nothing I can really do about it. I accepted this promotion to supervisor because I need to improve things for my family. I can’t stand confrontation and don’t like dealing with other people’s problems. I don’t really know what I ...
Views: 1560 - Acne and Your Career - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Shane NolanDo you have an Acne problem and do you believe it is possible this may be affecting your career advancement or promotion in your chosen career field? When you consider how society has become infatuated with image and beauty, you should not be surprised to learn that the negative perceptions of ...
Views: 1558 - Why can effective office storage improve productivity - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2011 from K QuinnTypically businesses will create lots of paperwork, and keeping that under control can be a big job. Often paperwork issues within an organisation will go unnoticed. There are many benefits of having an organised office, one of which is productivity, this can be achieved by having a storage ...
Views: 1555 - Storm Safety: How to Avoid Employee Injuries in Rainy Weather - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2018 from Dixie SomersIf you’re responsible for the safety of your employees, you should have extensive guidelines in place for bad weather. You should also take some measures yourself to ensure that everyone gets home without illness or injury. Here are just a few tips for keeping your workers safe during a ...
Views: 1554 - How to get unstuck in your business now - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2014 from Leslie CunninghamAs a leader, have you ever experienced times in your business where things were unfolding with ease; life seemed to be humming along just great¦when suddenly and without warning, your good fortune came to a screeching halt and you found yourself feeling stuck and stagnant? So what do you do ...
Views: 1551 - Brain Chemistry: Implications for Employers and All Relaationships - by Submitted on May 16, 2017 from Joe AlonzoBrain Chemistry, Implications for Employee Retention Brain chemistry based in pioneering research has opened the door to understanding human behavior at a new level. Unequivocal findings have shown stress hormones, testosterone in men and oxytocin in women, affect how humans feel, think, and ...
Views: 1550 - ***What not to do to get things done - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2014 from Leslie CunninghamI have received many questions from business owners and leaders about how to hold others accountable so they can lead their team to achieve extraordinary results. This is lesson #5 out of six lessons I’ve learned about being a leader who powerfully holds others accountable. I am powerful ...
Views: 1548 - ***Are you “Allergic” to Making Money With Ease? - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2013 from Leslie Cunningham“I want to be able to create money easily and authentically, and to have it flow naturally to me, just like my breath does,” my client excitedly shared with me. “And yet when I think about making money and identifying a bold money goal for myself I have a ...
Views: 1547(2 votes) - Frustrated With Your Employees? Three Secrets To Boost Relationships and Productivity - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2016 from Bruce CadleOne of the challenges small business owners face is transitioning from being a Mom and Pop business or one-man-show, to managing a staff. We asked Julie Shipley, owner of The Soup Shop in Melbourne, Florida how she has grown from making soup in her home kitchen to managing a staff that ...
Views: 1545 - Utilize Awards Made Out Of Crystal To Show Your Gratitude To Employees - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2013 from Shelley HoggAny business should take advantage of awarding executive gifts to their best employees. Even the best workers who give more than asked for can feel as if they aren't appreciated during hectic times. That is why bosses and managers should consider looking for ways to increase work productivity by ...
Views: 1545 - Controlling the High Cost of Turnover - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Renee CormierAll companies experience turnover to some degree. Many companies refresh their pool of employees by restructuring their organization every three to four years, and even though the change is sometimes good, it is always costly. Other companies just can’t seem to hold onto people. Sometimes this ...
Views: 1543(5 votes) - Employee Empowement - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2009 from Majlinda PrikuTeam building and developing human capacity are two key elements of achieving employee empowerment. In addition to confidence and skill to undertake new and increasingly challenging assignments, team members also need opportunities for growth and development. Employee confidence and capability ...
Views: 1543 - How to Remain Calm Under Pressure - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinPatience is something that many of us find very hard to acquire or develop, perhaps because it is way too easy to just be impatient. But do you know that when you lose control of your patience, you hurt not only the people around you, but yourself as well? Impatience can cause your stress levels ...
Views: 1543 - Beer Brewing Made Easy Review - Easiest Way to Make Great Tasting Beers - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2012 from michael reviewSo you ought to brew your special beer? It's easier than you consider. The main requirements are generally clean working conditions (necessary), following directions, and patience. If you want a very good, clean, tasty beer after wasting the time period to brew it, you need to physical exercise ...
Views: 1540 - Life Coaching Tips for Boosting Concentration at Work - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2015 from Cecile PeterkinFor those who have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or ADHD, keeping themselves focused and efficient in their jobs can be very difficult. The distractibility, restlessness, and limited attention span can have severe effects on how a person performs at work. If you have this condition, ...
Views: 1540 - Taking a New Approach to Building Your Business - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2011 from Samantha JohnsonAn Army of Entrepreneurs (AOE), in essence, is an internal force of loyal and committed employees. It is also a structure and a mindset that will help a business grow well beyond its founder or CEO. Well-know management expert Jennifer Prosek first implemented an AOE at her communications ...
Views: 1538(1 vote) - Should You Treat Your Employee’s? - by Submitted on May 16, 2012 from karla hineWell that’s a question and a half if I may say so myself. I have recently had a discussion with fellow members of various networking groups and this question seems to be cropping it’s head up on a more than regular basis. Let’s look at the question more in depth. What does it actually say or ...
Views: 1537 - 10 Ways to Make Yourself indispensable in CNAs Job - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2012 from Aaron DsouzaCNA is one of the essential positions required in almost all the medical hospitals in order to take care of the patient in an efficient manner. The main requirement to apply for CNA job is a CNA certification that can be obtained from any recognized institute. The CNA certification requirements ...
Views: 1536 - Tennis...A Lesson in Life - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2010 from Barry RobertsI play tennis about four times a week. One of the guys I play with, always starts the day by tossing the ball to make his serve and announcing, “Enjoy, gentlemen!” I usually reply with, “Thanks Jon. I’m rooting for you to come in second.” (Unless, of course, Jon is my doubles partner.) Our ...
Views: 1533(3 votes) - How to Ace the Interview - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2010 from Hal WechslerHow to Ace The 2010 Interview Common sense would tell us that a job interview whether for your first employment out of school or for CEO of a NYSE company, requires planning and research. This same famous - common sense - tells us that holding a seashell to our ear retains the sound of ...
Views: 1532(2 votes) - What You Need To Include When Planning an Office Refurbishment - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2012 from K QuinnIf your business is growing or your office has just become tired and dated then you may want to consider having an office refurbishment, it can come with many benefits. It doesnt have to be as big a job as you may think. You may find it easier to use a professional company to do this for you ...
Views: 1530 - Disarming the Dangerous - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2009 from Renee CormierMalcontents...every company has them and they are costly to have around. In spite of this, many companies are reluctant to get rid of their troublesome employees. Some malcontents manage to create the perception of having value because they are long time employees and know many important things. ...
Views: 1528(1 vote) - Using Reciprocity to Motivate - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Debora McLaughlinOne point of influence is the law of reciprocity. This has been proven to be very effective time and time again. Even a movie was made about it. Each time you give something of value, expect other people to give you something in return. This has been proven to be true in a lot of cases. ...
Views: 1527(7 votes) - Employee Engagement From The Start = Production - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Ron HequetDon’t Assume It’s About Money Keeping employees engaged is important in this economy, but I believe employee engagement matters, regardless of the economy. Most companies are not changing the way they hire or engage current employees, although they should. Most want to, but don’t think they ...
Views: 1525(5 votes) - You Need Your People More Than They Need You - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2011 from Jeb BlountIn leadership one principle stands above all: You need your people more than they need you. Another way of saying this is that you get paid for what your people do, not for what you do. If you only internalize one lesson about leadership, make this the one. A basic understanding that you ...
Views: 1524 - Brain Chemistry: Implications for Employers and All Relaationships - by Submitted on May 16, 2017 from Joe AlonzoBrain Chemistry, Implications for Employee Retention Brain chemistry based in pioneering research has opened the door to understanding human behavior at a new level. Unequivocal findings have shown stress hormones, testosterone in men and oxytocin in women, affect how humans feel, think, and ...
Views: 1523 - How To Do Diligent Research On New Employees - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2013 from Missy DiazIf you’re a small business owner looking to hire employees this year, or next - now is a good time to think of the ways you will research these new employment candidates. Last thing you want on your hands, is a loose cannon or someone who has a bad record with other companies. One of the ways ...
Views: 1521 - The Power of Acknowledgment - by Submitted on May 09, 2014 from Leslie CunninghamI was facilitating an on-site training for a business recently. Several times during the training the request was made by the employees, “for managers and leaders to acknowledge the positive.” I have found this to be a common theme in most every business. Employees often feel like the only ...
Views: 1518 - What is Required to Win Today - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2014 from Leslie CunninghamI have received many questions from business owners and leaders about how to hold others accountable so they can lead their team to achieve extraordinary results. This is lesson #6 out of six lessons I’ve learned about being a leader who powerfully holds others accountable. I am willing to ...
Views: 1516 - Are mentoring and training opportunities an essential part of career progression as claimed by the Race for Opportunity? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from Tom BerzinsBlack, Asian and Ethnic Minorities (BAME) made up 8 percent of the total UK population in 2001. However, according to projections from statisticians at Leeds University, this figure is set to rise to 20 percent by the year 2051. By that time one in five of the UK population of 77 million will ...
Views: 1515 - How To Deal With Stress In Your Job? - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2013 from Priya NMost of us lead a fast city life; although it has its share of positives, it takes a good toll on our physical and especially mental health. Many people face work related stress and have tried every possible way to cope up, only realizing that they haven’t been able to get rid of it. Most of ...
Views: 1514 - Mentoring: Encouraging Success - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Karen KleinwortOnce you establish your own company, we have a tendency to look at our previous experience and how it has encouraged your employee's success – to notice what worked and what didn't. One of the essentials of a flourishing business is the openness to share your wisdom and enthusiasm of doing what ...
Views: 1510 - Celebrating Office Life With Inspiring Haikus - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2017 from Marilyn VinchyEven the most exciting and fulfilling jobs have moments of frustration, anger, and boredom. While nobody should stay too long in a job they don’t enjoy, those who are planning on staying a while longer in a job that has its mundane moments can do themselves a great favor by learning to live with ...
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