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- Definition: Employee Motivation - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2008 from Douglas PakMotivation is the reason or reasons for engaging in a particular behavior, especially human behavior as studied in economics, psychology and neuropsychology. These reasons may include basic needs such as food or a desired object, hobbies, goal, state of being, or ideal. The motivation for a ...
Views: 19627(3 votes) - Applying Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs Theory of Motivation to Training - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2009 from Robert (Bob) LucasDr. Abraham Maslow studied workplace motivation of employees in the years following World War II. His research has been referenced and adapted many times over the years. From a training or educational perspective, you can use the five levels of motivation that Maslow identified to focus your ...
Views: 16944(4 votes) - How To Be A Fearless Leader - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Andrew RondeauTo be a leader means you should be brave and fearless, this however is easier said than done. After all, everyone has their own set of fears and leaders are no different. Despite your existing fears however, there are ways of becoming a fearless leader and a good one at that. The very first ...
Views: 16918(30 votes) - Advantages and Disadvantages posting a Job - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2012 from mamta KumariUsing the internet as a recruitment process has become increasingly popular over the last few years as technology evolves. Posting your job vacancies online couldn't be easier when using an online job board. As an active business, finding possible candidates for your vacancies as well as ...
Views: 16327 - Mentoring in the Workplace - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2009 from Cecile PeterkinEmployee mentoring programs are becoming increasingly common in both larger and smaller businesses. Just as large corporations will find that there are a number of advantages to having a corporate mentoring program, smaller businesses will find that mentoring in the workplace offers a number of ...
Views: 15725(11 votes) - Organizational Commitment - Basic Concepts & Recent Developments - by Submitted on May 13, 2008 from Anviti GuptaAbstract– This paper presents a review of the term commitment. It briefly highlights the various types of organizational commitment. Organizational Commitment is an attitudinal or emotive dimension of work motivation, manifesting its form in members’ behavior. Organizational ...
Views: 11794(1 vote) - EMPLOYEE MOTIVATION -- CONNECTIONS ARE CRITICAL - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2019 from Doris HelgeIf you're challenged by employee motivation, engagement, or retention problems, this article is a must-read. Traditional employee motivation and recognition programs fail because companies and managers don't understand Motivation 101. Humans crave genuine appreciation and recognition. Since ...
Views: 10403(1 vote) - ***Team Building is Boosted by Creativity - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Doug StaneartCorporate team building events within companies are always a big focus, but many companies are now focusing on building a team with creative outcomes to build even stronger team bonding. Why? Creativity pays off in a lot of ways, and when team members feel like they are inventing something that ...
Views: 9897(5 votes) - EMPLOYEE MOTIVATION -- RIP OFF THE BANDAIDS! - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2019 from Doris HelgeWhen the fish in a stream are dying, biologists don't attempt to solve the problem by yanking the fish out of the stream, throwing them into a clean fish tank for an hour a day, and then pitching them back into their original ecosystem for the rest of the day. Instead, they search to ...
Views: 9803(2 votes) - Importance of Maintaining a Positive Attitude in the Workplace - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2009 from Aaron PeterIn the current scenario, the real challenge in a workplace is to handle and overcome the obstacles and learn from hard and tough experiences. The problems can be tackled by a person only with positive attitude, with focused mind, and with efforts to overcome obstacles. A person with positive ...
Views: 9677(1 vote) - Build Morale when Times are Tough - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2012 from Doug StaneartTimes are tough, and as a result, morale can suffer. So what can the leaders of an organization do to help team members feel more confident and at ease? Below are a few simple tips to improve teamwork and morale -- especially in a recession (or depression): Give Sincere Compliments When ...
Views: 9593(4 votes) - 5 Reasons For Choosing A Phlebotomy Career - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2012 from Jack HoganThough you may never have heard the term phlebotomist, you have likely utilized one's services many times in the course of your life, even if you did not realize it at the time. Phlebotomy is the profession of drawing blood so that it may be stored for future use or tested for health concerns. ...
Views: 7910 - Why Coworkers Don't Make Good Facebook Friends - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2010 from Jessica SimkoWork life and Facebook – it seems like a never-ending discussion topic nowadays. There are many things to consider in regards to your personal and career brand. Yet so many people are either unaware of them or do not fully understand the ramifications of the content they might share online. For ...
Views: 7867(2 votes) - Extroverts in the Workplace - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Jane CranstonIn contemporary psychological terms, “extrovert” is used to describe a individuals whose temperament type or preference directs and receives their energy from external sources. In the practical sense, they are action people who plug into others for their juice. They’re not generally drawn to ...
Views: 7324(1 vote) - How to determine whether a person is a good team member - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Alise SeleznevaWhen building a team of specialists to work on a project together, - it is crucial to know what qualities a person should have to be able to work in a team productively. But first, let’s define what the team is. Team defined as a group of individuals with complementary skills and ...
Views: 6839(1 vote) - What Makes A Superstar Employee? - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Wayne KehlThe secret to success that all great employers have discovered is as simple as, “right person-right job.” When people are placed into jobs they can excel in every time, miracles can happen. Think about the following questions: 1.Have you ever noticed how managers, supervisors and leaders ...
Views: 6787 - Showing Pride In Your Work - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Francis HoseinWhat do employers consider when deciding on your compensation, your promotion or whether or not to keep you when the company is going through tough times? The first things considered are your performance and your attitude towards work. Employers need to see how you are an asset to the company. ...
Views: 6247(1 vote) - Ducks Quack, Eagles Soar - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2010 from Mark TingYou have two alternatives. You can blend in with the mold or you can rise above the rest. Remarkable customer support will position a business in a class by itself. But, the craving to grant wonderful customer support isn’t something in which we're born. It’s a option we make. The ...
Views: 6008 - Get Your Career Back On Track - Top 10 Tips! - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2010 from Helen RobertsMy name is Helen Roberts, a Career Development expert with 17 years experience in the industry. I've never seen a market quite like this one. In today's economic climate many people are 'hurting' like never before, financially & emotionally. We have record numbers unemployed across the ...
Views: 5741(1 vote) - Are You in a Dead End Job that Makes You Feel Dead Inside? 10 Ways to Help You Move On! - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2010 from Dr Laura UmferAre You in a Dead End Job That Makes You Feel Dead Inside? 10 Ways to Help You Move On! Being in a job like this is like being in a cage with the gate open. You know you can leave but fear (perhaps of loss of income, benefits, something new or different) keeps you from walking out. Being in a ...
Views: 5618(1 vote) - Use Written Warnings and Letters of Reprimand Effectively - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from The Office PressAnyone with employees hope that the people they’ve hired will do high-quality, honest work and represent them well. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Whether an employee is willfully negligent or insubordinate, or if the person is simply not performing well, the issue must be ...
Views: 5389 - How to Get over Boredom – Useful Tips for a Live Receptionist - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2010 from Arthur MarkhamBoredom is defined as an emotional state experienced when you’re not doing anything or when you’re losing grip on your interest in your job. Bored people still go to work, but it’s always just for the sake of working. They do their duties too, but it’s always mediocre and never beyond what’s ...
Views: 5216 - Acknowledgement Earns Workplace Engagement - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2010 from Patricia MorganWe all crave to be seen, heard and acknowledged. Whether I say that to individuals, groups or large audiences, heads nod in the affirmative. When I first began working in a counseling agency, I was thrilled with the supervision. My manager smiled, nodded and listened as I worked out my problems ...
Views: 5137 - Acne and Your Self Esteem - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2011 from Shane NolanMany people have suffered from the negative effects of acne and over time these will slowly but surely evolve into an insecurity complex about their skin condition. Eventually the ridicule or embarrassment of having acne will lower your confidence and self image to a low point and having bad ...
Views: 4817 - Don’t Suck Up To Anyone Higher Than You - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Andrew BaileyAccording to the web site www.idiomeanings.com, the definition of sucking up is: ‘to behave in a very friendly, flattering, or kind manner to someone higher than you in order to get a benefit.’ Usually this is done in a very contrite and deceptive manner. A person says things and does things ...
Views: 4736(6 votes) - Do You Need a Change or Do You Need a Radical Change - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2012 from Scott EppThose that find themselves stuck in life are in need of a change. Many people know this, so many people try to make some life changes as a way of creating a different future. It's a great thought, but it's one that comes with a very simple problem – you don't need to change your life. You ...
Views: 4713 - Top Seven Tips for Reducing Workplace Negativity - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2010 from Marlene ChismNegativity is the number one productivity problem in the workplace. Signs of negativity include backstabbing, gossiping, power struggles and lack of teamwork. The end result is absenteeism, low morale and turnover. Here are seven tips for improving workplace relationships and reducing ...
Views: 4591(1 vote) - How To Get The Most Out of Your Workforce - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2017 from Dr. John SchinnererComing from the perspective of positive psychology, I am admittedly biased towards the inherent power of emotion. Emotions are among the top reasons for failed attempts to improve corporate productivity and culture. Fear: Fear and anxiety paralyze change initiatives. Anger: Culture ...
Views: 4582(3 votes) - Treat Your Staff With Respect - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Andrew BaileyWe have all heard of the ancient saying “do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” I’m sure that where you work you see and hear managers abusing their staff everyday. Or worse still, you might be one of them. Worse again, you might not even realize you are doing it! There is no ...
Views: 4333(3 votes) - Employees, Our Most Valuable Asset - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from Robin CrowBy Robin Crow In working through a particularly hectic time at Dark Horse, I’m struck in equal parts by how important it is to keep the people who make up your team engaged and excited about the “mission” at work, AND by how difficult and complex that same task can actually be. How do ...
Views: 4286 - The Narcissist's Conflicted Relationship with His Fans, Followers, and Admirers - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2013 from Sam VakninThe narcissist depends on his coterie for Narcissistic Supply. He resents this addictive dependence and himself for being so frail and impotent. It negates his self-delusional grandiose fantasy of omnipotence. To compensate for this shameful neediness, the narcissist holds his sycophantic ...
Views: 4206 - Become the best possible version of yourself. - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2010 from JAMES MAIOHOI was golfing with Tiger Woods the other day…..no I wasn’t…I was golfing on my daughters Wii. It doesn’t matter; my score was just as bad. How many men (and women) wish they could play GOLF like Tiger? No matter how we feel about his newly revealed personal “flaws”, he is still perhaps the ...
Views: 4072(3 votes) - Impulse Control and Narcissistic Fear of Failure - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2013 from Sam VakninMany narcissistic defences, traits, and behaviours revolve around the compulsive need to sustain a grandiose self-image of perfection (“perfectionism”.) Paradoxically, deficient impulse control helps achieve this crucial goal. Impulsive actions and addictive behaviours render failure impossible ...
Views: 4020(1 vote) - Work environment's effect on employee happiness - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2011 from Marcus TaylorThe work environment can greatly affect the happiness of its employees – to such an extent that you can now hire an office environment consultant to see how the workplace can be improved to increase happiness. The workplace is, after all, where we spend most of our lives. Coming into a small ...
Views: 4018 - Receptionist Job Description: Duties and Responsibilities of Receptionist Job - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2012 from Sandy DsouzaA receptionist’s job in layman’s language as the name suggests is to be at the reception and tackle everything and everyone who comes there. The actual scenario is little different though, it is not that the receptionist does not have his or her duties chalked out. Talking technically of the ...
Views: 3927 - Employee Performance Management - What Motivates People? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Anne BainWhat motivates people? No question about human behavior is more frequently asked or more perplexing to answer. As an employer can you actually influence employee behavior? Or do employees find their own motivations in the workplace? Beneath all the argument and rhetoric around leadership ...
Views: 3847 - Giving Workplace Feedback and Evaluations - by Submitted on May 13, 2010 from Nonviolent Communication Books From PuddleDancer PressWe encounter feedback in a number of ways in the workplace. When working with another person or group of people to deliver goods or services, feedback is a key component to being able to continually correct toward the goal. Feedback is also institutionalized in the annual or semiannual ...
Views: 3798(3 votes) - 15 Qualities of a Successful Sales and Marketing Manager - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2014 from Loius daraThe characteristic of any successful sales or marketing manager is leadership. Managers have to understand things correctly and make quick decisions, they have to co-ordinate each and every one under them and to constantly report it to higher-officials, they are the most prominent person ...
Views: 3793 - Motivation Techniques and Sales Team Training on How to Motivate Employees Using Free Web Resources - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2009 from Stephen CraineMotivation techniques are often omitted from sales team training. Practical sales skills training is easier to present, and doesn’t require the same research and preparation time. Many sales managers and small business sales directors just don’t have the time to focus on how to motivate ...
Views: 3712(1 vote) - Mediocre Attitudes And The Downfall of Greatness - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2009 from Kevin BurnsIt all started innocently enough as I was looking for casters. I had this idea for a piece of exercise equipment and decided to build a prototype but I needed casters - those swivel wheels that go under office chairs, carts, etc. I had to ask three sales clerks where to find them in the big box ...
Views: 3642(3 votes) - SUCCESSFUL LEADERS COACH EMPLOYEES WITH THE “WINTER BLUES” - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2019 from Doris HelgeDuring winter Leadership Coaching Sessions, leaders often complain, “Employee morale is so low on gloomy winter days! My team members and direct reports left for the holidays energized and happy. Some of them returned in January exhausted and crabby. Even some of my best performers seem ...
Views: 3596 - Irishman Walking (Stage 3 Chapter 1) -- The Start - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2013 from Michael Denis CrosseyIrishman Walking is about my walking the coastal roads of Japan through a series of summer, winter, spring, and autumn stages. Stage 1 began in Cape Soya in Hokkaido in the summer of 2009, and ended in Noshiro City in Akita Prefecture seven weeks later. Last summer (2012), Stage 8 started at ...
Views: 3559 - How to Use Charisma in Interviews and Job Searches - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Andre ThunaCharisma in interviews and job searches can land you the job. Job interviews can take their toll on a person, leaving their confidence levels low, and it is essential to have a high degree of charisma to increase the chances of success and the probability of hire. While you may not be the ...
Views: 3418 - A Positive Workplace Means...Laughter and Fun! - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2008 from Mary Jane ParisIt’s hard to believe…it’s holiday time again! The time of the year when we can be a bit more light-hearted…right? With all the right-sizing, wrong-sizing, down-sizing and messages of doom and gloom in today’s world, many gloomy faces are present in the workplace. ...
Views: 3405 - *** Customer Service: Lessons Learned - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2009 from Mike McKinleyFor years I’ve been telling people how they can attend a mini-seminar every day. How? By watching what happens when they try to spend their money at other businesses. How many of you have felt like the enemy when you entered a place of business? Perhaps you walked in and the employees were ...
Views: 3362 - Subliminal Messages Sales Training Can Make Your Sales Skills More Effective - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2009 from Stephen CraineSubliminal messages are a great sales training resource that can be added to your existing sales skills. Subliminal training can effortlessly stimulate your mind and add a new dimension to the way you use your sales training. All you have to do is put on a set of headphones, listen to a sales ...
Views: 3269(1 vote) - The Five Levers of Leadership - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2011 from Jeb BlountLeaders have tough jobs. Why? Because in most cases they bear 100 percent of the responsibility for the performance of their team yet receive little glory for their efforts. The best leaders work longer hours, endure more stress, and have greater responsibility than the people they manage. ...
Views: 3245 - New Consciousness In Business? Why Not! - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Cathy ArcherIf you were to conduct the research, you would find that there is a lot of information out there on New Age thinking, New Thought Spirituality, New Consciousness, New Energy, and Metaphysics in general. However, you will find that most of the information points to how to apply its principles to ...
Views: 3222(2 votes) - Don't Lose Your Job Because Of Performance Review Tricks! - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Yancey Thomas JrI've talked about how important it is for the job seeker and employee to learn all they can about job evaluations or performance reviews. But, unfortunately this still continues to be a weapon many employers are using unjustly to discriminate, demote or terminate. If you are fired for poor ...
Views: 3201 - ***8 Powerful Components You’ll Want to Include On Your Vision Board... - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2013 from Leslie Cunningham1. Your bold annual income goal. Decide how much money you’d like to make in the next 12 months and include that number on your vision board. Hint: you don’t have to know HOW you’re going to create the money – simply choose a number that is a stretch ...
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