“Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others.” (Jack Welch) There is no such thing as a single “best” leadership style – but there is the best style for you, in a given situation. And there is a style that best… Read more »
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Four Ways to Show Your Employees You Appreciate Their Hard Work
Employee recognition isn’t limited to special occasions. Rather, it should be at the core of your workplace culture. You can – and should – tell your employees how much you appreciate them and their contributions any time during the day, week or year. In a recent study, more than 80 percent of employees said they… Read more »
4 Ways to Kick Start the Second Half of 2014
Before you know it, the calendar year will reach its midpoint. How can you look ahead to the second half of the year with an eye on renewing morale, performance and productivity? There’s still plenty of time to lay the groundwork for your best year yet in several key areas. Work Area Enhancements A simple… Read more »
Spring Cleaning: Could Your Job Search Use a Dusting?
Spring is here! For most of the nation, it’s especially welcome this year after a brutally hard winter. And for the global economy, it’s a breath of fresh air as businesses are on the rebound from the recent recession. If you’re a job seeker, it’s a good time to refresh, regroup and reorganize. Companies are… Read more »
Accidents Happen: Are You Prepared?
Workplace accidents can often be prevented, but even companies with industry-leading safety records can’t escape them entirely. When an incident does occur, respond promptly and effectively. Have a plan in place, conduct a thorough investigation, and do whatever it takes to prevent a recurrence. It’s your number-one priority and most important responsibility. Your Comprehensive Incident… Read more »
Summer Rush: Determining Your Hiring Needs
Does your 2014 business plan include supplementing your full-time staff during the summer or other busy seasons? This should be part of your overall hiring strategy: knowing exactly which employees you need and when, with a talent pipeline in place for the unexpected needs that will inevitably occur. The Power is in the Planning Your… Read more »
How to Break the Ice with Your New Boss
“Rapport is the ability to enter someone else’s world, to make him feel that you understand him, that you have a strong common bond.” So says motivational speaker Tony Robbins as he describes rapport. It’s a skill anyone can learn – and perhaps at no time is it more important than when you’re building a… Read more »
Is a Career Change Worth a Pay Cut?
A career change can be exhilarating, exciting and at the same time, more than a little scary. This is especially true if your job switch comes with a significant cut in pay. Should salary be your main focus as you consider the next step along your professional path? There are several factors to consider including… Read more »
Put Your Best Foot Forward with an Excellent Cover Letter
As a complement to your resume, your cover letter distinguishes you from other candidates and introduces you as the best person for an employer to hire. It’s an opportunity to specifically relate your qualifications to the position and to describe your passion for the job and the hiring organization. Here are some tips for creating… Read more »
Tips on Writing a Professional Business Email
Think about all the emails you receive during the course of a workday. Which ones are the most effective – and why? Email remains the most common form of written communication in the business world – and the most commonly abused. How can you craft professional email messages that get your point across in an… Read more »