Tag: Human Resources
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What About Napping On The Job?
Would you favor a policy that would allow you, or even encourage you, to nap every day during work hours? Most would support this idea. But is there a benefit?
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Jerks At Work
We would all like to work in a civilized workplace where people get along and get work done. But it doesn’t always happen. Building such an environment boosts morale and leads to more success.
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Who Has The “Real” Power In Your Organization?
Sometimes the most influential individuals in an organization are not the senior executives. In our knowledge-based economy, we have seen hierarchies break down, and functional leaders have a greater ability to influence change. Who has the ‘real’ power in your organization?
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Crucial Conversations
We all need to have crucial conversations with our boss….our direct reports….co-workers, and family. Today, Dave shares some of his takeaways from the book, “Crucial Conversations Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High.”
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Better Feedback In The Workplace
Feedback can feel uncomfortable, but when approached thoughtfully, it becomes a powerful tool for growth and engagement. Managers can make feedback more informal, frequent, and collaborative to create a culture of open communication.
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Things A Boss Should Never Say
Your employees are listening to every word you say, and it impacts the way they behave and their productivity.
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Getting Teams To Work Together
Building upon the successful practices of GTD/Getting Things Done, David Allen and Edwards Lamont are helping teams work effectively. Their book, “Team,” shows how leaders can use a set of principles to improve communication, enable effective execution, and reduce team members’ stress. Dave Edwards discussed the basic philosophy of the book with them.
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How One-On-One Meetings Can Save You Time
You might think that scheduling regular one-on-one meetings with the people who report to you could be a waste of time. Actually, they might be a time saver.
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GTD’s David Allen on How To Decide What To Do Next
It is easy to get overwhelmed if you face a very long ‘to-do’ list every day. The challenge is what you should do next. David Allen, the author of “Getting Things Done” offers advice on how to make those decisions.
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Fixing Your Workplace Culture
Would your employees say that the office has a positive workplace culture? As a manager, you can improve the mood and increase productivity in several ways.
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The Challenges of Working for a Difficult Boss
Struggling with a tough boss? Here are some strategies to turn workplace stress into success and thrive despite challenging leadership .
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Why Nice Leaders Finish First: The Case for Compassionate Management
The age-old debate over whether it’s better to be a “nice” leader or a tough one has long favored the latter, with traditional wisdom suggesting that firmness and distance from employees ensure respect and productivity. However, recent research challenges this notion. Here is what we know.
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Is It Time to Quit Your Job? 6 Critical Things to Evaluate First
Deciding to quit your job is a significant life choice that requires careful consideration and planning. Whether you’re facing persistent dissatisfaction or contemplating a new career path, understanding the implications of leaving your current position is crucial. Read on to discover the essential steps to take before handing in your resignation.
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Dealing With A Passive Aggressive Worker
Dealing with passive-aggressive behavior at work can be quite a challenge. These individuals often disguise their true feelings, making it difficult to address issues head-on. But with some understanding and strategic communication, you can navigate these tricky waters effectively. Here is how to handle passive-aggressive coworkers without losing your cool.
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Avoid Vacation Chaos: Pro Tips for Perfect Pre-Vacation Planning!
Taking a vacation is essential for rejuvenation and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. However, you don’t want your absence to cause problems for your colleagues or cause an overwhelming backlog when you return. Here’s how to plan.
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Crack the Code: The Psychology Behind Acing Your Next Job Interview
Much of the advice about job interviews is based on someone’s experience. However, understanding the psychology of the process leads to some less-known advice.
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Talking About Your Weaknesses in a Job Interview
When discussing weaknesses in a job interview, you’ve got to balance honesty with a commitment to self-improvement. Let’s look at how to do that.
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Quiet Quitting: Understanding and Addressing Employee Disengagement
Employers are dealing with some workers described as “Quiet Quitters.” These are people who fulfill their job responsibilities without exceeding them, essentially doing the bare minimum required to retain their positions. What expectations should employers have regarding workplace attitudes?
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Take Care of Your Best Employees Before They Leave
The best members of your team could be easily recruited away. That’s why you can’t take anyone for granted. Here are 10 tips for keeping employees happy.
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Warning – Toxic Workplace Ahead
You may want to find a new job because of the toxic environment you now work in. But how do you know that the place you interview with is any better?
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Even Station Managers Should Be Evaluated Regularly
It is wise for station employees to be evaluated regularly. That includes the station manager.
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Even Tiger Woods Had A Coach
Effective leaders sometime need to discuss their problems with a coach who can guide them to make better decisions.
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“I’m Quitting” How Should A Boss Respond?
When an employee says they are quitting, they and the boss are in an awkward position. But it doesn’t have to be.
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Getting Cross-Functional Teams To Work Together
One study showed that 75 percent of costs-functional team meetings are dysfunctional. Then why should you consider them, and how to can you make them work?
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The Power of Noticing: What The Best Leaders See
The premise of the book, “The Power of Noticing: What The Best Leaders See” is that we need to rethink the decision-making process to be open to more data points.
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Let’s Meet Some of the People Who Might Make Your Job Difficult
In just about every office, there are people with personality types that make them challenging to work with. Let’s look at several of them.
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Our Love / Hate Relationship with Video Calls
Because many more of us are working from home it means that we are spending more time on video calls. But you can be easily distracted while on your computer screen.
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Different Ways To Delegate
Some bosses say they are too busy to delegate, and it’s easier to do a task by themselves. But there are different levels of delegation that can increase your level of comfort with handing off assignments.
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Would You Hire Someone With A Criminal Record?
The National Employment Law Project reports that an estimated 70 million people in the United States—nearly one in three adults—have a prior arrest or conviction record. Would you hire one of them?
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Improving Your Attention Span Will Increase Your Productivity
A short attention span can sabotage our best efforts to be productive. As a result of many studies, we’ve learned that there are seven things we can be doing to create better focus.
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Reevaluate Your Workspace When Returning To Work
If you are returning to your office after more than a year, it may be time to look at your workplace environment and determine whether it is a help or detriment to your productivity.
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Why Are Some People Difficult To Manage or Work With?
Some work colleagues are easygoing, while others always seem to want to throw obstacles in the way. Managing or working with difficult employees are key frustrations in the workplace. Why and what can you do about it?
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How Honest Are You With Your Staff?
More than 70% of employees feel more engaged with their employer if they are told about the organization’s goals, objectives and activities. How well do you communicate with your staff?
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How “Artificial Intelligence” Can Hurt Your Hiring Efforts
More and more companies are using computer programs to screen applicants for a job. The problem is that they can over-screen and eliminate many qualified individuals who don’t fit past profiles of candidates.
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The Coworker That Causes You Stress
While you don’t need to be best friends with everyone you work with, dealing with a coworker that causes you stress will hurt your performance and possibly damage your reputation if projects are completed on time. Here are some tips for dealing with the problem colleague.
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The Employee That Wants To Get Their Way
Some employees love to pepper their managers with questions about a strategy or steps to complete a project. While that can actually be helpful, it can also be a detriment to getting work done. Here are some ideas on how managers can address the person who always wants their own way.
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Comparing Two Job Offers
During a job hunt, you might be happy to get one offer. But what happens when you get two offers at the same time. Here are some tips on how you can evaluate them so you end up in the job that is right for you.
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Are You Serious About Diversity?
A lot of organizations are expressing the need to improve their staff diversity. But progress continues to be slow. Your approach to diversity will benefit you in many ways.
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Bosses Must Apologize
Admitting your error and saying sorry is the right thing to do whether you are the boss or not. But if you are the boss, it is even more important as it demonstrates humility and your moral values.
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Many Managers Want Everyone Back In The Office, But Not So Fast…
A survey shows 83 percent of CEOs want their workers back in the office as soon as people are fascinated against the Coronavirus. The problem is that only 10 percent of workers want to come back.
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Turn the Job You Have Into the Job You Want
A job can be like a relationship. If you don’t put in the work, it can grow stale. If you job no longer excites you and you are tempted to move on, think through some of these ideas.
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Respect, Disrespect, and Insubordination In The Workplace
Respect in the workplace is a two-way street. What happens when you face someone who never shows respect, or is insubordinate?
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Four Tips For Leading During Covid
We had hoped that Covid would be behind us by now. But now that its ramifications continue, leaders should focus on things to keep their employees healthy and productive.
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Assessing Your Work From Home Performance
The ‘work at home’ phenomenon is new for many organizations and managers. Assessing the performance of those who work remotely is a work in progress. It won’t be perfect in its early days.
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Should We Bother With Performance Evaluations?
In order to be helpful, evaluations must be structured effectively or they may be perceived as a waste of time.
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Remotely On-boarding Your New Employee
With more and more of your team members working from home these days, you may be faced with having to welcome new employees via teleconference. Onboarding new employees who work remotely present some challenges, but it’s not impossible to get them up to speed quickly.
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