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Why You Need to Arrive Early!
Category: Action Aptitude
Stop Wishing. Start Doing!
I saw this quote today, and it struck me… “Stop wishing – start doing!” How many times have we “wished” for something new, different, or better? And wishing is not … Continue reading Stop Wishing. Start Doing!
It’s OK to Single Out Awesome Performance
Many managers struggle with the idea of singling out and praising a high performing team member. They may be concerned with being accused of showing favorites, or just feeling awkward … Continue reading It’s OK to Single Out Awesome Performance
Your Outlook Calendar – Friend or Foe?
The emails to set up a meeting in your office probably look something like this: • Tuesday I’m free all day, and Wednesday after 2:00 • I can do Tuesday … Continue reading Your Outlook Calendar – Friend or Foe?
Has Digital Distraction Replaced Daily Planning?
Before the advent of e-mail, social media, smart phones and nearly constant electronic interruptions, daily planning was a strategy that was used quite effectively in the business community. Not so … Continue reading Has Digital Distraction Replaced Daily Planning?
General Praise Doesn’t Work…
Most of us have drunk the kool-aid that says praise is motivational. I agree. To a point. I believe that SPECIFIC praise is motivational. There’s a difference. We’ve all … Continue reading General Praise Doesn’t Work…
Want to Stall Your Career? Take Things Personally
Business is business. When things don’t work out, don’t see it as a direct assault on you. If you don’t get chosen for a project… If you are missed on … Continue reading Want to Stall Your Career? Take Things Personally
Holiday Party Survival: Watch the Alcohol!
Watch what you drink. This could be the single most important tip about office party survival. There is a reason that alcohol is referred to as “liquid courage.” Alcohol can … Continue reading Holiday Party Survival: Watch the Alcohol!
Who’s the Bad Apple? Not you!
I think we all know that just one bad apple is all it takes to infect the entire department and demoralize everybody. We’ve seen it happen, one too many times. … Continue reading Who’s the Bad Apple? Not you!
How to Sell Yourself without Selling Yourself Out #10 – How Has Your Work Helped?
One of the best ways to sell yourself is to let your work do it for you. I have talked a lot about having an Excellence Mindset as a way … Continue reading How to Sell Yourself without Selling Yourself Out #10 – How Has Your Work Helped?
How to Sell Yourself without Selling Yourself Out #9 – Approachability!
When people are trying to decide who to work with, who to buy from, or who to join in some volunteer effort, they look at a person’s “approachability.” How approachable … Continue reading How to Sell Yourself without Selling Yourself Out #9 – Approachability!
