Until you have been a supervisor, manager, boss, you may not understand how annoying it is for one of your subordinates or direct reports to continually come to you asking … Continue reading Stop Asking for Directions; Start Making Recommendations
People are attracted to others who have self confidence. Your self confidence can actually help you achieve your goals. Here are three ways for you to communicate your self confidence … Continue reading 3 Ways to Communicate Your Self Confidence
Oh, how much time do we all spend in meetings?! Some are effective; some aren’t. They take time away from our abilities to do other things. Some times they’re boring … Continue reading Meetings Can Make Or Break Your Career
People enjoy meetings when they are interactive. The more people talk, the more people will get to know each other. What a brilliant way to get them to enjoy their … Continue reading 5 Tips to Make Your Meetings More Efficient, Effective AND Interactive!
As we approach Thanksgiving – gosh what a wonderful holiday – I like to think about all those things and people I appreciate… It reminds me however of the importance … Continue reading Appreciate People – Specifically!
Have you ever stopped to realize how motivating the words “THANK YOU” are? These words have always been polite, appreciating, respectful, and caring… Thanks for the flowers Thank you for … Continue reading The Two Most Motivating Words…
Struggling with people resisting making the changes you know you need to make in your organization or group? Don’t know how to get buy-in from people so that you can … Continue reading The Convincing Side of Change
It can be a real challenge to keep your staff motivated and energized. – Does your staff like coming to work? – Do they carry out their tasks enthusiastically? – … Continue reading Does Your Staff Like Coming To Work?
Sometimes “no” is better than “yes.” Why are we so afraid to tell people “no”? Do we fear disappointing them? Might they think less of us? Are we afraid to … Continue reading How to Say “No”… Nicely
If you want to add more energy to your organization, and get it moving faster, use deadlines! Huh? People always use deadlines. What is so great about deadlines energizing an … Continue reading Deadlines and Energy
Like day needs night, Romeo needs Juliet, and bacon needs eggs; so do leaders need followers. However, these great partnerships are examples of symbiosis, and followers needs leaders every bit … Continue reading Leading From The Front Isn’t Always Best
