Continuing the track of this week’s Monday Motivator, and that phrase that was used all tooooooo often in my youth (thanks, Mom,) “Leave your time at the other end,” here … Continue reading The Magic of “Sooner”
The Magic of “Sooner”
Category: Success Strategies
Success: It’s Not Just about Financial Reserves…
Of course we need financial reserves… but that’s not all we need to be successful. Today’s post is about Energy Reserves. Yes, you can build reserves of energy, too. But … Continue reading Success: It’s Not Just about Financial Reserves…
Other people’s success spurs me on to do well and gives me motivation.” –Nicolas Hoult This quote resonates with me… I remember many times when I felt as excited about … Continue reading
Monday Motivator – Maya Angelou’s Words of Wisdom
“We may encounter many defeats but we must not be defeated.”- Maya Angelou Your Monday Motivator is to learn from your latest “defeat” — ok not that strong –better said … Continue reading Monday Motivator – Maya Angelou’s Words of Wisdom
Monday Motivator: Be the Connector
Here is your thought for the week – be the person who…
Great Points Podcast: More on Managing Your Boss
Check out these few “Great Points” about managing the guy/gal in charge of your paycheck… a 3 minute listen…
What “Managing Up” Really Means
Too many workers think that they need to try to “manage” their bosses. Not so. If you try it, you’ll regret it. During my career, when I was the boss, … Continue reading What “Managing Up” Really Means
Managing your Relationship with the Boss-man or Boss-lady
So I hope you notice that I didn’t say “manage your boss.”
Attempts at managing the boss could be career limiting. The right words to use are “managing your relationship with your boss.” Now THAT will get us somewhere.
A couple of key points…
Feedback: Focus Forward is the Only Option (that Works…)
As long as people work, there will be behavioral errors, and situations that need correcting. There is a lot of room for improvement in the way bosses, coworkers, and friends handle … Continue reading Feedback: Focus Forward is the Only Option (that Works…)
Why “Sandwiching” Constructive Feedback Between Two Complements Doesn’t Work
We’ve been addressing the best practices in giving employee feedback this month, and last week someone told me that she likes to sandwich the feedback between two complements. Like a … Continue reading Why “Sandwiching” Constructive Feedback Between Two Complements Doesn’t Work
Monday Motivator: Get that Ego Outa the Way
Lets start with is quote: “A brave man acknowledges the strength of others.” –Veronica Roth Sometimes, our own egos fear that noting the strengths of others may somehow get in … Continue reading Monday Motivator: Get that Ego Outa the Way
