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Great Quote on Actions vs Thoughts
Should Good Managers Come in Last?
We see it time and time again. I did it myself – and it almost brought me down. They put themselves last. Good managers who are so dedicated they fall … Continue reading Should Good Managers Come in Last?
How Do I Motivate Others to Want to Improve?
I get this question a lot – “How Do I Motivate Others to Want to Improve?” The age old response is that you can’t. You can’t motivate others to want to … Continue reading How Do I Motivate Others to Want to Improve?
Say “No” – Get More Done
Feel like you’re on a treadmill that will never stop? Too much to do? Too much to get done? Just as with how the overlap between our work and our … Continue reading Say “No” – Get More Done
Turning Obstacles Into Opportunities
“I’ve always meant to learn better IT skills, but every time I’m going to sign up for the class something comes up. It would really help me at work, but…” … Continue reading Turning Obstacles Into Opportunities
I Don’t Want Perfect…
I don’t want perfect, I want honest. Those who seek perfection are bound for disappointment. Those who seek excellence will achieve. Those who are honest with themselves, and others, … Continue reading I Don’t Want Perfect…
No Excuses, Sir!
“The reason that I didn’t get that report in on time was because my computer crashed, and I lost all of my supporting information…” “I’m sorry for being late for … Continue reading No Excuses, Sir!
Why Shout?
Why Shout? I’ve always been confounded by anyone who believes that raising his or her voice will enable them to be heard better. Especially in business. The recipient hears only … Continue reading Why Shout?
Work-Life Balance: Let Go of Your Need to “Do It All”
Letting go is an important part of work-life balance. Let go of your need to “do it all,” because it is just plain unrealistic to think that you can accomplish … Continue reading Work-Life Balance: Let Go of Your Need to “Do It All”