Is your annual review process like visting a proctologist?
Most people are not looking forward to their annual review, however you can be better prepared by managing the process.
Have you built informal networks around you? Facebook, LinkedIn and Google+ are great tools, but they don’t compare to face to face interaction. You have the power to build solid relationships with people that you see during your daily routine. Why not take advantage of that awesome […]
Encouragement is paramount in building up the team and each other.
Regardless of the sport, many of our weekends are spent screaming at the top of our lungs across some field or court encouraging athletes to do their best. We hear statements such as, “you can do […]
The power of like minded teams can catapult a team to greatness or can send them down the road of regret. Birds of a feather can’t flock together unless they are flying to the same destination. Are the members of your team flying with you? As […]
Who do you turn to for wise counsel? All leaders need a wisdom group. A NASCAR driver has a pit crew, a company has a board of directors and the president has his advisors. A wisdom group is simply a group of people who you trust […]
Interview your next leader before closing the dealYou are sitting in the conference room or in the office of the hiring manager. You are feeling good vibes regarding the previous panel interview with the team and key leaders. The team dropped strong hints that you are […]
As a manager, you just hired a great technical resource, Jasmine Mitchell. Jasmine will work from home since she lives 75 miles from the office. You are officially a virtual leader. The effort of incorporating Jasmine in adhoc meetings, training, and culture building events will make your […]
The setting is at the company holiday party, you are standing by one of your peers and you notice that he’s chatting and laughing with a few of his direct reports. A thought crosses your mind, not one of your direct reports has made an attempt […]
One of the most important traits of a team is chemistry. When the Philadelphia Eagles added Terrell Owens to the club, most of us had great expectations for the team. I can only assume that the interview process was extensive and based on Terrell’s background […]
A bad attitude is like a loaded diaper, if you don’t change it, everyone around you will encounter a bad experience. The person may also have a contorted facial expression that is not inviting. Conversely, a positive attitude is like entering a bakery, right from the […]
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