Posts Tagged ‘employee development’
The Most Powerful Thing a Leader Can Say
This issue we share Lee Caraher’s take on how powerful admitting you are wrong can be. Enjoy!! The Most Powerful Thing a Leader Can Say by Lee Caraher “I screwed up; I apologize.” I don’t think a more powerful sentence exists for leaders to say out loud, in public, or to a person or team.…
Read MoreMicromanagers: Flushing Companies Down the Toilet, One Detail at a Time
Micromanagers: Flushing Companies Down the Toilet, One Detail at a Time by Jessica Marie People don’t leave bad companies. They leave bad bosses. They don’t leave flawed organizational structures and abandon lousy products and technology. They leave flawed leadership. No matter how brilliant a company’s products and/or services may be, if management is dysfunctional,…
Read MoreBeware the Smooth-Talking Job Applicant!
We really enjoyed Liz Ryan’s article “Beware the Smooth-Talking Job Applicant!”
Read MoreWhy Most Companies Never Hire the Perfect Person for the Job
When you begin the hiring process, is more time used for writing a long job description, or for assessing true needs? Today we share Jeff Haden’s perspective. Why Most Companies Never Hire the Perfect Person for the Job by Jeff Haden Want to hire superstars? Then trying to find the “total package” is the last…
Read MoreSix Ways to Be Seen as a Leader — in the Next 30 Seconds
We’ve discussed leadership in previous issues, and explored the characteristics that make a great leader. Whether you’re a CEO, manager, or supervisor, the article today has great insight into seemingly small things you can do that can reap great rewards. Enjoy. Six Ways to Be Seen as a Leader — in the Next 30 Seconds…
Read More5 Tips for Millennials Working with Boomers
Our previous issues have discussed ways which Baby Boomers can more effectively work with the newest generation in the workplace, Millennials. Today we’re turning the tide, and showing Millennials how they can better work with Boomers. If you’re a Baby Boomer, you’ll find this content insightful. Enjoy! 5 Tips for Millennials Working with Boomers by…
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