I saw this quote today, and it struck me… “Stop wishing – start doing!” How many times have we “wished” for something new, different, or better? And wishing is not … Continue reading Stop Wishing. Start Doing!
Stop Wishing. Start Doing!
Category: Success Strategies
Perennially Late? Read this…
I’ve written about his previously – why it is strategically suicidal to be the person who is “always 5 minutes late.” If you can get there 5 minutes late, you … Continue reading Perennially Late? Read this…
It’s OK to Single Out Awesome Performance
Many managers struggle with the idea of singling out and praising a high performing team member. They may be concerned with being accused of showing favorites, or just feeling awkward … Continue reading It’s OK to Single Out Awesome Performance
General Praise Doesn’t Work
Most of us have drunk the kool-aid that says praise is motivational. I agree. To a point. I believe that SPECIFIC praise is motivational. There’s a difference. We’ve all experienced … Continue reading General Praise Doesn’t Work
Employee Wars – When to Get Involved
When people work together, invariably two of ’em won’t get along. They’ll feud. Or even declare war. What’s a manager to do? The answer is NOT to play referee. Unfortunately, … Continue reading Employee Wars – When to Get Involved
Back Stabber or Back Patter?
So much has been written and said about the value of a “pat on the back.” It is motivational. It shows acknowledgement. It is praise. And it confounds me when … Continue reading Back Stabber or Back Patter?
It’s OK to Single Out Awesome Performance
Many managers struggle with the idea of singling out and praising a high performing team member. They may be concerned with being accused of showing favorites, or just feeling awkward … Continue reading It’s OK to Single Out Awesome Performance
Your Outlook Calendar – Friend or Foe?
The emails to set up a meeting in your office probably look something like this: • Tuesday I’m free all day, and Wednesday after 2:00 • I can do Tuesday … Continue reading Your Outlook Calendar – Friend or Foe?
How to Excuse Yourself from a Networking Conversation
I love this post by my friend and fellow speaker, Michael Goldberg. He helps us with great advice on how to excuse yourself from a networking conversation. About how long … Continue reading How to Excuse Yourself from a Networking Conversation
Ten Tips to Help You Zero Out Your Inbox
To kick off “Clean Out Your Inbox Week” January 25 – January 29, we offer these 10 tips to help you get to “zero” by the end of this week! … Continue reading Ten Tips to Help You Zero Out Your Inbox
Has Digital Distraction Replaced Daily Planning?
Before the advent of e-mail, social media, smart phones and nearly constant electronic interruptions, daily planning was a strategy that was used quite effectively in the business community. Not so … Continue reading Has Digital Distraction Replaced Daily Planning?
