Trust men and they will be true to you: treat them greatly, and they will show themselves great.
Ralph Waldo on trusting and treating…
Tag: leadership
Dealing With Performance Issues
There’s no such thing as the perfect employee. No matter how great your staff are, the odds are that, at some point, they won’t be performing at their best. They’ll go … Continue reading Dealing With Performance Issues
Bosses – Want to Motivate? How About a Little Sincerity?!
It doesn’t take much. It isn’t difficult. It doesn’t make you vulnerable. Motivating tip: Share your sincere appreciation or observation! The authentic, specific, caring comment that you make, may be … Continue reading Bosses – Want to Motivate? How About a Little Sincerity?!
Trust – And Bring Out the Best in Others
Your trust will prompt better behaviors in others. Yes, it’s true! Yet, so many bosses and co-workers seem to go ither way with it. When in doubt, they mistrust rather … Continue reading Trust – And Bring Out the Best in Others
Quote: A Pat on the Back…
This is about negative or positive motivation. Which do you prefer? Which do you use? A pat on the back is only a few vertebrae removed from a kick in … Continue reading Quote: A Pat on the Back…
Five Ways to Use Email to Annoy Your Employees
Want to really annoy your employees? Use email. Improperly. Here are 5 ways: Send too many. The more email you send, the less your employees will read. The more you … Continue reading Five Ways to Use Email to Annoy Your Employees
The Two Most Motivating Words…
Have you ever stopped to realize how motivating the words “THANK YOU” are? These words have always been polite, appreciating, respectful, and caring… Thanks for the flowers Thank you for … Continue reading The Two Most Motivating Words…
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…
Does Your Staff Like Coming To Work?
It can be a real challenge to keep your staff motivated and energized. – Does your staff like coming to work? – Do they carry out their tasks enthusiastically? – … Continue reading Does Your Staff Like Coming To Work?
How to Say “No”… Nicely
Sometimes “no” is better than “yes.” Why are we so afraid to tell people “no”? Do we fear disappointing them? Might they think less of us? Are we afraid to … Continue reading How to Say “No”… Nicely
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?
