It is important to remember that from a performance and motivation point of view, most people desire to do a good job, and take pride in making a positive contribution. They also want the acknowledgement of those things that they…
Open Mind More Important Than an Open Door
It has been said that a good leader should have an open door policy and be accessible to his or her employees and other important relationships. However, accessibility is about both physical accessibility and interpersonal or emotional accessibility. For instance,…
Embrace, Manage Diverse Styles in the Workplace
When diversity in organizations is discussed, it is typically in the context of gender, race, ethnicity, etc. However, there are other ways in which co-workers can differ that are much more subtle, and yet can have a profound impact –…
Silence is an effective but underutilized tool
“So, Tasha, what do you think?” There is a momentary silence as Tasha attempts to digest what she has just heard, and let her thought process work on a response. But before she can get through her internal reflection, the…
Promoted to Manage Your Former Peers
Congratulations on your promotion! You have been a star contributor in your department, and have rightfully earned this opportunity to now lead the group. Beyond the expected challenges of learning the ropes as a new manager – administrative and human…
The Real Reason People Leave Their Companies
Upon submitting their resignations, employees will generally be asked by the company why they are leaving. A significant number of employees will respond that they found a “better opportunity.” This generic response is frequently given because it is a “safe”…
Employees Need to Engage and Speak Up
The concept of employee engagement in the workplace is getting more and more attention particularly now that research is showing a direct and positive correlation between employee engagement and profitability. Successful business outcomes are derived by the involvement of everyone,…
Take Steps To Get New Hires Off To A Good Start
Starting a job at a new company can create anxiety for even the most confident and successful professional. At the forefront, both parties want to feel that they made the right decision in choosing to work together. Here are some…
Attention Deficit Disorder: Workplace Asset and Challenge
Next week, October 16-22, 2011 is National ADHD Awareness Week, highlighting the significant impact of Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD) on millions of Americans. This awareness effort is being supported by a number of healthcare, education and consumer advocacy…
Comfort Zone Can Be A Danger Zone
A very successful business professional admitted that he had been resisting the way that technology had impacted his profession. His rationale was that he was accomplished and recognized in his field, and that there are a lot of people who…