A Matter of Control
Summary: Do you find yourself with employees and saying “if you want it done right – do it yourself”. It’s about control. Try these three steps to let them work better and remain in control. When it comes to working with people one of the things we have to do is let them do their job. I know it […]
When They Won’t Play Nice
Summary: Frustrated by two employees not working well together, try one of these three tactics. What a frustrating situation – you have two great employees who do their jobs wonderfully and the customers love them EXCEPT they can get along with anyone else. Arg! The real frustration is because they need to work together.
Brain Teaser Point of View
Summary: Just like puzzles or brain teasers, by viewing people from a different view from out own can lead to good changes. I am a self-proclaimed puzzle or brain teaser addict. Luckily for me, my six year old has the same fascination. While working on a puzzle together and explaining he needed to look at […]
The Best of 2011
I may be a David Letterman wannabe…I thought a good way to send off 2011 was a recap of the most popular blog posts. Hope you agree, here they are!
Conduct your Team like an Orchestra
Summary: Have you ever watched a conductor with their orchestra? Imagine yourself as the conductor in your business. Have you ever watched a conductor with their orchestra? Each musician has their piece of music, surrounded by their peers some playing the same instrument and other playing a different instrument. The conductor stands up on the […]
A Time to be Thankful
Summary: This is the time of year to be thankful. I would like to add to the typical list. What are you thankful for? This time of year has all of thinking about being thankful. Being thankful for our family and friends. I would like to add to the list – passionate work, co-workers, and […]
Focus on You!
Summary: In business we tend to focus on the business, clients, employees, etc. take a break now and focus on you! Yes, focus on you. Usually I ask you to reflect on how you can contribute to a better workplace, be a better boss and overall improve your leadership. Today, I want you to be […]
Reform your micromanaging ways
Summary: Are you micromanaging your employees? If so, you are creating human robots. Reform your ways! Have you found yourself giving a person a job to do and then following up constantly? You know what I mean, at each step along the way you are asking questions or you go back to them and say […]
Saying Goodbye is the Hardest
Summary: People will leave a business for many reasons. How you handle their departure can give you insight and keep you reputation. People leave a business for many reasons. Promotion, better salary, flexible work hours, to work closer to home or its just not working out. Regardless of the reason when someone leave it can be […]
Is the weather affecting your business?
Summary: Is the weather affect your business, your employee productivity – you may not be able to change the weather but here are some ways to get passed it. Today it has been raining and for me that means I have a tendency to move a little slower. I know, not a good thing to […]