There’s a good reason why sports like hockey and soccer use the term “goal” to describe points scored, hopefully toward a victory. In business, as in athletics, goal setting can also be really, really good – or woefully disastrous - just like seeing your opponent shoot the puck through the net instead of you. In [...]
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Who doesn’t want to feel valued? It’s human nature, in life and at work. Employees who feel they are a valuable part of your business have greater motivation, loyalty, productivity, and innovation. There are numerous research studies to prove it. To cite just a few recent statistics: Sixty-five percent of employees who are recognized for [...]
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Despite the assumption that many people automatically have, employee performance improvement plans (PIPS) are not designed as the first step toward firing someone. Yes, this may be the ultimate outcome, but only as a last resort. PIPs show an employee that their organization understands their current challenges and is taking an active role in supporting [...]
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Building and maintaining a successful workforce takes more than just hiring the right talent. Some factors need to be present for your employees to stay happy and motivated on the job. Without them, businesses tend to experience high turnover and dissatisfaction, overall negativity, and potentially irreparable damage to their reputation and brand. What do your [...]
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As you advance your job search, keep in mind that time management skills are always in high demand. Employers will assess your ability to effectively manage time because those who do are more productive, efficient, and likely to meet deadlines and deliver expected results. Time management is a combination of multiple skills that all add [...]
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A new hire’s first days, weeks, and months on the job can make or break their future with your company. And if they don’t stay, the reason for their departure is often related to an inadequate onboarding process. Twenty-three percent of new employees in one recent study said that if they had received clear guidelines [...]
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Finding the right job takes a lot of time, energy, and resources. And it’s important to keep track of it all so you don’t miss a deadline, lose valuable contact information, or forget to make a follow-up call. Start by taking a deep breath and developing a system for staying organized throughout your search. There [...]
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Maybe it’s a stretch assignment. Or a lack of communication. Maybe a project has been misassigned … but whatever the problem is, if your team is struggling, it’s up to you to help its members overcome their issues. By being patient and understanding, and taking a few thoughtful steps, you can help that team return [...]
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Job interviews can be as nerve-racking for hiring team members as it is for candidates. After all, it’s a two-way process, and for an employer, it can make or break a really important decision: will you embrace a potential hire or cut them off at this point? The stakes are high. The good news is: [...]
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There’s a lot of chatter around work-life balance, with good reason. What it all boils down to is this simple but profoundly important tenet: When you put your people first, they’ll put you first as well. The rest will follow from a business standpoint: higher engagement, better morale, increased loyalty and retention and improved productivity. [...]
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December 31, 2021
