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[2003-12-29] Developing Punctuality In Your Employees
Dear Susan,
How do I motivate people/ co-employees to come to work on time?
J.
[2003-12-29] Coping with Business Social Events
Susan,
Work holiday parties are a time when I often find myself pulling my foot out of my mouth - that's why I dread them - and why I study EQ.
[2003-12-29] Dealing with Bullies Around the Office
Hi there Susan,
I have worked for a corporate company for 19 years - My MD is an extremely "driven" individual and is very hard on himself. This character trait has changed recently to being one of total domination (especially regarding ideas or opinions)
[2003-12-29] Greasing the Path to Success: Finding the Confidence to Step Up to Key Moments
Whether it's making a prospecting call to a promising business contact, giving an informal "elevator speech" to a networking group, or attempting to close a transaction, there are certain key moments when putting your best-dressed foot forward really matters. Some of life's fortunate people seem to be naturally at their best finding confidence under pressure. The rest of us have to learn.
[2003-12-22] Stop Spam: How To Escape The Spam Hell-Hole
If you're anything like me, you're pretty sick of it, and just want it to stop. What? Spam, of course. This article gives you a solution to radically, and quickly, reduce the amount of spam messages you receive to a bare minimum.
[2003-12-12] Shopping For Real Estate - How To Pre Qualify for that Loan
If your in the market for real estate property whether for a home, rental unit as investment etc. you need to have an idea of what price range you can afford without over extending your budget and therefore causing you unnecessary financial stress.
[2003-12-11] Are you a "90 percenter"?
The answer to that question might just be the answer to your success or failure in business and in life.
[2003-12-09] Can Your Attitudes Kill You?
It has been said that people don't have attitudes, their attitudes have them. We tend to agree. Attitudes grow and develop out of what we have 'learned to believe' about the world around us, all its components and constituents. Our attitudes, for the most part, end up dictating our relationships with people (including ourselves,) places, things, concepts and ideas, our world at large, and the ultimate outcome of our lives.
[2003-12-08] Resolve to Improve Your Finances in 2004
Kick off 2004 with these 7 money resolutions and get a fresh financial start to the new year. At year's end, you'll be surprised at how much you've reduced your debt load and the money you've saved!
[2003-12-05] 21 Life Changing Questions You Can't Afford to Not Ask
Imagine finally taking off seven coats you've been wearing on top of each other for years and years. You've forgotten that some people consciously choose to live without seven layers of coats on even though most people are living that way.
[2003-12-05] Secrets to Better Time Management
Why is it that the Bill Gate's of this world are rich and famous? What secret do they know that the rest of us don't? If you study their lives closely, you'll discover the rich and famous have certain habits that attribute to their success. Successful people are very careful about how they spend their time. No matter how you slice it, we all have 24 hours in a day, so the key lies in learning to use our time wisely. Below are some ways you can dramatically increase your productivity through more effective use of your time.
[2003-12-04] The Futility of Managing From Your Bank Balance
If you needed to know what your cash balance was right now, would you look to your accounting system for the answer or would you call (or go online) with your bank?
[2003-12-04] Tough Times & Getting Tougher?
I live in Eugene Oregon. We have the highest unemployment rate in the nation. It's also the highest unemployment rate in Oregon's history, varying from 8% to over 15%.
[2003-12-02] How to Choose a Career Mentor
Who is your ideal mentor? Why do you desire this person for this most important role? Beware of a common mistake when attempting to make this decision, which is being impressed with someone's press clippings and career accomplishments.
[2003-12-02] (Striking a Career and Personal Life Balance) Six Books to Consider Reading
In my book "Eleven Leadership Tips For Supervisors," I offer a number of helpful hints and follow up questions for the reader to reflex upon. "Who Am I" is the title of chapter three. Work environment, health, wellness, spiritual and other personal questions are raised. The last question in this chapter is "how are all these things affecting your leadership style and effectiveness?" I conclude the chapter by stating "leaders do their best if they are taking care of themselves." Striking a balance between your personal and professional life is the key.
[2003-12-02] Supervising An Employee Who Applied For Your Current Position (Keys To Success)
A limited number of supervisory positions are available in most organizations. Employees may informally prepare themselves to become a supervisor. The position they have been preparing for might be revamped and the requirements could change. These types of decisions are normally shared with members of the management team. Because a job candidate is not always aware of management decisions, they can be utilizing a large number of assumptions to assist them prepare for a higher paying job. These factors can add to the feelings of disappoint, if a long time employee does not receive a promotion.
[2003-12-01] 1 Step Program in Achieving Your New Year's Resolutions
In Jack Canfield and Mark Victor Hansen's original "Chicken Soup for the Soul," I am reminded of the short story titled "Another Check Mark On the List." This is a story about a 15-year-old boy named John who, on one rainy day, when it was too wet outside to play, he decided to write a list of goals. John continued writing until he had 127 goals. These goals included exploring the Nile River, climbing high mountain peaks around the world and learning 3 foreign languages. He also wanted to be featured in a Rose Bowl Parade and play several musical instruments.
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