How To Use W Edwards Deming (13 Jun 2006) Human beings and the way they interact are extraordinarily Complex.
Deming tried to define that complexity.
Do You Hear That? (13 Jun 2006) 70% of workplace errors happened because of communication breakdown. Many are a direct result of a lack of listening skills.
Do you know what type of listener you are and how it affects you?
A Management Strategy (13 Jun 2006) When managers get their management so wrong, do they think it is wrong, or do they think they are doing a good job?
Understanding How Change Has Changed (13 Jun 2006) There is an assumption that "change" is a single traumatic event that is thrust upon us and over which we have no control. We examine what a dated concept this is and how by changing the way that we view "change" we can use it to create performance improvements instead of as a new way to annoy the workforce.
Successful Managing Through Delegation (13 Jun 2006) Proper delegation allows any manager to run a smoother, more effective business. If tasks are handled correctly by the manager, the entire team benefits. Understanding how to best use your delegation skills is an important characteristic of any successful manager.
Status Quo Pep Talks That Can Threaten Your Leadership (13 Jun 2006) Summary: One of the biggest obstacles leaders face when trying to institute change in an organization is the status quo. Here is a way of recognizing the status quo for what it is, your determined, skilled opponent.
Ten Steps to Take the Work out of Work – Replicate Yourself! (13 Jun 2006) Managing can be hard work - if you try to do it all yourself. But if you don't do it all yourself, you run the risk of the work not being up to the high standards you require. So how do you go about getting both needs met, high standards and a life for yourself? Read on to find out…
Follow Up: It Makes A Difference (13 Jun 2006) If you want to stand out from competitors, then take a proactive approach and follow up often with customers.
Boost Your Leadership Skills By Disciplining Yourself In The Way Of The Question Mark (13 Jun 2006) Summary: The author contends that one of the most effective, least understood and seldom used leadership tools is the question mark. Here is a systematic way to use the question mark in your daily leadership activities that will enable you to be a much more effective leader.
Tales from the Corporate Frontlines: The Role of Character in Leadership (13 Jun 2006) Senior management is often defined as the team of individuals at the highest level of management who have the day-to-day responsibilities of operating the organization, as well as for the development and implementation of the corporate vision and direction strategies. This article illustrates the importance of having a senior management team that has the character to abandon unsuccessful strategies, admit failure, and move on.
Coaching Employees in the Workplace (13 Jun 2006) Coaching employees guides new hires, develops leadership among employees, and provides a collaborative effort in the success of the company.
Training Managers and New Trainers (13 Jun 2006) This article clarifies the importance of internal ties within a company. It is through the interpersonal relations that the training business thrives. Provided within this text are guidelines for training managers in search of new trainers and the things to keep in mind in order to ensure success.
The Ins and Outs of Internal and External Relations (13 Jun 2006) The importance of internal public relations is often overlooked. This article explains how a mix of internal and external relations pave the way to success; four simple and easy tid-bits to keep in mind.
How to Manage Your People Well: Tips for Managers of Training (13 Jun 2006) This article is a how to on managing trainers. It provides quick tips for survival and success in the training world. The guidelines will help to provide a number of different perspectives in any given situation.
The Changing Boss-Secretary Relationship (13 Jun 2006) A secretary, although given less prestige, is an integral part of the management team. This article discusses how you can improve your boss-secretary relationship and how it will benefit you in the long run.
Improved Communication to Improve Results (13 Jun 2006) Tips on how to improve communication between supervisors and employees and what it can do for your business.
Try It Out On Your Team First (13 Jun 2006) Your staff can often take your idea, tweak it and improve it, if you give them the task. An enpowered team can utilize the great power in synergy.
Help for the Meeting-Weary Manager (13 Jun 2006) Most of us have found ourselves working on a team at one time or another. That means we have been asked to attend, and even participate, in lots of meetings. Unfortunately, few of us found these meetings to be particularly effective. Many in fact are a complete waste of valuable time and resources.