A ‘Conspiracy of Silence’ Creates an Organizational Tolerance of HarassmentThe loss due to this negative behavior is enterprisewide
Thu, 03/21/2013 - 09:19
The leader’s role is to create a smooth operating organization without barriers that may inhibit employees from improving their personal productivity. The presence of harassing behaviors and those who would use them against their co-workers… Leaders Need to Focus on Questions Rather Than AnswersThe questioner serves as an inner voice and encourages disciplined thinking
Mon, 03/11/2013 - 16:53
When there is a problem, where do leaders begin to address it? A good place to start is going to the employees directly affected by the problem and asking questions about the issue—without it seeming like an inquisition. Developing a tactical… Motivation Must Be Personal to Be EffectiveManagers: Start with a genuine interest in each employee
Tue, 02/19/2013 - 12:17
All employees are unique as to what drives them to do their best and excel in their profession. Most work as expected, but the motivated employee will go to great lengths to exceed expectations. The key is for managers to discover what truly… Good Managers Create Better EmployeesRealistic goals and adequate support are only the beginning
Fri, 02/08/2013 - 10:53
At a sporting event, cheerleaders are present for the single purpose of providing support for their team. The same applies to the manager in the workplace. Once plans and programs are in place, it becomes the manager’s responsibility to provide the… A Team’s Foundation Is Built on Structure and FocusWith no mission, rules, or boundaries, teams will encounter chronic problems
Fri, 01/04/2013 - 10:18
Problems can arise throughout team development and management, but leaders must pay particular attention to the structure and focus of the team. There are many potential pitfalls associated with establishing a team’s mission and focus. These… Great Leaders Absolutely Love What They DoTheir passion is contagious, and it inspires their companies to grow
Thu, 12/06/2012 - 14:05
Great leaders are passionate. They possess an absolute love for what they do. In an April 2010 interview with Stephen Fry of Time magazine, Steve Jobs, CEO of Apple, observed, “I don’t think of my life as a career... I do stuff. I respond to stuff.… Critical-Thinking Companies Look and Operate DifferentlyOrganizational shortsightedness holds everyone back
Tue, 10/30/2012 - 11:41
Alack of critical thinking within organizations can be severely damaging. Critical thinking is needed for problem solving and for generating innovative ideas and solutions. Without it, new paths and avenues fail to be fully explored and forged.… Assessing Employee Growth and DevelopmentA performance review serves a twofold purpose
Thu, 10/04/2012 - 13:24
Effective leaders manage by keeping their finger on the pulse of their employees’ key activities. When tasks and assignments are delegated, leaders must take the time to review each employee’s progress against goals to determine what, if any,… Focusing Employees on Common GoalsOrganizations seeking growth must ensure their employees also grow
Thu, 09/27/2012 - 11:26
The overarching principle behind organizational development is that all employees have a wealth of knowledge and experience that can be harnessed and tapped into, which enables the organization to grow. Managers are the organization’s primary… Face Change, or Face ThisSix consequences of not dealing with change
Thu, 09/20/2012 - 11:00
In their constant quest to improve results, managers are overwhelmed and burdened with many tasks and responsibilities. It is easy for them to ignore the challenges that confront them while hoping that issues will resolve themselves. However, rather…
