March 11, 2013

Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace: How to Develop Yourself & Your Team

Do you believe emotional intelligence is a skill you can develop in others?

Emotional Intelligence is the ability to create a balance between knowing what you don’t know and that what you do know can be improved.  It also means you have the ability to see the same knowledge and balance in others; teaching them how to be aware and create a good balance for themselves.  The ability to learn gives you authority, the ability to teach gives you power.  At the end of the day…and at the end of this article…I would like you to walk away with an...Continue reading

By Lisa WoodsPosted in Professional Development on March 11, 2013

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March 7, 2013

Employee Engagement: Myths, Opportunities & The Role Of HR

Are your employees committed to achieving business results?

By Mark Herbert, Principle Mark F. Herbert & Associates, Inc. and New Paradigms LLC Imagine a company where employees come to work engaged, determined and committed to support the goals of the organization (physically, psychologically, and emotionally).  95% of the time this is the case when an employee starts working for you; before things get in the way of their enthusiastic engagement. What gets in the way? Unclear expectations A variance in what the employee is doing and what we want them...Continue reading

By Mark HerbertPosted in Human Resources on March 7, 2013

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March 6, 2013

4 Steps to Effective Strategic Planning & Implementation

Learn to “Charter” Strategic Initiatives, Manage Accountability & Achieve Results

By David Shaffer, Business Advisor & Executive Coach, David Shaffer Consulting LLC Most companies schedule their management retreat to develop and establish the strategic direction for the remainder of the year, as well as a 3-5 year outlook. The process, although it can contribute to team building by “getting away” from the daily grind, frequently does not result in strategy. That’s because what starts as a noble intention or cause ends with little to no accountability, letting...Continue reading

By David ShafferPosted in Leadership & Teambuilding on March 6, 2013

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March 4, 2013

Overcoming Disconnect Between Middle & Upper Management

Is your management team preventing growth or are they a competitive advantage?

Two common themes exist in most organizations.  “Upper Management is too distant.”  “Middle Management is too independent.”  Essentially they are saying the same thing right?  There is disconnect between management levels that causes animosity, poor moral, and an inability to get things done efficiently & effectively.  Now, I could write this article about how to overcome disconnect by dealing with the problems, but I’m sure you can read about that...Continue reading

By Lisa WoodsPosted in Leadership & Teambuilding on March 4, 2013

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February 28, 2013

3 Steps to a More Productive Day: Focus Tips For Managers

Stop multi-tasking and focus on what you are good at.

By Jayne Jenkins, CEO, Churchill Leadership Group We all have 24 hours in a day, but why does it feel like some managers get more done than others? Do they survive on 4 hours sleep like Margaret Thatcher? Maybe they don't have families or they possess magical superpowers?   For me I need 6-7 hours of sleep, and to be honest, there is enough data on human wellness out there to convince me not to give up this true "regeneration time." I am a high energy A-type personality and for a long time I...Continue reading

By Jayne JenkinsPosted in Management on February 28, 2013

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February 26, 2013

Be More Candid in Your Professional Conversations

Learn what to avoid & how to best prepare for candid discussions.

By Deb Calvert, President, People First Productivity Solutions In any given work week, there is at least one conversation you’d rather not have. One conversation that you know won’t go well, where people will express emotions that make you uncomfortable. One conversation where you may hold back because you don’t trust your own emotions or reactions. One conversation that can overshadow the whole day, week or workplace. Why not dodge these uncomfortable conversations altogether?...Continue reading

By Deb CalvertPosted in Communication Skills on February 26, 2013

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February 26, 2013

Professional Mentoring: How Business Management Consultants Can Help

Here are some tips to identify candidates.

Passed over for a promotion? Unsure of how to solve a problem in your department? Choose wisely how you proceed, keeping in mind Albert Einstein’s definition of insanity: “doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” Self-doubt is not the answer, nor is a common tendency to "just get by”, they both get in your way of doing things differently. Don’t forget that your employer recognized your potential when he or she hired you, so you have the...Continue reading

By Lisa WoodsPosted in Professional Development on February 26, 2013

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February 26, 2013

Career Mentors Can Provide Valuable Business Skills Training

Tips for Choosing a Career Mentor

Having a career mentor who can guide you in your field and recommend the skills and training necessary to help you succeed, is an invaluable career resource to help you prepare for future advancement. Your career mentor is a person who acts as your counselor, trainer and guide toward your desired career goal.   When Choosing a Career Mentor Consider the Following Tips: Look for a person whom you not only feel comfortable opening up to, but also has a great deal of experience in the field or...Continue reading

By Lisa WoodsPosted in Professional Development on February 26, 2013

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February 24, 2013

Top 3 Ways To Improve Profits Without Increasing Revenue

Are Cost Cuts & Efficiency Gains the Same Thing? Where Should You Focus?

There is a lot of debate these days about the value or damage arbitrary cost cutting can bring to an organization.  The reality is that many businesses are faced with this decision due to rising costs and decreased revenues.  So what is the best way to create a rebalancing of your business that allows you to grow, while surviving in today’s market?   The answer is not simply stated, but it can be simply mastered by leadership that educates and sets the parameters for efficiency...Continue reading

By Lisa WoodsPosted in Leadership & Teambuilding on February 24, 2013

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February 21, 2013

Testing Within The Agile Framework – Learn What’s Different

A New Approach to Programming Requires a Different Approach by Management

By Ron Montgomery, Management Consultant & Owner, OnPoint, LLC Agile is sometimes perceived as “cowboy programming,” devoid of discipline, and structure.  This perception is fueled by flawed rollouts that overlook the agile principles that espouse “working software.”  When properly implemented, agile is very disciplined and results in high quality, reliable software that is tested extensively.  Agile testing, however, requires a new approach.   Why is...Continue reading

By Ron MontgomeryPosted in Project & Process Management on February 21, 2013

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