Post by M.J. Ryan, contributing Women On Business writer What if I told you you could improve employee engagement and create greater profitability and productive without spending a dime and expending only seconds a day? You can with a very simple action that too many of us take for granted—praise. Based on ten million workplace interviews in 114 countries, The Gallup … [Read more...]
You can’t control your staffs every word…
I was charged twice for an item at the fruit and vege shop so I took my receipt back with me next time. … [Read more...]
How to do a ‘skill stocktake’ in your workplace
Number 16 in The Boss Benchmark is about staffs unutilsed skills. It talks about doing a 'skill stocktake' in your workplace. I've recently written an article about how exactly you can go about this. You can read it here (full link is http://www.thebossbenchmark.com/How%20to%20do%20a%20skill%20stocktake.doc ). If you are trying to: * gain a deeper understanding of your … [Read more...]
When is Casual TOO Casual?
Post by Jane K. Stimmler, contributing Women On Business writer As women, we often find it tough to establish authority and leadership in the workplace – so why throw it all away with one “casual Friday” mistake? Dress down or “casual” days are a great idea – at least in theory. They allow employees to be a bit more comfortable and give latitude in what is acceptable attire … [Read more...]
Know all your staff really well
As a boss you may spend more time with some staff members than others. You may know a handful of staff really well, and know little about some others. … [Read more...]
Using the L Word in Business
I use it every day. The more I find myself engaged in relationships that cross both personal and professional boundaries, the less I try to resist. I can also say that the advent of social networking has made building true friendships easier at work where once a line was drawn. And dropping a "love ya," or a "sending love your way" comment seems to soften those lines even … [Read more...]
Prisoners making great workers in New Zealand
Ex- prisoners can struggle to find employment once they are back in the real world again. Faced with the benefit they find themselves turning back to crime to be able to afford to live. … [Read more...]
What is Your Company’s Corporate Culture?
Post by Jane K. Stimmler, contributing Women On Business writer Each organization has its own personality and reputation, which usually starts at the top and permeates down, and heavily influences how individuals view others and behave towards their co-workers. For example, some companies are more political than others, and even departments or divisions within a company can … [Read more...]
Do your employees deserve milk?
There are plenty of workers around who think it’s a bit crap that their employers buy the cheapest coffee and tea possible for the staff room. … [Read more...]
Gender Bi-Lingualism: A New Approach to Equality
Many companies in the United States and abroad have embraced the need for increased gender equality over the past couple of decades. As a result, gender diversity initiatives were formed to address the issue of fairness and equality in the workplace. Traditionally, gender diversity programs have involved setting up networks for women and specialized assertiveness training … [Read more...]