An effective manager is capable of leading a team of diverse people to reach a set of goals. In business, those goals change often, and keeping teams motivated to achieve them is extremely challenging. The reason isn't rocket science. Adults have their own reasons for showing up to work each day, and their individual goals don't always align with the goals of an executive … [Read more...]
5 Tips to Use the Power of ‘Why’ to Boost Employee Performance
What motivates you to work? While many leadership teams think the secret to boosting employee performance and job satisfaction is based solely on monetary rewards, team building events, training, awards, and a long list of other recognition tools, for most people, motivation lies in just one word -- why. Think of it this way. How many things do you do just because? You have … [Read more...]
6 Ways to Effectively Work from Home
Working from home is fun. It gives you the liberty to be your own boss. Whether it is about scheduling a Skype call with a colleague or attending a client meeting—everything happens at your convenience. However, at the same time, there’s always a small window for being undisciplined. You have the choice to get up at noon, postpone an important call, and even to work at … [Read more...]
The Crushing of the American Spirit and Work Ethic
Part I: The Quest for Success “If this deal goes through, you will have the privilege of working for the largest Pharmaceutical Company in the world!” Ava looked around at the other 12 faces in the small department meeting that was happening in the midst of a chaotic and feverish corporate leadership conference. She quietly observed how not one person looked motivated, … [Read more...]
Ending Frustration At Work
There are a growing number of reasons why individuals can experience frustration at work. If you’re experiencing budget cuts, longer work hours, unclear organizational direction, or a cranky boss, you might find it difficult to stay positive. A lot of the situations you are facing have nothing to do with you, but you still are the recipient of the stress the situations are … [Read more...]
4 out of 5 Employees are Dissatisfied in Their Jobs [Infographic]
The annual cost from lost productivity caused by disengaged employees is estimated to be $550 billion per year, but it costs 20% of an employee's salary to replace him or her. It pays not only to keep employees engaged but also to keep them happy. Bolt Insurance put together an infographic that shares statistics about precisely how disengaged U.S. employees are and how … [Read more...]
Real Reasons Employees Leave Your Company [Infographic]
Why do employees leave your company? It's probably not for the reasons you think. Bolt Insurance put together the infographic below to identify the biggest reasons why employees leave their jobs and companies using information about the biggest stress inducers identified through research by the American Psychological Association and information about reasons employees leave … [Read more...]
Top 2013 Resolution for Business Women Should Be Saying No
NEWS AND INSIGHTS UPDATE: For many business women, saying "no" is difficult, but learning to say that two-letter word can have a very positive effect on your career, your business, and your life. Stephanie Chandler shared the story of her personal Just Say No campaign on the Forbes Work in Progress blog, and it's a great read for anyone who has trouble saying … [Read more...]
Finding the Right Job – Personal Satisfaction Matters
Life is short. We have heard that quote a million times, but as I watch the years roll by I know that it's absolutely true. It is important to do something you enjoy. Whether you work for yourself or for someone else, finding the right job is essential to enjoying life. If you are unsatisfied with where you are, take the plunge and look for something new. You are never too old … [Read more...]
It’s a thankless job (but it doesn’t have to be)
Penning a blog post about gratitude on Thanksgiving Eve is far from original, however it’s a topic that most of us can benefit from exploring each and every day. Especially in relation to that so-called Daily Grind, a part of our life oft void of gratitude for anything other than a paycheck. Or, a Facebook “like.” Whether you’re running your own business or coughing up … [Read more...]