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Five TIps for Dealing With Conflict at Work
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When others disagree with us at work over a decision, project or direction, we often find ourselves fighting to win.... Read More + |
Don't Panic - You're Not Supposed to Have All the Answers
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Leaders are supposed to know everything and display fierce confidence, right? Wrong. Pretending to have all-knowing magical superpowers is a sure sign of impending failure. The most effective leaders are readily able to admit their limitations and know how to ask for help. So, how comfortable are you with ambiguity? Image by Carey Ciuro.... Read More + |
How to Cope with a Toxic Boss
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I’ve counted 24 bosses over the course of my career. The longest I ever worked for one boss was four years. The shortest was for a few months. I’ve had good bosses and bad. I’ve had capable, competent bosses, and bosses who – weren’t. I’ve had bosses I liked, and ones I didn’t.... Read More + |
Leadership In the Mines
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I once had a boss who told me that our company’s leadership philosophy was called “Mushroom Management.” “Mushroom management?” I asked, confused. I had not heard about it in any of the corporate training classes. “Yeah, it's pretty simple," he said.... Read More + |
Any Road Will Take You There
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You may not have a plan all mapped out from A to B. But if God is on the move in your life, you can be sure you are on the right path. Read More + |
Nice Guys Finish…What?
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I’m reading the newspaper one Tuesday morning, and there on the obituary page I see a photo with a story about a local retired executive who had died of cancer. I stared. I could barely comprehend the words. I wrote speeches for this man for four years, and I wrote some of the best speeches I’ve ever written. I loved working for him. Read More + |
It's Okay To Feel Stupid Sometimes
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Feeling stupid is not all bad. In fact, it may be a sign that you are growing. Read More + |
Is it Taboo To Talk About Your Beliefs at Work?
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Scientists in elite universities feel that if they are reilgious they must suppress talk about their faith. But what about in business settings? Are spiritual discussions off limits? Read More + |
If It's Not the Swivel Chair: Managing Weaknesses
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If an employee performs inadequately or inappropriately, a manager should look first to "mechanics issues." "Stop it!" she scolded. The little boy did it again. Turn, turn, turn, went the swivel chair. "Just stop!" she raised her voice higher this time. He laughed, dark eyes wide open. Turn, turn, turn.... Read More + |
The Business of Playing Favorites
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The best managers spend more time and energy on certain employees-- their top performers. Read More + |
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