De-stress Your Workspace!
Do you work well in a high-stress environment? I don’t. I’m the most productive when I’m in a relaxed environment. It’s important to me to have a stress free workspace. Here are some tips you might want to put in place for your workspace.
When considering changes to your workspace, here’s rule #1: If it feels right to you, it is right. That rule is primary; the following specific suggestions are secondary.
1. Make your workspace look attractive to you. Remember that where you work, you also live. Given the amount of time you’ll be living in… Continue reading
Thank You!
I recently attended a panel discussion where I was reminded of the power of appreciation. The panel consisted of people who had foundations to give away money. The question was asked, what has been your most important lesson when it comes to fund raising? The answer – remember to thank your contributors!
Wow, so simple and yet so powerful. How many times do you say thank you in a day, a week, a month? How do you show your appreciation to those around you?
Appreciation can become a habit that is second nature to you. Creating any habit… Continue reading
Leaders Wanted!
Succession planning, a topic of much discussion over the last several years. Important and some would say vital to the continuation of the organization. Not only critical for the CEO, but also for all leadership positions in the organization.
Here are some advice and tips for you.
1. No one can do it like you! You’ve been on the job a long time. You’ve learned so much. You have a style of your own. You make decisions and run the organization your way. You’ll never find someone who is as great as you – the faster you can accept… Continue reading
I can do everything!
Yes you can – which can confuse everyone.
Yes you can – which can leave you exhausted.
Yes you can – and not very well.
You own your own business and you’re just starting out. It’s a scary time and you want as much business as you can possibly have. You take on projects… Continue reading
Negative Attitudes
I surveyed a group of managers and supervisors recently to be ready for my first day of training with the group. The question was: “What is your single biggest frustration that you find at work?” The most frequent answer was – negative attitudes at work.
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