“Leadership is the art of getting someone else to do something you want done because he wants to do it.” - Dwight D Eisenhower Visionaries fill the top leadership roles. Two notable figures in American history whose vision had a universal impact are Martin Luther King, Jr. and John F. Kennedy. Their speeches, (“I’ve got [...]
Workplace conflicts between managers and employees are common. The difference between resolving conflict and total office chaos is whether or not you take swift action to handle the matter or choose to ignore it. Handling conflicts with subordinates can be uncomfortable for company heads, however, ignorance will only add fuel to the fire. An alternative [...]
“Check your attitude at the door” is a familiar cliché used to deter individuals from entering a place with a less-than-congenial demeanor. Whether you are a full-time, or temporary staff member, adhering to this saying will give a boost to your career. Your demeanor in the workplace can put you on the fast track for success, [...]
No matter the size of your business, payroll is a primary function. Are you proficient in how you process your payroll? As you plan for the forthcoming New Year, reflect on a few of the detriments of in-house payroll processing and consider the alternatives that can have a positive impact on your bottom line. Benjamin Franklin [...]
Planning and preparation are essential elements for thriving companies. Are you ready to jump into 2019 with confidence and a clear, concise plan? Begin now with your 2018 analysis. SWOT: Before you establish an annual plan, perform a SWOT analysis – a valuable tool for evaluating your industry Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats. The analysis [...]
Excitement rises as the Holiday season approaches. Decorations make their way out of the attic, and office storage, people scurry around in search of the perfect gift for family, friends, and office Pollyannas, while folks plan for holiday festivities. To say the Holidays are stressful is a gross understatement; consequently, the added stress and distractions pose safety threats [...]
Gratitude turns what we have into enough, and as Melody Beattie said, “Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow.” Thanksgiving tends to turn our thoughts and hearts to gratitude. We pause, reflect, and give thanks for the goodness we often overlook. We feel warm and happy inside [...]
Order creates a sense of professionalism and generates an atmosphere where team spirit thrives and opens the door to higher levels of productivity. It also invokes a feeling of confidence, competence, and control. Best of all, a well-organized office tells the world – well all who enter in – that here is a company/leader who [...]
Do you have a desire to change the world? Does passion burn bright in you for every activity of your life, especially your work life? Then you have a game changer mentality. What is a game changer? A game-changer is a maverick: a person that effects a dramatic shift in the current way of doing [...]
Fall is prime time for business owners and corporate leaders to plan for the upcoming holiday season - a juggling act for leaders as they organize staff vacations, time off, office celebrations and festivities, and workloads. Keeping employees on target while maintaining their focus can be a challenge. If you implement a few of the [...]
