Okay, I admit it, I’m not a fan of Daylight Saving Time. I wish our clocks could be left alone, aligned with high noon.
There’s little evidence DST achieves its primary goal of energy savings. According to SleepBetter.org the Lost Hour costs the American economy $434 million in lost production and medical expenses. Regardless, we continue this costly practice.
Research shows that workers…
Have you noticed how knowing what to do is helpful only when it is combined with taking action?
You’ve heard it said, “Knowledge is Power.” Well, Dale Carnegie took it a step further when he wrote, “Knowledge isn’t power until it is applied.” He reminds us that if we want to achieve success in life something has to change.
“Knowledge is not power. It’s potential power.” writes…
The act of breaking off an engagement to be married, canceling the wedding plans, and managing gifts received is not high on any engaged couple’s list. Not only is it an expensive loss, with lost deposits and time, disengagement is emotionally painful.
According to Curt Coffman, Global Practice Leader for Q12 Management Consulting and coauthor of Gallup’s best-selling book, First, Break All the Rules, a large portion…
“It’s been another great month,” Tom reported to his managers. “Sales hit their numbers plus 3% … way to go Luke.”
“Thanks, Tom. I’m excited we exceeded October’s budget,” Luke beamed. “The guys really worked hard … and that means we qualify for our quarterly bonus!”
“Yes, way to go, we all know sales’ worked really hard,” Mary muttered to herself. Silently her thoughts yelled, “Must be nice….
As Darren Hardy sits with one of America’s most powerful businesswomen he asks, “What is the number one contributing factor to all the success you’ve had?”
His guest is co-chair of Disney Media Networks and president of ABC Television, one of the largest and most recognized conglomerates in the world.
“The number one key to success, here at Disney and really in every business, is the team.”…
The pressure was on.
Excessive turnover was just one indicator that Jennifer’s department was in decline. Like the flu, negativity had spread through her team. Trust was absent. Personal accountability did not exist. Finger pointing was the norm. Engagement affected the productivity of the entire department. Frustration spilled over onto frontline employees. Stress and unnecessary conflict had swelled to an all time high.
Drawing a line in…
Your team gathers for the Thursday meeting. Last week’s session was tough, its not easy to own your residence in Stuckville.
So a “friendlier atmosphere” is appreciated. Today team members don’t make the conference table the dividing line between the “Old Timers” and the “new blood”. As each manager give an update, you notice a shift in attitude.
You were encouraged when they…
