Posts Tagged 'workplace'

There are basically two ways to build a team. Inherit one or build one from scratch. While many managers have the “freedom” to chose whom they want to hire, there are more managers who inherit an existing team, which can quickly lead to mistrust, uncertainty, and fear if you don’t manage your transition with intentional …

I wrote this article in 2008 during the Great Recession. 12 years ago, and we’re still learning the same lesson today. While you can’t compare the loss of money to the loss of life, unfortunately, the longer it takes companies to get the lessons, the more costly the lessons become. Original article here Managers, Learn …

 Ever feel your parents are annoying? I did. Active listening is the cornerstone to effective communication, leadership, selling and coaching. The FILTER and assumptions we create when listening will build trust or erode it. PROactive, Intentional listening improves relationships or destroys them. It makes the difference between being an average performer or mediocre salesperson …

It broke my heart when this client said to me, “I’M SO TIRED OF WATCHING MY CHILDREN GROW UP THROUGH PICTURES.” 52% of the workforce doesn’t like their job and sacrifices their life, family, values, passion and purpose. Here’s a story about one client who overcame the fear of leaving a financially rewarding job and …