This insightful article not only provides a comprehensive list of the essential characteristics that define effective leaders but also serves as an invaluable guide for individuals occupying leadership positions. Navigating the realm of leadership can often be a solitary journey, particularly when there is a lack of guidance following a promotion. Leadership is a multifaceted […]
Ever pondered the connection between crisis management and Humpty Dumpty? Picture Humpty Dumpty as that groundbreaking project, idea, or solution poised to catapult your organization ahead, leaving competitors scrambling to catch up. It could be a global game-changer, enhancing everything in its wake or a revolutionary product/service skyrocketing your stock value. Humpty Dumpty sat on […]
There is little doubt that positive reinforcement is the most potent of all interpersonal tools available to anyone in a leadership position. Unfortunately, it is a tool that is the most misunderstood and most misused in the workplace. Infrequent use of this tool can defeat the intention and be perceived as negative reinforcement. Positive reinforcement […]
There has been a lot of research over the years to try and discover why some leaders are more effective than others. Unfortunately, the major part has been based on what leaders say they do rather than actually what they do.. One researcher who has devoted their time to what leaders actually do, is Dr. […]
There are certain rules of human behavior that must be considered when developing a process of safety management. If you violate these rules, you will fail in your objective to develop a safer workplace. The rules themselves are simple, however, don’t be deceived because they have a great influence on human behavior. Rules of Workplace […]
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Many companies have employee volunteer programs, but for many companies in Europe, Canada and the US these programs are underfunded, underdeveloped and underutilized. This article is meant to offer a compelling reason why your business needs to invest (a bit more) in employee volunteering. This is also a great opportunity to make people aware of […]
With the thought of taking from your operating budget to spend on staff training initiatives, it’s understandable if you consider employee development an expense. Yet because the benefits of training are so numerous, it’s much more beneficial to consider training as an investment in human resources. The right staff training program can increase productivity, decrease […]
SMART goal setting brings structure and trackability into your goals and objectives. Instead of vague resolutions, SMART goal setting creates verifiable trajectories towards a certain objective, with clear milestones and an estimation of the goal’s attainability. Every goal or objective, from intermediary step to overarching objective, can be made S.M.A.R.T. and as such, brought closer […]