If you’re like many employees, you probably have a boss who says they want new ideas, but then shoots down each proposal that you bring to him or her. As a result, you’re frustrated by such contradictory messages, and you’re wondering how to meet their expectations.
I know you’re busy. So am I. So are the people that you work with.
Everyone is busy.
So let’s stop talking about it. […]
Most managers want to be known as good managers. They want to motivate their employees to the best performance possible, maximize the resources they have and achieve favorable results. But making these goals happen is much easier said than done. […]
As a manager, you know that people management skills are important in all walks of life. Whether you’re rich or poor, employed or unemployed, a corporate CEO or a plumber, strengthening these skills can help you live the life you desire—not just at work, but in your personal life as well. […]
Do you hold your team accountable for the work that they do?
If so, have you trained them ahead of time and let them know what your expectations are so that there is no confusion or bad feelings later? […]
The next time you’re looking to fill a seat on your bus, remember that the bus is small, and everyone needs to get along. […]
The point is this: everyone has an idea in their head about what your company culture is. It’s your job to make sure that everyone’s thoughts and actions align with you. In marketing, they have what’s referred to as the “Rule of 7” which states that a prospect needs to hear the advertiser’s message seven times before they are likely to take action. As a manager, you’re selling your culture to your staff every day. Sell them something worthwhile. […]
Collaboration between members of your team can mean the difference between a good team and a great team. Even if every member of your team is producing at peak capacity (and let’s face it, they’re not), the team as a whole could still be more effective if they work better together. Managing a team, especially a team of creatives, can be equated to herding cats. They’re all great, but they’re also doing their own thing. What can you, as the manager, do to encourage and enhance the collaboration and communication of your team? […]
With all of these options, you’ll likely want to hire an independent contractor soon, if you haven’t already. There are many pros and cons related to working with this type of contractor. […]
You’ve just been promoted. Congratulations. Do you know what to do now? I didn’t. When I first became a manager I was completely in over my head. Talk about “impostor syndrome”. I was so clueless that I didn’t even know who reported to me and who didn’t.
But now, after leading multiple teams and hundreds of people, I can tell you exactly… […]
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