Is Your Business Prepared for Sudden Business Growth?
Are you prepared for sudden business growth? After the year many businesses have experienced it might sound like a silly question. However, I believe things will get better and for many organizations business will explode. Do you think I’m overoptimistic? Ask yourself the same question after the upcoming holiday season. I was fortunate to be [...]
5 Networking No-No’s
Before I get to the 5 networking no-no's, there’s a story behind this post. My best friend, my wife, was asked a judgmental question about a third-party at a event. My wife is more patient than I. Much more. She let the speaker finish then politely asked, “May I curse?” When the speaker consented she [...]
Quit Being Passive about Passive-Aggressive Behavior
My daughter isn't passive about passive-aggressive behavior. A few years ago, I spent part of the holidays in Florida with my youngest daughter and her family. Her 12-year-old daughter had just received her first two C's ever on her report card. It was her first time dealing with seven periods, multiple teachers, and the chaos [...]
6 People to Meet at a Networking Event
Have you ever considerer what people to meet at a networking event? Have you ever attended a networking event with little or no thought as to your purpose? I have. Treating a networking event as a social gathering to chat with friends and acquaintances may be fun, but it’s a waste of opportunities. The potential [...]
Do You Really Know What Motivates Your Employees?
So, do you think you know what motivates your employees? This might sound silly but the key to motivating anyone is to first understand what motivates them. Too often, well-intentioned leaders attempt to motivate their team with what works for the leader. What motivates the leader seldom motivates every individual on a team. And to [...]