Imagine this scenario: You're watching a medal ceremony during the Olympic Games. The gold medalist won with a clear margin, but the silver medalist kicks up a fuss because he thinks he's entitled to the gold. He insists on getting the gold medal, even though the competition was fair and the winner deserved his place. […]
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There's little doubt that the more expert knowledge a colleague demonstrates, the more respect he or she receives. Someone with an excellent overall understanding of a process, and a good grasp of the details, will be appreciated by co-workers as a valuable member of the team. But, problems can arise when a colleague who is supposed […]
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It's easy to accept the received wisdom of the workplace without giving it much thought. For example, you'll be an expert at something if you practice for 10,000 hours. You're more likely to achieve your goals if they are SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound). Playing to your strengths is the best way forward. There are […]
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Mike is as close to the perfect employee as you could possibly get. He's always at work 15 minutes before his shift started. He's productive, helpful toward colleagues and clients, uses his initiative, and often comes up with creative solutions to problems on the shop floor. Doing odd jobs that aren't part of his job description is never […]
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If you were to ask any manager to list his or her most awkward topics of conversation with team members, personal hygiene would surely be near the top. There’s a clue in the name — yes, this time it is personal. An office radio can be turned down, desk interruptions can be limited with a “do […]
Maybe you're the exception to the rule and you absolutely love meetings, but many of us don't enjoy them. Some meetings drag on for hours, without adding much value. Other meetings are held for no better reason than that it's the usual routine to have them. Regardless of how we feel about them, we all […]
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"Change is the only constant" ∼ Greek philosopher Heraclitus (535 B.C.-475 B.C.) Periods of change can be some of the most stressful and challenging times of our lives. Even positive changes can carry elements of uncertainty and self-doubt. Major changes in our personal circumstances, such as moving house or preparing for parenthood, can be both exciting and daunting. […]
Chances are, you probably work as part of a multi-generational workforce, with colleagues of all ages sharing projects and goals. There's also a good chance that, as a manager, you're overseeing colleagues who are older, and possibly more experienced, than you. But what if you feel (or know) that one of your workmates is not convinced […]
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Many people, when they start working, don't have clear goals or a definite idea of what their career path should look like. But many aspire to become a manager. They know they want to climb the corporate ladder, get recognized for their hard work or for being an expert, and become the "boss." They even say, […]
So, you've said your goodbyes, signed the contract, and packed your bags. Now it's time to start on a new adventure, and take your working life abroad. A mixture of excitement and fear overtakes you, as you wonder if you're fully prepared, whether you've made the right choice, and what this could all mean for […]
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