Lethargy at work is a common problem that has a significant impact on productivity. By addressing the factors that contribute to lethargy at work, employers build a more productive and positive work environment.
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If you’re the Boss, you know you can’t just be ‘one of the girls’ or ‘one of the lads’. But you have to be friendly if not a friend. You don’t want to be Rules Rita or Rules Roy, do you? In any case, it doesn’t work! Enjoy the video.
Continue readingTransformational Leadership
Only the brave escape the fortress of Hierarchical Authority. Going ‘out there’ without your protection feels scary. In the beginning, it probably will be scary.
Continue readingOne third Overstaffed?
I’ve been saying it for years. Now there is proof!
Continue readingLearn what to see and what not to see
While you’re walking around greeting everyone at work, do you sometimes notice things that you don’t like? How do you react?
Continue readingAutocratic Leadership
There are times when autocratic leadership can be the right thing. How about “Run! Everybody out! The buildings on fire!” Is this good leadership?
Continue readingFalse References
Have you ever hired someone and came to the conclusion that the reference didn’t do the person justice? Maybe you thought a good reference was given to help the person move on? All a matter of judgement of course. Enjoy the video
Continue readingCharismatic Leadership
The charismatic leader knows the team. They all think the leader is amazing. What could possibly go wrong?
Continue readingTOXIC PRODUCTIVITY
Not all ‘productivity’ is good. The word is used for a ratio of something to something and is able to suggest ‘improvement’ without defining improvement of what. Be careful with the term. Watch the video!
Continue readingManage yourself ( before managing others)
Before you can use the soft skill of empathy, you need to be in a good place yourself. Stress, over-work, and poor physical condition do not make for empathetic reflection. Enjoy the video.
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