by jill on February 3, 2012
Managers often need to have challenging conversations with those they manage. Dress code infractions, absenteeism, and poor performance are just a few of the topics they might need to address. No one likes to conducts those meetings, but it’s always better to deal with the issues sooner rather than later. It’s also good to have [...]
by jill on November 8, 2010
A just-released study by the Center for Professional Excellence finds that, for the second year in a row, students aren’t making the grade as professionals in the workplace. Who was surveyed? Not only business leaders and HR professionals nationwide, but also current college students and recent graduates from around the country. Survey-takers said that less [...]
by jill on October 15, 2010
It’s election time again and you know what that means…attack ads, smear campaigns, finger-pointing, and shrill debates. You can’t seem to get away from the negativity that has become the US political process. In days gone by, there was a sense of civility and respect among candidates who peppered their remarks with “my esteemed opponent”, [...]
by jill on April 28, 2010
We all dread meetings that are disorganized and accomplish nothing. Here are 8 tips for attendees and 10 tips for those who organize them. Let me know if you have one to add! Business Meeting Etiquette