Some people would never “friend” a co-worker on Facebook; they try hard to keep work and personal lives separate. Others blend the two—letting professional and personal contacts co-exist on social media sites. If you’re attempting to let your friends and co-workers mingle on your Facebook page, keep this tip in mind:
Save yourself the embarrassment of saying “Nice to meet you” to someone you’ve already met, and forgotten. Instead, say “Nice to see you.” This general greeting will save you from seeming forgetful.
What’s the most satisfying reward you can receive for a job well done? Respondents to a “SmartPulse” survey, conducted by Smart-Brief on Leadership, were roughly split three ways:
Since you can’t complete everything on your to-do list today, know what can wait until tomorrow with the least consequence. This strategy turns procrastination into a time-management tool.
No one is immune to resentment, but it’s been said that holding onto a grudge is like taking poison and hoping the other person will die. Instead of focusing on what you would change in somebody else, turn your attention to what needs to change in you. First steps:
If you want everyone to arrive on time for your meeting, don’t set it on the hour, half-hour or quarter-hour. Set it for something like 8:07 a.m., suggests consultant Charlie Hawkins. “They’ll come on time for curiosity, if nothing else,” he says.
Ten people to include in your network: 1. The Mentor 2. The Coach 3. The Industry Insider 4. The Trendsetter 5. The Connector 6. The Idealist 7. The Realist 8. The Visionary 9. The Partner 10. The Wannabe.
Next time someone asks “When could you have it ready?” resist the temptation to blurt out the earliest–and possibly unrealistic–date just to please the client and show your efficiency. Instead, ask, “Is time a factor for you?” The answer will tell you the real time frame. You may find that time isn’t a major factor, […]
Could co-workers benefit from a little more interaction? At public relations firm Conover Tuttle Pace, employees swap desks for a few weeks to spark cross-company chats and fresh ideas. Here’s how they do it:
“Catch them doing something right” is a classic management tool that works both ways. So, give the boss an occasional pat on the back. Tell the boss that he or she delivered a dynamite presentation or that you appreciate the latest office perk.
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