Autumn brings with it a “back to school” feeling that can be sated only with a seminar or course. And there’s no easier, more affordable source for online learning than iTunes. Find out about this new, free training resource that just might work in your organization.
August 17, 2010
Categorized in: Outlook
“The last sentence of an e-mail is like the last words of a phone call,” says Lynn Gaertner-Johnston, author of the “Business Writing” blog. So sign off with a courteous closing that suits the communication. A few examples:
Lay a foundation for success by comparing your responses to these queries: “When my colleagues think of me, what am I most known for?” and “What do I want to be known for?”
Would your company’s leaders benefit from hearing more feedback and ideas from employees? If the answer is yes, here’s a strategy to suggest to them: a
rewards program that doles out prizes for the best ideas offered by employees.
Find synonyms faster by right-clicking the word on your screen. That will bring up Microsoft Word’s thesaurus function.
August 13, 2010
Categorized in: Internet
Here’s an easy, nifty way to share a web site: Use the “Send Link” within your web browser. Internet Explorer, Firefox and Safari all offer the tool via the drop-down menu.
Boost your influence at work and elsewhere by listening. That’s Warren Buffett’s secret. He makes whomever he’s listening to feel like the center of the universe. The result: loyalty.
For most of us Office 2010 became available on June 15, 2010. While it had been released to some groups of customers back in April, the majority of us couldn’t avail ourselves of it until June. It seems to be a shocker for many because so many of us just got our hands on Office 2007 or are at least contemplating a near term migration to the new Office suite.
Feel exhausted, even on a vacation day? That’s one sign you’re being bullied at work, according to a “you know you’ve been bullied at work when …” checklist by Workplace Bullying Institute. Other signs that you’re in the bully’s bull’s-eye:
Need to say you’re sorry? Apologize immediately, face to face. Don’t wait or try to smooth things over with humor. Speak slowly, which will make the apology sound more sincere.
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