Tidy up your text by counting the number of words you use per sentence, and compute the average. If it’s between 15 and 20 words per sentence, you pass … Never offer praise and ask for a favor in the same conversation. It makes the praise seem like a setup … Looking for ways to fill your time at work? Always frame your request positively.
Don’t start a speech by citing “eight ways to beat inflation” or “10 rules of teamwork.” After the first one, your audience will quickly calculate how long you’re likely to talk, and zone out. Adapted from The Speechwriter’s Handbook of Humor, Robert Orben, Marion Street Press.
Workplace conflicts often arise because different people have different ways of doing things. Tips for navigating a clash of the styles:
Of the millions of iPhone 4 (and iPhone 3GS) users in the United States, most are unaware of the advanced shortcuts that can make them more efficient. Here are six ways to boost your productivity:
Great minds don’t always think alike, a new OfficeTeam study suggests. Work styles vary based on personality traits, communication preferences and organizational methods.
The best executive assistants are indispensable. But, initially, many have trouble developing the trust and understanding needed for a strong assistant-boss relationship. Trudy Vitti knows how difficult the initial steps of a new assistant-boss relationship can be …
When she won the Oscar this year, actress Melissa Leo made the mistake of dropping the F-bomb as part of her speech on live television. Tip: Prior to walking into a room or onto a stage, practice your spiel.
Should you really have to say something twice to get someone to follow through? The most effective managers repeat themselves at least once, according to Harvard researchers. Some even send three or four redundant communications.
Mind your business P’s & Q’s … Ask permission before giving feedback … Pose the right questions when you’re waiting … Is a cluttered desk the sign of a cluttered mind?
Another admin on your team just made a cringe-worthy mistake. It was so bad that, although you’re a team player, you’d like to make sure your co-worker is held accountable. Is there a way to place the blame in a professional way? Opinions differ among the experts.
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