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When a Project Is Successful, It’s Time to Reward a Job Well Done
Your team just completed a big project. It’s one that took months to finish, and everyone worked hard to complete a job well done. You definitely need to reward your employees. People need to know that their accomplishments have not gone unnoticed. Additionally, creating some type of reward based system will boost morale, and this can be…
Read MoreTools to Keep Communication Lines Open In Your Team
Just imagine this situation: your new team is supposed to be working on a project together. Instead, they all sit around the table, working alone. This is a common problem because people may not wish to collaborate with people they don’t know well or they may find themselves thinking they alone will complete the project. No matter the reason,…
Read MoreStart out a New Team the Right Way
Anytime you ask a new group of people to work together, there can be several different types of tension. People who don’t know each other or who have never collaborated in a work environment may feel uncomfortable in the new situation or they may even feel so competitive that they accidentally create stress. If you are the leader…
Read MoreProblem Solving Often Requires Creativity
Creative Team Building Exercises Whenever a problem arises in the workplace, some teams or employees may find it very hard to solve those issues. That’s because creative thinking isn’t generally a part of the work environment. People are used to completing tasks and then moving on to the next; according to a set plan or policy. This is…
Read MoreDon’t Be a Grumpy Manager
It’s hard being a manager. You have so many responsibilities to your company and your employees. You must ensure all projects are completed correctly and you have to ensure all of your workers are staying on task. The problem with many managers, however, is that they get so focused on work that they develop a bad attitude, which then…
Read MoreDo You Know How to Boost Employee Morale?
The workplace can be stressful, tedious, and frustrating on occasion throughout the day. Because of this, employee morale can drop and that could lead to a loss in productivity, high turnover, and a general feeling of discontent. As a business owner or a human resources manager, part of your job is finding ways to keep the workplace running smoothly…
Read MoreThe Future of the Workplace – Virtual Teams
Are you ready to manage a virtual team? Like it or not, virtual teams are a growing trend in today’s business environment, and the trend is likely to continue. Employees love the flexibility to work on a variable schedule in coffee shops or a home office. Employers enjoy the enhanced productivity and integration of employees…
Read MoreReward Your Team with Trivia
Team building events don’t have to be boring. They don’t even require a specific productivity, communication or team development goal. Sometimes the most productive team building events are simple rewards for a job well done. Your team works hard. They are willing to put in the extra hours when deadlines get tight. They excel at…
Read MoreFlexibility Unlocks Productivity in Your Team
An increasingly competitive business climate presents challenges for companies, no matter what their size. As a leader, you need enhanced productivity from your team. At the same time, shrinking budgets places a limit on your ability to hire and retain the best people. Your employees are asked to work harder and work smarter and partner…
Read MoreTraining – How to Get Your Team Engaged
Does your team look forward to learning about new products or processes? Do they retain the knowledge you share during meetings and workshops? Corporate training doesn’t have to evoke groans and sighs from your team. With creativity, you can add excitement and engagement to training sessions. Staff training is a necessary part of business. You…
Read MoreCritical Thought and Creative Problem Solving
Critical thought is an important part of problem solving in today’s business environment. Your team must be able to weigh the evidence they collect and observe about business situations and use that evidence to determine the best course of action. How can you encourage critical thought on your team? Team building events that challenge the…
Read MoreExperiential Marketing – A Winning Strategy
Want to add energy to your marketing efforts? Experiential marketing is one of the best ways to create a buzz of excitement around your brand or your products. In fact, giving your customers and prospects an awesome experience to associate with your brand can take your marketing results to an entirely new level. Experiential marketing…
Read MoreCommunication is the Key to Team Collaboration
Technology has made it increasingly convenient for people to work from a distance. Flexible work situations, virtual teams, remote offices, and telecommuting are all a part of the modern work situation. Yet, business is about finding creative solutions to complex problems – and this is best accomplished through collaboration. So, how can you build a…
Read MoreThe Most Essential Management Tool: A Sense of Humor
Effective management is more than learning how to evaluate an employee, motivate a team, or manage a project to deliver an excellent outcome. Effective management is maintaining a sense of humor in the face of stress, challenge, and overwork. It’s about leading by example and showing your team how to stay positive in the face…
Read MoreEmotional Overload and Workplace Conflict
Stressful situations and high pressure work environments often create heightened emotions for even the most professional teams. When your team is suffering from emotional overload, conflict is right around the corner. There are steps you can take as a leader to reduce stress and emotional overload and minimize workplace conflict. Understand the Pressure: Are you…
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