If you want strong leaders in the future, start developing them now—don’t wait until they’re already in leadership positions to give them the coaching they need. Posted by: Thuy Sindell Dear CEOs, Right now we are your employees, but in the future, we will climb the ranks, reach our full potential, and become the next… read more
by Eric Douglas Skillful leadership requires many things. Among them is awareness of your own leadership style – and how it affects other people. Knowing your style, and adjusting it to fit the needs of the situation, is one of the keys to being an effective leader. This tool describes four different leadership styles. It shows… read more
by Jacquelyn Smith, Business Insider The 15 minutes before a job interview can be harrowing. Job seekers are never quite sure what to do with that time — but experts suggest that you look in a mirror, take deep breaths, and do whatever else it takes to get focused and stay calm. “Those 15 minutes are… read more
by HR Solutions Blog Team Poor time management skills can result in missed deadlines, dissatisfied clients, and increased overtime costs. These concerns may be compounded in light of the new overtime rules(effective December 1, 2016), especially for employees who are reclassified as non-exempt. To help avoid unnecessary overtime costs and improve performance, here are 10… read more
With historically high budget deficits, ongoing financial market instability, and global competition, economic uncertainty may be around for some time. A good way to survive a challenging and unpredictable economy is smart money management. Here are some suggestions: Reduce your expenses. Start by examining your budget. Look for ways to cut back on unnecessary expenses…. read more
AUGUST 11, 2016 DAVID BERRY Your life is a story. Do you know what it’s about? Some people never ask the question. Others think about it but decide not to dig in too deeply. It’s a big question to answer and certainly not one you are interested in getting wrong. That makes not answering seem like… read more
by Michelle McQuaid An Interview with Professor Gretchen Spreizter Are people thriving in your workplace? Or are busyness, uncertainty, and ambiguity leaving them feeling overwhelmed and burned out? Let’s face it, navigating the highs and lows of workplaces these days can be challenging even for the most resilient of us. Having your people thrive at work… read more
In the article “Malcolm Gladwell Got Us Wrong,” the researchers behind the 10,000-Hour Rule set the record straight: Different fields require different amounts of deliberate practice in order for someone to become world-class. If 10,000 hours isn’t an absolute rule that applies across fields, what does it really take to become world class in the… read more
Just about every rural health care organization or facility is struggling to remain open in these difficult economic times. It is hard to keep the doors open and the lights on let alone meet the challenges of added regulations, staffing, and security. Don’t assume the fix to your problems is going to be cost cuts,… read more
by Isvari Mohan Bosses can make or break your career. A good boss can be a crucial mentor, a great boss can shape the rest of your career, and a horrible boss can make work – and even your personal life – miserable. Great bosses roll up their sleeves and work closely with their employees. They… read more