More From Alex Hiam
Team Play
You and your employees are a team, so make sure you act like one. These ideas will help you build the bond.
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The Secret to Entrepreneurial Success
You probably care more about your company than any other person does. And that may be all you need to remember to make your business a success.
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Do You Need to Be Ruthless to Succeed?
Not if you want to grow a business, earn the trust and commitment of employees and customers, and create sustained bottom-line profits.
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When to Divulge a Company Crisis
It may hurt your company to let customers know what's really going on, but it can kill your company not to.
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Finding the Time to Lead
Don't have the time to cultivate good employees? <i>Make</i> time! You'll thank yourself later.
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A Job Well Done
You won't boost employee performance without the right training and supervision.
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Employee Recognition: Why It Matters
Rewarding employees for a job well-done will do wonders for their performance--and your bottom line.
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Leading in the Splash Zone
Ken Blanchard's <i>Whale Done!</i> proves the power of positive reinforcement with your employees.
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Be a Manager, Not a Police Officer
If you only jump in when employees have done something wrong, then it's time to take a closer look at your management style.
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Rumor Has It.
Is the rumor mill out of control in your company? Keeping the communication lines open ought to take care of the problem.
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Keeping Your Employees Moving Forward
Of horses and carts and management: helping your employees understand what their jobs are
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Is Asking Questions Motivational--or Just Plain Irritating?
It's OK to ask questions. But be careful not to step on any toes in the process.
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Having a Positive Influence
Get employees and customers to do what you want by giving them what they want.
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Overcoming "Security Screener Syndrome"
When jobs are repetitive and boring, they will not be done well. Have you examined your employees' job descriptions lately?