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Actual for You - Have you Said Your Praise Today ?
Aren't you tired of sitting around waiting for something to finally happen?I just got off the phone talking with my friend James. We spoke about how his business was doing, and I asked what he planned on earning this year. His response surprised me:'Making money's not my focus now. I don't really think this is the right time--I'm planning to just hold on until things get better.'James is usually pretty optimistic and 'survival' is not part of his normal vocabulary, so I started wondering about others I know: my consulting clients, people who take my DYBO business-doubling e-course, people I meet speaking.One client wrote they had 'survived' last year, but had 'done the unpardonable -- cut marketing.' Another told me, 'Well, we made it. But we cut half our sales force.' And a service provider I know reduced her total payroll from 130 to 75 people in the past s
Is this sounding vaguely familiar? If so, it's probably the right time for a quickie refresher on the ONE unbelievably simple thing you can do as a leader to keep your peoples' momentum and engagem
Any sales person will tell you that a large part of sales is in building relationships with people – the people who decide which products and services and companies their business will pay for. Corporate gifts can play a role in helping build those relationships at a number of different points. Here are five unusual occasions where a corporate gift can help build relationships and improve your bottom line.1. A New Business Opening There’s no better time to introduce your company and your services to a potential customer than at the very start. Keep an eye on your local business news to stay current on new business openings that can offer business for YOUR company, and drop them a “Congratulations!” gift. Make it something practical to stand out from the rafts of plants and flowers, and include a personalized coupon for a discount on their first order or consultation. Special
In a Leadership position, the pressure to perform is ceaseless. Hitting your numbers. Achieving your goals. Meeting your metrics. That's what's expected quarter after quarter. But, why is the race getting more intense? Why does each day seem like a perpetual revved-up Indianapolis 500? And, why is it that the pressure you are getting from above, that you send below and place within, seems to be getting "louder, longer, meaner"? That's what Aubrey Daniels, in his performance management bible Bringing Out the Best in People, contends. We're all hearing and sending the same messages:
Work harder.
Work faster.
Work smarter.
Be more creative.
Take more initiative.
And, if we don't get the desired results, we tell the same people again, usually the same thing. This time a little louder, or longer, or perhaps a little meaner.
Is this sounding vaguely familiar? If so, it's probably the right time for a quickie refresher on the ONE unbelievably simple thing you can do as a leader to keep your peoples' momentum and engageme
It is well known that approximately 97% of all startup businesses fail within the first three years. Many of these businesses were well intended but lacked the essentials for getting started. A number of the costly mistakes and disastrous failures could have been avoided if the owners had taken time to address three necessary components vital to a young businesses success – detailed planning, common sense, and current information.If you have made it past the dream stage it is time to plan your action. Initially several things should be considered to establish the direction of your business.•When do you intend to get started?o Remember to find a need and fill it. Before doing so try to determine if it is a valid need. Setting up a snowmobile shop in southwest Florida on the surface may seem novel and bold, but is it valid. You get the point. Look at existing industries and
Work harder.
Work faster.
Work smarter.
Be more creative.
Take more initiative.
And, if we don't get the desired results, we tell the same people again, usually the same thing. This time a little louder, or longer, or perhaps a little meaner.
Is this sounding vaguely familiar? If so, it's probably the right time for a quickie refresher on the ONE unbelievably simple thing you can do as a leader to keep your peoples' momentum and engagem
Car washes and cookie dough are old hat when it comes to fundraising. If you are looking for a new and exciting way to fundraise how about selling cosmetics. Women love the stuff, lip gloss, blush, eye shadow all the basics can be part of a fantastic fundraiser.As with any type of selling campaign you need to have a few basics points considered before you launch into your cosmetic fundraiser.First things first, test out the products you are going to sell. You want to be sure that the products you offer are high quality at a great price. You should be able to order a sample pack from the fundraising company for little or no cost. This will allow you to ensure you are only offering products you can be proud of.Secondly set up your goals. Decide how much money you are wanting to raise and how long you will be fundraising for. This will help your customers know what the
Work harder.
Work faster.
Work smarter.
Be more creative.
Take more initiative.
And, if we don't get the desired results, we tell the same people again, usually the same thing. This time a little louder, or longer, or perhaps a little meaner.
Is this sounding vaguely familiar? If so, it's probably the right time for a quickie refresher on the ONE unbelievably simple thing you can do as a leader to keep your peoples' momentum and engagem
Lots of people want to be in close protection to famous people. The truth is, Celebrity Details are probably the most coveted positions, but represent only one small sector of Close Protection.Details can range from accompanying a company MD to a shareholders meeting, to acting as a close protection/personal assistant to a celebrity, to the most dangerous work–protecting Diplomats from terrorist attacks.Most people who desire careers as close Protection have glamorous thoughts about the work. Well. First, if you are a big fan of a particular celebrity–do NOT seek employment as his or her CPO, the Chances are shortly after you begin to work for them you will no longer be a fan.Secondly, you must be willing to sacrifice your personal life, since all your time and attention will be focused on taking care of your principal.And by “taking care” I don’t mean just wearing
Work smarter.
Be more creative.
Take more initiative.
And, if we don't get the desired results, we tell the same people again, usually the same thing. This time a little louder, or longer, or perhaps a little meaner.
Is this sounding vaguely familiar? If so, it's probably the right time for a quickie refresher on the ONE unbelievably simple thing you can do as a leader to keep your peoples' momentum and engagem
Operating a successful home-based business is a time-consuming endeavor. This is doubly true as work-at-home moms in that we are responsible not only for the success of our business, but for our family as well. We must be self-reliant, self-motivated, and discipline ourselves in order to attain success in both areas.When running a business from home, it’s easy to let the phone calls, emails and paperwork keep you tied down, making you feel that you don’t have time to take a break or to spend quality time with your family. Maybe you’ve noticed that you spend a little more time than you’d like in front of your computer or on the phone. Maybe you see your kids acting out, trying to gain your attention. Perhaps you are seeing that this isn’t the work-at-home dream you envisioned. You started out with such noble intentions, but maybe the excitement of success in your business has caused yo
Is this sounding vaguely familiar? If so, it's probably the right time for a quickie refresher on the ONE unbelievably simple thing you can do as a leader to keep your peoples' momentum and engagement soaring and ease the strain of relentless pressure.
PRAISE – A Management Tool Honest, genuine praise. The stuff that NONE of us gets nearly enough of. Especially those sitting in the board room.
The Power of Positive Praise: Fast Facts * The number-one reason people leave their jobs: They don't feel appreciated.
* Sixty-five percent (65%) of Americans received no recognition in the workplace last year.
* Bad bosses could increase the risk of stroke by 33%.
* A study found that negative employees can scare off every customer they speak with -- for good.
* Nine out of 10 people say they are more productive when they're around positive people.
* Extending longevity: Increasing positive emotions could lengthen life span by 10 years.
Performance Management Tip -- Be Nice: It's Good for Business
In their book How Full is Your Bucket, co-autho
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