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Actual for You - Are You Buggin'?
As an employer, it is often necessary to investigate applicants to ensure that previous work experience and education credentials are valid. At times like these, Employment Verification letters are used. Depending on company policies, these letters can change. Some companies agree only to verify that a person has been employed by the company to which they are writing, while others will offer insights into the applicant’s quality of work, expertise, leadership and trainability among other things.
5. Let people have a bad day.
Sometimes we have a bad day, a quiet day, a focused day....a day where we are not acting as we normally would. Instead of stopping someone and saying something like, “Wow. Seems like you're having a bad day" or "Is there anything wrong?" or "What's the matter?" just let 'em have a "different" day. All of these questions may seem caring, but to the receiver they are likely irritating. The message is really: " I don't like how you are acting" or "Your behavior is making me uncomfortable". Any way you slice it, the question is coming from our own discomfort wit
If you are determined to crack the networking code and build priceless business relationships it is important to research the various networking options and commit to a networking strategy. Get out and about and reach out. Be proactive. Open relationships everywhere. On Planes, Trains, and Automobiles. On Golden Pond and even on the Bridge on the River Kwai. (Sorry, I got carried away and my movie references got a tad silly.) Anyway, you get the point.To make connecting easier and mor
What to do? As with all communication skills and interpersonal skills tips, the focus is on what YOU can do, not the other party. We can't change others (though we may persuade, it's still another's decision to make a change). With that in mind, here are a few considerations for keeping the "buggin' " to a minimum:
1. Keep your voice down.
Whether on the phone or in the hallway, when another is trying to concentrate this is an extreme annoyance. We are likely not aware of our increased volume---either due to enthusiasm about the topic or just because we talk loudly without realizing it. For those of you who are not sure if you are a loud talker...assume you are. If you are sure you're not, then you are probably already conscientious about your volume in the workplace.
2. Interrupting.
This can mean interrupting someone who is talking, but it also holds for interrupting someone in the middle of a task or a phone call. Ask permission before interrupting. Many people also forget to ask when they call a co-worker, if it's a good time. Instead they launch into a long discussion and may have to be interrupted to reschedule the conversation for a better time.
3. Cool the perfume (cologne).
Headaches, allergies, clouds of fragrance hanging in the air for hours...these are the side effects of too much cologne or perfume. Remember: you can't smell yourself. After a few minutes, your fragrance doesn't register with YOU anymore, but it does with everyone else. (P.S. I have complimented someone's fragrance to be polite and secretly was overwhelmed by the scent. Don't assume numerous comments or compliments means your fragrance isn't too powerful. In fact, if you are getting regular comments, it IS too strong by definition!)
4. Being late.
Now being late for work is a different topic. We know that's not okay. But for meetings, lunch, etc. this behavior on a regular basis, is really just disguised arrogance (yea, I said it!). It says, "My time is more valuable than yours." Now, the occasional emergency with an apology is one thing (So sorry! I got held up on a phone call.) But a habitual late-comer, is sending a very disrespectful message to others.
5. Let people have a bad day.
Sometimes we have a bad day, a quiet day, a focused day....a day where we are not acting as we normally would. Instead of stopping someone and saying something like, “Wow. Seems like you're having a bad day" or "Is there anything wrong?" or "What's the matter?" just let 'em have a "different" day. All of these questions may seem caring, but to the receiver they are likely irritating. The message is really: " I don't like how you are acting" or "Your behavior is making me uncomfortable". Any way you slice it, the question is coming from our own discomfort with
Why is the Federal Trade Commission harassing the Franchising Industry? Their new rulemaking ploy to gain notoriety and status is obviously another agency attempt to spotlight themselves in the media to look like they are doing something. This helps the FTC with keeping their large budget going and the tactics of PR and puffery are well known to those industries that are regulated by the FTC. The latest franchise rulemaking going on now is just more over regulation and minutia piled on top of the b
1. Keep your voice down.
Whether on the phone or in the hallway, when another is trying to concentrate this is an extreme annoyance. We are likely not aware of our increased volume---either due to enthusiasm about the topic or just because we talk loudly without realizing it. For those of you who are not sure if you are a loud talker...assume you are. If you are sure you're not, then you are probably already conscientious about your volume in the workplace.
2. Interrupting.
This can mean interrupting someone who is talking, but it also holds for interrupting someone in the middle of a task or a phone call. Ask permission before interrupting. Many people also forget to ask when they call a co-worker, if it's a good time. Instead they launch into a long discussion and may have to be interrupted to reschedule the conversation for a better time.
3. Cool the perfume (cologne).
Headaches, allergies, clouds of fragrance hanging in the air for hours...these are the side effects of too much cologne or perfume. Remember: you can't smell yourself. After a few minutes, your fragrance doesn't register with YOU anymore, but it does with everyone else. (P.S. I have complimented someone's fragrance to be polite and secretly was overwhelmed by the scent. Don't assume numerous comments or compliments means your fragrance isn't too powerful. In fact, if you are getting regular comments, it IS too strong by definition!)
4. Being late.
Now being late for work is a different topic. We know that's not okay. But for meetings, lunch, etc. this behavior on a regular basis, is really just disguised arrogance (yea, I said it!). It says, "My time is more valuable than yours." Now, the occasional emergency with an apology is one thing (So sorry! I got held up on a phone call.) But a habitual late-comer, is sending a very disrespectful message to others.
5. Let people have a bad day.
Sometimes we have a bad day, a quiet day, a focused day....a day where we are not acting as we normally would. Instead of stopping someone and saying something like, “Wow. Seems like you're having a bad day" or "Is there anything wrong?" or "What's the matter?" just let 'em have a "different" day. All of these questions may seem caring, but to the receiver they are likely irritating. The message is really: " I don't like how you are acting" or "Your behavior is making me uncomfortable". Any way you slice it, the question is coming from our own discomfort wit
Well you’ve worked hard and finally have your interview! It’s your dream job and your really want it. Want to know how not to make a mess of your job interview? Here are ten mistakes you should not make.1. Being late – you are going to be anxious and nervous and you are visiting a place you probably don’t know where it is? How about planning out your journey beforehand and giving yourself an extra hour. Better to find the building that you are being interviewed in and then spend
This can mean interrupting someone who is talking, but it also holds for interrupting someone in the middle of a task or a phone call. Ask permission before interrupting. Many people also forget to ask when they call a co-worker, if it's a good time. Instead they launch into a long discussion and may have to be interrupted to reschedule the conversation for a better time.
3. Cool the perfume (cologne).
Headaches, allergies, clouds of fragrance hanging in the air for hours...these are the side effects of too much cologne or perfume. Remember: you can't smell yourself. After a few minutes, your fragrance doesn't register with YOU anymore, but it does with everyone else. (P.S. I have complimented someone's fragrance to be polite and secretly was overwhelmed by the scent. Don't assume numerous comments or compliments means your fragrance isn't too powerful. In fact, if you are getting regular comments, it IS too strong by definition!)
4. Being late.
Now being late for work is a different topic. We know that's not okay. But for meetings, lunch, etc. this behavior on a regular basis, is really just disguised arrogance (yea, I said it!). It says, "My time is more valuable than yours." Now, the occasional emergency with an apology is one thing (So sorry! I got held up on a phone call.) But a habitual late-comer, is sending a very disrespectful message to others.
5. Let people have a bad day.
Sometimes we have a bad day, a quiet day, a focused day....a day where we are not acting as we normally would. Instead of stopping someone and saying something like, “Wow. Seems like you're having a bad day" or "Is there anything wrong?" or "What's the matter?" just let 'em have a "different" day. All of these questions may seem caring, but to the receiver they are likely irritating. The message is really: " I don't like how you are acting" or "Your behavior is making me uncomfortable". Any way you slice it, the question is coming from our own discomfort wit
If you think that your employees’ poor performance on their designated jobs is costing you a whole lot of loss profits, then instead of just doing a total overhaul of your employee roster, why not try to do some employee motivation tactics to get them to actually come around and be able to save your company from looming bankruptcy. It really is fairly easy and simple to rouse some employee motivation, you just have to take these techniques to heart:People nowadays are concerned of the lack o
4. Being late.
Now being late for work is a different topic. We know that's not okay. But for meetings, lunch, etc. this behavior on a regular basis, is really just disguised arrogance (yea, I said it!). It says, "My time is more valuable than yours." Now, the occasional emergency with an apology is one thing (So sorry! I got held up on a phone call.) But a habitual late-comer, is sending a very disrespectful message to others.
5. Let people have a bad day.
Sometimes we have a bad day, a quiet day, a focused day....a day where we are not acting as we normally would. Instead of stopping someone and saying something like, “Wow. Seems like you're having a bad day" or "Is there anything wrong?" or "What's the matter?" just let 'em have a "different" day. All of these questions may seem caring, but to the receiver they are likely irritating. The message is really: " I don't like how you are acting" or "Your behavior is making me uncomfortable". Any way you slice it, the question is coming from our own discomfort wit
Have you considered a franchise business as your next potential career choice? Many people leave Corporate America or secure paychecks to start their own businesses. Does this make sense? If you start a small business how long will it take to open the business? What if you start a franchise how long until you get the doors open and start making money? Good question indeed.The UFOC or Uniform Franchise Offering Circular demands that the franchisor indicate the time to open a store, if the sto
5. Let people have a bad day.
Sometimes we have a bad day, a quiet day, a focused day....a day where we are not acting as we normally would. Instead of stopping someone and saying something like, “Wow. Seems like you're having a bad day" or "Is there anything wrong?" or "What's the matter?" just let 'em have a "different" day. All of these questions may seem caring, but to the receiver they are likely irritating. The message is really: " I don't like how you are acting" or "Your behavior is making me uncomfortable". Any way you slice it, the question is coming from our own discomfort with the behavior, not an attempt to soothe. We force the already-stressed party into responding forcibly with, "No, I'm fine. Thanks for asking" or some other polite response that probably just adds to their burden.
6. Whispering.
You are probably NOT talking about me, but that is what I will assume, at least initially. Shut the door or take it to the break room! And never do this in meetings or training classes. It irritates everyone, not just the meeting leader or trainer.
7. We noticed!
A loud snort to clear your sinuses; yawning aloud; burping semi-quietly. Come on! An "excuse me" will always do the trick.
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