Leadership Quality Through Kindness (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

In days past, loyalty was a given. The worker in past generations frequently remained with a company for his or her lifetime. It was not just a matter of a company town, it was an ethic ... the job was guaranteed by tacit tradition and in return for an honest day's work, the employee had the comfort of lifetime employment. Frequently it was an unwritten contract. Loyalty was universal and protection of the employee was fundamental and gratuitous. Employees spoke well of their companies and insured that quality service was given and excellence in product was achieved.

Leadership, Genuine, Meaningful and Productive (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

One of the best lessons I have learned is the impact and importance of leadership. It is so easy to identify dysfunctional leadership in a company (or of a governmental entity!). Many times, the common misconception is that the executives in the "ivory tower" sit around and relax, while the "workers" do all the work. Of course, happy and motivated employees are essential to a company (I still teach that in seminars that I conduct). But I have observed and learned that it is the leadership in an enterprise that makes the difference ... and that is not exclusive to commerce.

3 Steps To Successfully Build A Team In Any Program (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

Any x by y matrix plan has one big risk... but also one big advantage.

The biggest risk: People in your downline might think they don't have to promote and just wait for your spillover.

How to Turn Idea Squashers into Possibilities (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

Managing a small business continues to become more challenging. However, history has shown that resourceful business owners will succeed. They will prosper, turning disadvantages into advantages by thinking creatively.

What's Your REAL problem?? (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

When was the last time you spent excessive time and money solving a problem only to discover the problem you thought you had wasn't really the problem at all?

Presenteeism - present in body absent in productivity (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

Presenteeism is alive and 'not well' in many businesses today. It will visit your business or may even be present as you read this article.

Seven Keys to More Effectively Leading Teams (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

Maybe you find yourself in a new team environment and leading a team for the first time, or maybe you have been working with and leading teams forever. Either way, the keys in this article whether as new information or a fresh reminder can make a world of difference in morale, productivity and results from teams.

Top Ten Things About Team Building (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

People who lead the best teams realise early on that they cannot run their business alone. It will either kill them or they will fail.

Company Picnic Ideas and Planning Tips (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

The company picnic is a beloved tradition at many firms.

It's an opportunity for employees to mingle and "let down their hair."

You are Excused from Training (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

Trainers, please picture this... You are presenting in a new location to a new group. You are prepared for a one day workshop. Your materials are ready and you are "on". Things seem to be going well. You are building a nice rapport with the class and the pace of the training is right on schedule. About two hours into your day one participant starts to demonstrate disruptive behavior. This individual begins talking to the person beside him during the lecture. A few minutes later, during an activity this gentleman is doing everything in his power to take people's attention away from the subject at hand. As the calm cool trainer you are, you try to work with him to no avail, and his behavior is really starting to affect the others in the workshop. You've got about one hour to lunch, and you are now behind on your timeline. For the sake of the training, what do you do?

WIIFM - Making the 'What's In It for Me?' Question Work for You (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

In the constantly changing world of Call Centers, asking agents to adapt to ever increasing demands, responsibilities and performance can be a challenge to even the most involved of managers. Being able to create buy in is always challenging, but if you can answer the WIIFM question you will be ahead of the game.

What Do Trainers Do When They are Not Training? (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

In the new corporate environments where everyone wears more than one hat, trainers are often responsible for a myriad of duties beyond just facilitating new training classes. Their job is often that of Maintenance, IT Guru, Subject Matter Expert, Coach, Instructional designer, and Copy Clerk. There is an incredible amount of work that has to happen for a training event to occur. Let's look a little closer at the process.

Communication between franchisees in a franchise system (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

If you own a franchise you would be wise to stay in constant communication with your fellow and local franchisee counterparts. You should call up once a week and simply say; Hi. It is important to call up and just say hi to your fellow franchisees because it will remind them that you are always near by. You will get something positive out of the phone call such as:

Building a Successful Team (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

Once you've set a goal for yourself as a leader - whether it is to create your own enterprise, energize your organization, build a church, or excel in sports - the challenge is to find good people to help you accomplish that goal. Gathering a successful team of people is not only helpful, it's necessary.

Team Member Feedback: A Priceless Communication Tool (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

Feedback is such an important communication tool. Openness, honesty, candor, trust -- all of these are hallmarks of high performance teams and organizations. Good feedback skills are essential to any relationship.

Why Is Teamwork Training Important? (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

"When teamwork kicks in, nobody can beat you."

• Don Shula, Head Coach, Miami Dolphins
• Only NFL team to attain a perfect 17-0 season

Whether it's two people, a department, or an organization, teams are the means by which great things get done. Unfortunately, not all work groups exhibit teamwork. So, how can our groups develop that sense of community and cohesiveness, or what was Don Shula's secret? When and how does teamwork kick in? The key is effective teamwork training.

Consensus: The Right Team Decision Strategy? (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

Consensus is the appropriate decision strategy for the most important team decisions. Every member of your team needs to understand what consensus really means. A common misconception of consensus is that it means everyone agrees with the decision 100 percent.

Discovering the Truth on MLM (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

Truth on mlm

Did you know that the truth on mlm can set you free? Well, it definately can and here's why. Basic processes need to take place no matter how many different articles, books and websites are devoted to the subject on network marketing.

Motivating Teams (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

Introduction:

Working with teams, whether as leader of a single team or manager of several, is an essential part of a manager's remit. Teamwork is rapidly becoming the preferred practice in many organizations as traditional corporate hierarchies give way to flat, multi-skilled working methods. This section is an indispensable and practical guide to leading teams with expertise, covering subjects such as defining the skills required to complete a project, establishing trust between individuals within a team, and maximizing the performance of that team. The section is vital reading for any one involved in teamwork, whether as a novice or as an experienced team leader.

Team Building requires one great dynamic for true Success - Mateship (July 23 2007)         - claim this article

A Successful Team is built around mateship, around respect for your team mates and for yourself. I am not saying that everyone will get on like best buddies, what I noticed is that in all our 'differences' everyone was accepted as they were, got on within the boundaries of the club and got the job done. I have seen teams that have been full of stars, as I am sure you have too, and those teams have not succeeded. They have not achieved their full potentials as individuals or as a team.