Employee Engagement
A Lesson from the NBA: Test the Product & Consult the Players
What can we learn from NBA and the failure of a synthetic basketbll that was tauted as a union of revolutionary design and breakthrough material? Read why you need to test the product introduced and consult your users for reviews to reduce blockages to success!
Read MoreLeading Leaders: How to Manage Smart, Talented, Rich, And Powerful People
The most valuable people in and around an organization are often difficult to manage. So how can we develop personal relationships with these movers and shakers, and leverage their expertise for better decision-making? Read how to carry out 7 Daily Tasks of Leadership, to manage other leaders.
Read MoreA book for your consideration: The Cycle of Leadership by Noel Tichy
In his book, The Cycle of Leadership, Noel Tichy describes how we can build a world class "teaching" organization – one that develops leaders at all levels who, in turn, develop other leaders.
Read MoreGartner: Firms At Risk Of Losing Women Technologists
What are the key strengths of women technologists to help corporations navigate the new global economy? Gartner singles out 5 gender-based traits CIOs should pay attention to when building IT staffs.
Read MoreFour Processes to Successful Retention
Increased turnover in an organization can lead to an overall decrease in productivity and quality of work. James Champy offers 4 tips on an active approach to retain qualified employees.
Read MoreUnderstanding Wikis
How can wikis play an innovative role as a social software in your organization? Read this white paper from Ziff Davis to allow you to make informed decisions!
Read MoreFor the record, Wikipedia has some roots in Chicago
Wikipedia - founded in 2001, interactive encyclopedia, voluntarily authored in 250 languages, over 5 million articles, among the 15 most trafficked Web sites in the world, generates no revenue, relies on donations. Check out Brad Spirrison's article that traces wiki to Chicago.
Read MoreA Top Reason Why Americans Leave Their Jobs
What is the #1 reason why Americans leave their jobs? Gallup research indicate - under-appreciation or the absence of recognition! Find out what praise and a simple pat on the back can achieve!
Read MoreThe High Cost of Turnover
Just how much does turnover cost a company? According to Families and Work Institute experts, it cost about 75% of a non-managerial worker's annual salary and at least 150% of a manager's annual salary to get replacements! Are you taking care of your employees?
Read MoreWant to Engage & Retain Your Best Employees? Try These 10 Sentences
Praise can help you retain top employees, but just saying “You’re doing a good job” isn’t going to work! The most effective praise is detailed and relevant. To get you started, here are 10 “openers” that you can use to keep your praise specific.
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