I've attended a few concerts this summer at Saratoga Performing Arts Center (SPAC) and one at the Comcast Theatre (formerly the Meadows) in Connecticut, and have found the experiences to me amazing. What has appealed the most is the bands...
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Hate Everyone (And Slowly Let People Endear Themselves To You)
The title of today's entry is a quote from one of my father figures and favorite clients. He told me that he has followed this motto through his life and it has helped him develop stronger relationships and to protect...
Managing to Do Nothing
One of my all-time great insults was when I told someone that indeed they were a manager - they managed to do nothing.As managers, there is a fine line between managing and leading and doing too much work that can...
Accentuate The Positive, Illuminate the Negative
You aren't seeing things incorrectly, this is titled "Illuminate the Negative". I received an email several years ago that a teammate sent along to a number of us in regards to how to deal with negativity in the office. She...
A Smile is Worth a Sale
As I meandered through a sea of gift shops in Lake George today, I was struck by the lack of customer service at any place I went into. There were the same product lines in almost all of the stores,...
Staying Connecting and Networking
One of the greatest tools for career success is proper networking. Networking isn't about just contacting people when you need something; it's about building relationships with others that are mutually beneficial.One of my favorite colleagues often has said about me...
Hiring Events and Selling Strategies – Hand in Hand
In the past, I have discussed the importance of hiring events and running them properly. It goes without saying that hiring events can be hit or miss for both employers and potential employees. Very often, companies look only at the...
The Last Lecture at School or Business
The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch (seen below in its entirety) is an amazing motivational tool for those who need inspiration. Taking inspiration from the Last Lecture, many teachers incorporate a "Last Lecture" into the final class of the semester....
Incentives – Video
This video provides some excellent insight onto various incentives that can be implemented. Two individual incentives mentioned: Piecework - rewarding based on work developed or created Merit - based on individual or organizational performance When the merit program works best,...
Getting Better the Second Time Around
Q: I recently interviewed for a job and was invited to an initial meeting where candidates were given a group interview. I didn't get selected for a followup interview. What do you suggest I do to improve so I can...