Finding and replacing underperforming key managers is an arduous and time-consuming task, but you can’t tolerate underperformance. In making the choice whether to keep an underperforming manager, you owe it to yourself, your organization, and the manager in question to take at least one shot at diagnosing and addressing the underlying causes of unsatisfactory performance, […]
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Will You Help or Heave Underperformers? This HBR article offers practical advice on addressing underperformers
Posted on 11 January 2009.
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What does work-life balance mean to you and would you give something up to get it?
Posted on 10 January 2009.
I’m curious to know: what does work-life balance mean to you? Is it important, a nice to have or a must have? Is it something you value enough to forego something else – like promotional prospects or pay? I got thinking about this after reading an article in the Australian Financial Review a couple of […]
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Effective persuasion is all about the “pull” factor. This HBR article will give you a strategic approach to persuasion
Posted on 07 January 2009.
Got a great idea? Whether it’s a new vision for your marketing team or a better way to handle shipping delays, your idea is only as good as your ability to get others to buy into it and execute it. Effective persuasion, say the authors of The Art of Woo: Using Strategic Persuasion to Sell […]
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Synergy Image Consulting – Colour, Style and Image Services for Women
Posted on 06 January 2009.
Why would you see an image consultant? There are many reasons, from wanting to make a great first impression, to get a new job or simply to feel good about yourself. A consultation at Synergy Image Consulting will show you exactly how to dress for your body shape, colouring and personality. And how […]
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Performance is about the body, emotions, mind and spirit. How to “Manage Your Energy, Not Your Time”
Posted on 06 January 2009.
Organisations are demanding ever-higher performance from their workforces. People are trying to comply, but the usual method—putting in longer hours—has backfired. They’re getting exhausted, burnout disengaged, and sick. And they’re defecting to healthier job environments. Longer days at the office don’t work because time is a limited resource. But personal energy is renewable, say Schwartz […]
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Support disadvantaged women by helping them become Suited For Work
Posted on 05 January 2009.
Suited For Work is an incorporated, not for profit association run by volunteers which gives the opportunity for women to help other women build self esteem and gain independence. Clothing can become a tool to help rebuild self esteem and allow these women to take a small step in getting their […]
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