Everyone knows the influenza virus struck early and forceful this year, but maybe not everyone has considered the implications or how to best deal with the flu monster professionally in the work-place. Being ill is an obstacle no one enjoys.  The important fact to consider, however, is that additional emotional burdens only make an already Read More

Feeling like the success of your business or organization is a constant up-hill battle? You look around to see the competition’s success rate is soaring, which leaves you wondering what’s not right at your home base. Maybe you sense high tensions within your company or organization. There could be any number of reasons completely out Read More

Management Monday! The time of the week set aside for addressing anything from time management to management roles…   Tips for managers in addressing higher taxes No doubt everyone is aware of the fiscal cliff and recent deal in Washington, but not everyone is aware of the implications. If anything, many people are still holding Read More

We live in a society completely dependent on technology. The boom of technology integration into business has had many positive results. Employer to employee communication in many cases has drastically improved. For that matter, business communication with clients has become much more reliable. In all areas of living technology has in many ways improved day Read More

There are plenty of similes out there that talk about characteristics of good leadership, or the unique aspects, which are conducive to being a good leader.  I, on the other hand, have often wondered about characteristics, which describe the opposite kind.   There is a certain type of dialogue that is a give away.  And I Read More

Just the other day, I learned that there is a crime gang out there, that tattoos the necks of their victims with a barcode, which serves as an identifier.  Aside from its obvious terroristic approach, and dehumanizing effects, it got me thinking how this crazy idea could be applied to leadership.  As experienced leaders know, Read More

What defines a good leader is often misunderstood as someone who is capable of “running the show.”  The reality is that mobilizing others is what makes leaders.  Leaders need to be able to innovate and grow others so that they can move forward together. To do this best, one has to be quiet and just Read More

The current events which took place in Libya over the past couple of days, have not only created a dangerous climate for everyday citizens of the country, and killed innocent lives, but have also catapulted the malicious reign of  medieval religious conflicts across the globe.     You have read various articles on conflict in the Read More

  A Downward Economy, Ups the Workplace Clash Factor             Workplace conflict is a common these phenomenon these days.  You are not among the minority feeling the tangles of conflict or tension at your workplace.  According to a study by CPP, a Mountain View, training and assessment company showed that most workers spend an average Read More

Workplace conflict is a common these phenomenon these days.  You are not among the minority feeling the tangles of conflict or tension at your workplace.  According to a study by CPP, a Mountain View, training and assessment company showed that most workers spend an average of two hours per week on clashes in the workplace.  Read More