How to motivate employees? In short, flexibility. People are motivated by different things based on their character, integrity, priorities, age…and many other factors. To some it is time in the office; to others it is a corner office and a title; or it could be money (salary and bonuses)…and the list is nearly endless. Find out what are cultural and …
Carer strategy: corporate headquarters
All things equal, if possible, always take the opportunity to work at the corporate headquarters and here’s why. First, if you want to grow and stay there a while, it is good to be close to the executive leadership team and provide value by solving their challenges. In this process, you will become more visible and your work, effort and …
Don’t trade your character for the corner office
As we grow, advance and ascend to positions of greater responsibilities, it is essential to remain grounded and stay true to yourself. No matter what happens and where you end up in your career make sure you remain who you are as a person, as a human being. While I do understand that certain positions may require adjustments to protocols …
Office drama must end, today
The moment you notice negativity, arguments and drama in the office you must do whatever it takes to end it as soon as possible. You must learn from it as well, but negativity and fighting among team members is not acceptable and has no place on high performing teams. Diversity and differences in opinions should be welcomed, embraced and celebrated, …
Be considerate and kind to others
Be considerate and kind to others. Treat them with respect, kindness and dignity. If you take away titles, positions, corner offices, organizational charts…in the end, we are all people and should treat each other that way. Now, don’t confuse the previous statement with becoming a “doormat” for someone as there will always be a few people (a minority however) who …
Outlook 2010 window doesn’t maximize
Here’s an issue I experienced recently (not really sure what caused it), but as I’m sure it happens to others as well I decided to post a quick solution that worked for me. For some reason Outlook 2010 (on Windows 7 Enterprise SP1) wouldn’t launch. I mean the application would start, but the window wouldn’t open to full screen and …
Entertaining faculty
Couple of hours ago a faculty member stopped by my office to chat and ask few support questions. Once all of that was done, on his way out he noticed “demotivators” I have posted on my door and started laughing. I mean, he laughed, he really enjoyed them and even asked where he could get them as well. Well, in …