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The question of the day: is it a wise decision for a manager to block, or prevent, a worker from making a job move within the organization? This can be answered from different perspectives, both pro and con. But the real question is, what is the long-term effect this will have on the worker in …
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Louis shows up to work every day, but puts in minimal effort; he gets work in but not always on time, and his interactions with coworkers is subpar, at best. Mistakes? common for Louis. So why is Louis still employed? Louis has become what is known as a 'deadwood,' which refers to those who are …
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An often over-looked skill that will move you up in your organization is that of critical thinking; this is going deep in analyzing and interpreting situations to form beliefs, opinions and judgements for how to best handle them. It's about looking at a situation from different viewpoints and not just staying with what is seen. …
If you haven't heard by now, there is a(nother) hurricane coming - a BIG one - that a good many of us will be feeling the effects of. As I write this, Irma has strengthened to a Cat 5, with winds up to 175. I'm praying for the people on the Islands she will be …
Leadership is so critical today. Poor leadership is one of the top reasons for employee disengagement and turnover. Many who get into leader roles often do so through attrition or are put into their roles in a quick manner. But are they truly prepared for the role? I don't think most who aspire for a …
If you want to move ahead in your career, one of the best ways is to take on more challenging projects. Doing so will get you noticed by higher ups, as well as your peers, plus it can help to increase your brand. Utilizing your skills and talents to help your organization reach their goals, …
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Leadership is a critical part of an organizations success; they are the ones who create the vision, who motivate employees to carry out the work, and to set the tone for the culture which carries the organization. I often wonder, however, how many in leadership positions (also for those who aim to be leaders) actually …
The priest at my church yesterday told a funny story from his life prior to entering religious life. He started out his sermon by relating that he loved animals but that the dumbest of them are sheep, as they just graze and walk and not care about where they are going; sheep need someone to …
This week, for me, ends another graduate class, of which I'm now spending time finishing up grading. One of my favorite questions for the last discussion board is their take-away's from the course. It is very uplifting and heartfelt when you see that the material covered has 'sunk in' and made a difference. For leaders, …
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In looking at Trait theories of leadership, it is said that there are certain innate traits that leaders possess, such as charisma, self-motivation, having high intelligence, being responsible and having confidence. According to Stogdill (1974) identified eight traits that leaders possess: intelligence alertness insight responsibility initiative persistence self-confidence sociability (as cited in Northouse, 2010, pg. …
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