Employees want regular recognition for their work
A study from LinkedIn says 58% of workers would have a better attitude if the boss appreciated their everyday contribution and success. One-third of respondents said they have quit a job because their everyday contributions were not appreciated. Forbes
(11/11)
What employees are thinking but not saying
Employees typically have a good sense of what they'd like to say to their bosses, but they fail to speak up because they fear the repercussions, John Stoker writes. Among the challenges workers voice privately: leaders acting as though people can read their minds, making promises that can't be kept and setting unrealistic deadlines. SmartBrief/SmartBlog on Leadership
(11/10)
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The key to getting raises and promotions
Visibility is the key to being the type of person who gets promoted regularly, suggests Stanford University professor Jeffrey Pfeffer. Make a list of your accomplishments at the end of each week so your boss has an idea of your achievements, writes Janet Choi. 99U
(11/10)
Could your organization live without e-mail?
Organizations including Nielsen, the Department of Homeland Security and the U.S. Treasury are all cutting back on internal e-mail, writes Max Nalsky. A "no e-mail" policy can involve nixing the "reply all" button, banning chatty messages or making other communication tools the primary means of spreading information through your organization. "Quitting e-mail requires certain discipline. But in the long term, it's very valuable for the company to implement such culture change," Nalsky writes. TheNextWeb.com
(11/9)
U.S. airports improving fitness options
Travelers with layovers at Arizona's Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport can enjoy a two-mile walk on the facility's fitness trail, which circles Terminal 4 and stays within the airport's secure area. Airports in other cities also offer a variety of fitness amenities. Travel Weekly
(11/6)
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How to improve your marketing strategy in 2015
Just 29% of marketers have a strategy that was the right fit for them in 2014, according to the Sales Benchmark Index. To turn that around for 2015, Christina Dieckmeyer recommends training staff, outsourcing as needed, and developing clear ties and handoffs between sales and marketing. Sales Benchmark Index
(11/10)
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Act fast, stay calm to manage negative reviews
Unhappy customers have a tendency to vent online, so business owners need to effectively manage complaints, Terry Powell writes. Among his tips are to respond as soon as possible, take responsibility when appropriate and avoid making defensive or emotional replies. Entrepreneur online
(11/5)
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