Our memory is very precious to us as it is a window to the events that have taken place in our lives. It can be frustrating though when you remember something that occurred 20 years ago but can’t remember what you need to pick up at the store this afternoon. Many people wish that they… Read More »
Posts Tagged: Tips for Software Sales Professionals
Open Communications Start With Understanding Behaviors
Communication is a difficult task in any situation, but especially in the workplace. We work to strike this balance of not becoming too personal with employees that might lead to favoritism or you being taken advantage of, but getting to know them well enough to work with them. To know how to best communicate with… Read More »
Exceptional Leaders Display a Sense of Humor
You all know that none of us are getting out of this alive; so why take things so seriously? Many great leaders have had a terrific sense of humor in good times and bad. These include Abraham Lincoln, John F. Kennedy, Winston Churchill, and Ronald Reagan. Not taking yourself or external events so seriously,… Read More »
Behaviors for Success
Busy professionals with a strong desire to achieve sometimes fall into slumps which can destroy creative drive. Do your best to avoid these slumps by accepting that you cannot do everything. Delegate responsibilities to others qualified to perform the task. They should share your goals for success. Be a lifetime learner. Don’t assume you’ve learned all you… Read More »
Effective E-Mail Message Tips
Effective e-mail messages begin at the top. Save time and set a good example for your staff by keeping these tips in mind as you type: Use short, specific, and concise subject linesto help others identify your e-mail message’s purpose and importance. They also motivate recipients to read and reply. Announce routine items… Read More »
Exceptional Leaders Express Appreciation
Research has consistently shown that employees choose lack of appreciation from organizational leadership as one of the key dis-satisfiers at work. This also consistently shows up when leaders use multi-rater feedback instruments to measure others’ perceptions of their leadership capabilities. Exceptional Leaders take the time to express and show appreciation a lot. They do… Read More »
Is Your Attitude Holding You Back?
Whether you want to admit it or not, your attitude plays a large role in whether or not you are successful in your job. There is a story about a man who sat outside the gates of a city and as a traveler passed by, he asked what type of city it was. The traveler… Read More »
Things You Should Never Do When Leaving a Job
Even when you’ve mentally prepared yourself to leave a job, it can be difficult to make the change. Whether you’re sad to go, or you’re counting down the hours until you can rid yourself of your employer for good, there are several things you should avoid doing at all costs. One: Don’t Say What’s On… Read More »
Exceptional Leaders Cultivate Potential Leaders
A number of men and women in middle management are increasingly reluctant to take the next step up in their careers because the corporate ladder is not as appealing as it used to be, and the sacrifices to climb it are too high. Instead, they are redefining how they can keep contributing to their organizations,… Read More »
Addressing the Pressures on Our Professional Talent Today
Part of running a successful company is addressing the real-life pressures on our professionals today. Hiring top talent is not enough. You need to nurture professionals to ensure maximum productivity and ongoing loyalty. Recognizing the needs of your valued professionals makes it easier to keep them engaged and working as a team. Long Hours… Read More »