by Megan Bullard on July 21, 2010
The secret is knowing that life happens.
The truth about management is that managers would never fail if they simply read every management blog available. There are literally hundreds upon thousands of blogs, books and articles directing managers on how to lead, how to multi-task, and how to communicate. The secret to management is not a [...]
by Megan Bullard on June 15, 2010
Unless you are living under a rock, you are aware that the FIFA World Cup started last Friday, and has soccer fans worldwide on the edge of their seats. Thirty two teams are competing in South Africa this year for the title of World Cup Champions.
Last week, the USA tied with England for a score [...]
by Megan Bullard on May 18, 2010
People quit people, not jobs.
Some managers inspire, some motivate, and others fail miserably to engage their employees. The entertainment industry seems to have created the ultimate formula for the “bad manager” character, so why can’t real managers understand how to be effective? When employees choose to leave a position, it’s often because of their manager [...]
by Megan Bullard on May 17, 2010
In this clip from The Office, several employees describe the opposing management styles of Jim and Michael. Michael is infamous for his off-the-wall management skills. Have you ever had an atrocious manager? Tell us your management horror stories and compare notes on which traits contribute to ineffective management.
by Megan Bullard on April 21, 2010
The Iceland volcano Eyjafjallajökull continued to shock the world with its second eruption this week. Air traffic is at a stand-still and major airlines are losing millions of dollars due to the ash-filled skies over northern Europe. Thousands are stranded and desperate to get home, but no one is going anywhere until the volcano ceases.
Scientists [...]
by Megan Bullard on April 21, 2010
Managers know that productivity is a priority, but sometimes they fail to recognize what employees need in order to maximize their productivity. This week Harvard Business Review writer, Melissa Raffoni, pinpoints the top eight things employees want from their leaders. Managers should strive to accommodate their employees to ensure that productivity and morale remain high.
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by Megan Bullard on April 16, 2010
Phil Mickelson is now the proud owner of his third green jacket after winning the 2010 Masters. His win was exciting, amazing and even heart-warming. After Mickelson, the second-highest paid athlete in the world, won the tournament he greeted his cancer-stricken wife with open arms and a long embrace. It was like a scene from [...]
by Megan Bullard on March 31, 2010
If first quarter goals were not met, do not expect to make them up all in the second quarter.
Spring has officially sprung and the first quarter is coming to a close. The shift in the seasons and the business year often requires a need for a fresh start, and new growth. As colors get [...]
by Megan Bullard on February 15, 2010
Organizations need to recognize the importance of each frontline manager’s role and the effects that the manager has on the employees and company.
Effective frontline managers have the capability and interest to be effective managers, have clear goals and roles, understand the people they manage, understand themselves and how they impact their employees, have been trained [...]
by Megan Bullard on February 10, 2010
As a result, public perception of the company is that it is irresponsible and unprepared.
In late January, Toyota recalled over five million cars due to issues with the floor mat and the gas pedal. People have been seriously injured in accidents involving the faulty vehicle parts, but Toyota’s crisis communication has been ineffective and inefficient. [...]