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The Consequences of Bad Decisions

Bad decision making strategies lead to bad decisions and bad consequences. If you work in the business world, you've likely witnessed the consequences of bad decisions made by a company president or CEO. But you don't have to work in management for your decisions to have a big impact. Just ask former Barings Bank employee Nick Leeson, whose poor... >Full Story

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Charter of Values

Businesses around the world have drawn up Purpose Statements, Goals and Priorities to help keep the their companies on target. Below is a sample of a Charter of Values that is used by REM Enterprises Inc. They have tried something new so that their employees and customers know what they stand for. Have you ever considered drawing up a...... >Read More



Resumania

"Resumania" is a term coined by Mr. Robert Half, founder of RHI Consulting's parent company, to describe the unintentional bloopers that often appear on job candidates' resumes, job applications and cover letters. Here are some examples: "I perform my job with effortless efficiency, effectiveness, efficacy and expertise." (And an eye on...... >Read More



Soul-Safety Advocate

John Terry smiled when he heard his foreman's request. "Will you lead the toolbox safety meeting today after lunch?" It was a busy day, but he was willing to take the time. In fact, his eyes twinkled and his apple cheeks shone as he told the foreman, "I'll be glad to do it." The founder and president of the Terry... >Read More



Gaining Confidence as a Public Speaker

Being a good speaker and communicator is essential to having success, not just in the workplace, but in life. Think about how many presentations you do in one day. You make presentations to your spouse, your co-worker, your son, and even in your e-mails. When you talk to the people in your life, you are giving a presentation. Good... >Read More



Investing Your L.I.F.E.

Investments! Women have become much more aware of the importance of taking control of their finances and investing wisely. Lately, however, my thoughts have been directed to investing not only our finances, but our LIFE. "How are you investing your L.I.F.E.?" someone asked me. "We all have labor, influence, finances, and expertise to invest —...... >Read More



Strengthening Your Team

Keeping a team going in the same direction is not always an easy task. Yet we are not independent of team in many areas of our lives. Wherever you are a part of something bigger than yourself in some area of your life you are part of a team. Teams are exciting to join!!  We come together with a common purpose... >Read More



Nine Principles for Effective Leadership

"If women would realize what an influence they have, they would be filled with pride. If men recognized how influential women are, they would be scared to death." It is said that we all influence at least 250 people in our lifetime. We each have the responsibility of leadership. Every woman can be a leader. Yet results of surveys show that...... >Read More


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