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As year-end approaches, it’s common for employees to be distracted and less responsive than usual, mentally checking out as they gear up for the holidays, take time off or experience fatigue from the past year. How do you manage this seasonal slowdown and ensure that a drop in employee engagement doesn’t negatively impact work quality, […]
A lot of corporate leaders would like to sit on a board of directors. Since many have similar experiences and talents, one way to stand out from the rest is a cultivated personal brand. A strong personal brand enables you to stand out, build credibility and enhance trust with those who can help your board […]
When starting with a new company or moving to a different area within your current organization, you’ll have the opportunity to introduce yourself to a new team. When introducing yourself remotely, your approach will be similar as to when doing so in-person, while taking into account the unique circumstances of the situation.
What does the overall quality of your employees’ email say about your company? Create an environment of proactive, prompt and professional email practices to maintain a strong reputation in the eyes of clients, vendors, potential talent and others. Focusing on the finer points of good communication, such as response time and message organization, ensures that […]
Written communications drive business and shape relationships with colleagues and external contacts. From emails and reports to instant messages on collaboration platforms and presentations, writing style and substance not only influence productivity, but also what recipients think about your professionalism, competence, credibility and more. Weak, vague, bloated or rushed communications can skew the message focus and create unnecessary confusion whereas strong […]