Does your writing have a weasel problem? Weasel is language that sounds wishy-washy, even sneaky. It avoids saying anything definitively. Here's how to tell if weasels have infested your writing....
Remember when your primary school teacher gave you credit in arithmetic for following the right steps, even if you arrived at the wrong answer? That practice still exists in organizations today. But if you want to produce wildly successful results,...
Companies must implement effective onboarding programs now, before the demand for managers heats up.
People skills can make or break a manager-and an organization. Author and executive coach Terry R. Bacon explains how almost any manager can learn to be a "people person"-if he or she takes the time to figure out what employees really want and how to...
How to cultivate and communicate star power presence.
An expert outlines strategies for storing the continuing proliferation of electronic content.
Are your employees engaged? The Gallup Organization characterizes engaged workers as those who feel a close bond with their employers and who are passionate about their work. Since engaged employees can contribute to improvements in productivity and...
Learn how to ask for a referral.
Tips to ensure the best ROI for projects that involve outside consultants.
Every change starts with a decision. In this excerpt from his book The Go Point, Michael Useem, professor of management and director of the Center for Leadership and Change at the Wharton School, takes a look at decision making in some of the...