Posted by Terry on August 14th, 2011 at 5:07 am
Some of us seem to go through life like magnets, attracting object after object to ourselves, and never letting go of anything. Drawers fill up, shelves fill up, boxes fill up, car trunks fill up, closets fill up, cupboards fill up, garages fill up… Sometimes, personal belongings are the problem. Other times, it’s the relentless [...]
Posted by Sandy on July 27th, 2011 at 9:23 am
A message from Sandy. Why is it so hard for people to follow through? How do some people stick to their follow-up goals no matter what they face while others stray easily in the face of any obstacles? Is there a personality type more geared to follow-up? Are there characteristics that propel them forward? Are [...]
Posted by Terry on July 19th, 2011 at 7:13 am
A Message from Terry: Are you ready to challenge yourself to achieve something beyond your daily routine? If not, be sure not to read this next batch of quotations that I’ve gathered for you. But if you suspect that there may be more greatness in you than you’ve shown to the world lately, then these [...]
Posted by Sandy on June 27th, 2011 at 9:30 am
A message from Sandy. Ever wonder how to identify the needs that motivate others? We are all motivated by unique desires, expectations, and interests. When it comes to motivating others, tapping into what they need and how they want to be treated is a key factor in making a connection and prompting action. Following the [...]
Posted by Sandy on June 10th, 2011 at 12:24 pm
A message from Sandy. Instill motivation. Everybody needs it from time to time. Motivation makes it possible to accomplish what you should accomplish. It brings the best out in people, allowing them to grow, add a little encouragement and they could suddenly reach their potential! Never underestimate the power of it. Motivation helps people who [...]
Posted by Sandy on December 13th, 2010 at 11:40 am
A message from Sandy. So you have some team members that aren’t crazy about each other, now what? Much of the time we like or dislike someone, based on how well we understand them. It also seems most of us enter adulthood ill-equipped to deal with the myriad of personalities we come across in life. [...]
Posted by Sandy on December 10th, 2010 at 9:30 am
A message from Sandy. We know that motivation can rise and fall depending on a myriad of factors. Let’s take a look at some of them: Purpose. If you were asked to describe the characteristics of your most successful and rewarding team experience, what would be at the top of your list? Clear purpose, focus, [...]
Posted by Sandy on December 9th, 2010 at 9:30 am
A message from Sandy. Motivation is a term we hear often, generally associated with human behavior, meaning a state of mind that moves us to action. As collaboration of your teams continue to grow, one question that takes on greater importance is how to keep your team motivated over the long haul? What are the [...]
Posted by Terry on November 21st, 2010 at 9:05 am
A message from Terry: People don’t come equipped with speedometers or gas gauges. As a result, it’s sometimes hard to fairly judge the level of effort being contributed by the other members of your team. But what about your own contribution? What level of effort do you contribute on an average day? A hundred percent? [...]
Posted by Janis on November 5th, 2010 at 12:44 pm
A note from Janis ~ I had a coaching call this morning with a new team member who is already feeling the frustration of unclear expectations. The following guidelines are worth revisiting, even with employees who have tenure. Let us know what you think! Establish clearly defined performance standards and goals and clarify behavioral expectations. Make sure [...]