Performance

February 1, 2007

Poor Performers

Why won’t some employees just do their jobs? New managers in particular may struggle with this issue. Most employees need more than the opportunity to carry out their assigned job functions. But too often, managers assign and walk away, assuming the work will be carried out as they envisioned, but haven’t adequately communicated. Sometimes blame and punishment are used as methods of correction. In these contexts, employees are often inefficient – having to learn by trial and error. They are also often hesitant to innovate in their jobs lest they make punishable mistakes, and are ultimately de-motivated to perform at […]

January 1, 2007

Follow Your Bliss

A new year is often a time of reflection and a time when people resolve to make positive life changes. Joseph Campbell, writer, and orator, delivers a perfect example with his belief in “Follow Your Bliss” – find where it is and don’t be afraid to follow it. While inspiring, it is a huge undertaking, one that overwhelms many people. Goals and resolutions become manageable when they have boundaries. Boundaries are established through the selection of roles in your life or some see these as categories. It may be the role of spouse, parent, community member or boss. Categories include […]

December 1, 2006

A New Year Plan

Another year is coming to a close. It’s time to assess situations and plan for the new year ahead. We live in a world with limitless options, yet we never seem satisfied. People tend to value what they don’t have and focus on acquiring new things. The nation’s self-storage industry is worth more than its motion picture industry. At the same time, the square footage of the average house has grown 65% since 1974. We have and keep more stuff than we can use. What is the cost of over-valuing things shiny and new? When we are constantly in pursuit, […]