Critical comments at work can cut deep. Here's how to respond when you're unexpectedly under fire.
By Dawn Klingensmith
CTW Features
Critical comments at work can cut deep. Here's how to respond when you're unexpectedly under fire.
By Dawn Klingensmith
CTW Features
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Today's 'Secure Job' is a Stable Career
by Jenna Goudreau and Vicki Salemi
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Staying motivated through a long job hunt is tough work. Follow these ten tips to keep positive, move forward and streamline your efforts.
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Can a shy person excel—or even survive—in today’s competitive workplace? The answer is a resounding “yes,” according to career counselors, psychologists and executive coaches.
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Question: How do you motivate, appreciate and give meaningful feedback to employees?
Answer: When in doubt... ASK them!
This was from a discussion with a client asking about communication and performance at a staff retreat. Specifically, we were talking about the three things we do least well as supervisors (motivation, appreciation and feedback) and how to engage employees in a conversation about how to better meet their needs.
Here are a few simple questions to use with your colleagues and staff to improve communication and performance in the workplace.
Motivation:
What is the best thing I can say or do to motivate you at work?
What is the worst thing I can say or do to motivate you work?
Appreciation:
What do you wish to be appreciated for at work?
What is the best way for me to you my appreciation for your work?
Feedback:
How do you prefer that I give you feedback about your performance at work?
Everyone has preferences for how they are treated by supervisors and colleagues. Unfortunately, we rarely ask what they prefer. This simple technique can be used either individually or as part of a group session.
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(CNN) -- The idea of volunteering away from home seems like a win-win to many travelers: a way to experience and help another community at the same time. But without a solid, well-designed program and reasonable expectations, volunteer travel can do more harm than good.
Showing up in parts unknown, hoping to make a big difference in a small amount of time, is likely to leave travelers and hosts disappointed.
"You're not going to change the world in a week or two. You're not going to eradicate poverty in a village. You're not going to teach a kid how to read," said Doug Cutchins, a former Peace Corps volunteer and co-author of "Volunteer Vacations: Short-term Adventures That Will Benefit You and Others." Read more...
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Here is a workshop for the DePauw University alumni reunion program on June 12, 2010:
How do you craft a life of meaning, significance and service? No matter our age or experience we are always seeking more focus, direction and satisfaction. This session will help participants work through the discernment process, articulate a vision, and develop an action plan. Join Steve Langerud, Director of Career Development (www.stevelangerud.com), in exploring the next phase of your liberal arts life.
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