Solve Generational Conflict in the Workplace
07/01/2008 - By Lauren Stiller Rikleen
Imagine overhearing a conversation at the workplace coffee machine between two middle-aged Baby Boomers that sounds something like this: “I don’t know what to do about my son any more,” confides the first Baby Boomer to his colleague. “He is so confident, sociable and optimistic. Every time he hears an inspiring speaker, he wants to go out and work on a civic project. Then, when he’s home, he’s always looking for praise and encouragement for his accomplishments.” His voice trails off with a tone of frustration.   Read more . . .

We've Merged or Reorganized. Now What? Successfully Lead Through Major Organizational Change
06/04/2008 - By Gary Bradt
Today, companies get bought and sold at a dizzying rate, and reorganizations happen like clockwork. These changes are usually made with the best of intentions but unfortunately don’t always end up with the intended results. That’s because leaders pay attention to the logical aspects of the process, i.e. the business case, but not nearly enough attention to the psychological aspects, i.e. just how do we get people to enthusiastically embrace this new entity and/or new way of doing business? Following are five keys to meeting this challenge.  Read more . . .

A Risky Proposition: How to Take Smart Risks to Find Success
06/04/2008 - By Guerline Jasmin
Most people dream of living a more successful life: They want a better job, a salary increase, more responsibility at work, and the respect of their peers. Unfortunately, few people are willing to take the needed risks to make their dreams a reality. Instead, they sit back and watch a select few climb the corporate ladder, while they wallow in self-pity and wonder why good things never happen to them.   Read more . . .

Unlock the Power and Potential of Your Team: 5 Secrets to Empower Your People and Become a Better Leader
06/04/2008 - By Lee Froschheiser
As the boss or manager of your company, do you frequently feel like things are spinning out of control? If the answer is yes, you’re not alone. All too often, employers find themselves struggling to keep pace with the day in, day out responsibilities of the job. Yet it’s usually their ownership of these responsibilities — and the fear of letting go of them — that bogs down the workplace and stifles overall success.   Read more . . .

Antidote for a Downturn: Cut the Complexity of Business
06/04/2008 - By John L. Mariotti
The business news these days can be downright demoralizing. Housing is in the tank. The sub-prime mortgage debt crisis has made credit much tighter and more expensive. Oil costs are driving energy prices up. Fear of recession has shaken consumer confidence. What if you could capitalize on the current slowdown without tearing your company apart, and come out stronger than ever? You can. When this particular kind of toxic event occurs, here is a sure-fire “antidote.”  Read more . . .