Leadership : Page 52

Stress and decision making

September 20, 2009 Businessmen are faced with making decisions all day, every day. They try to get all the facts to be able to assess the situation clearly and in an objective way. However, one enemy of decision making is there all the time: the stress.

Carrots are better than sticks

September 6, 2009 If you want your team members to cooperate, you have two options: to reward or to punish. If you are a clever boss you will choose rewarding.

An endless ambition is all you need

August 30, 2009 You have finished high school, you weren't at the university and you don't have an MBA. The question: How far can you go in the world of business? The answer: Straight to the top.

Evaluate new project right from the start

August 16, 2009 New products and services is key to business success, but a new study shows that evaluating a concept at its very first review it the key to success.

Give a gift and receive a drop in sales

July 26, 2009 An unexpected promotional gifts seems as a good idea, but research shows that cultural differences must be taken into account; a gift will not be welcomed by every customer.

Giving as important as taking

July 19, 2009 Denying privileges is a widely used disciplinary tool known at many workplaces but the consequences of giving them back have been largely ignored.

Workers who feel trusted will boost sales

June 7, 2009 Companies that communicate their trust to employees will see superior sales and customer service performance, show a new research.

Why superior employees won't stay

May 17, 2009 Highly engaged workers will continue to work tirelessly for organizations despite diminishing resources, right? Well, don't count on that.

Flexible negotiations lead to a heart attack

March 5, 2009 The successful negotiations means that both sides win, but what if you get something in addition? A heart attack, for example.

Don't underestimate your competition

November 6, 2008 It is easy to underestimate your competition and to lose a significant part of the market. After that, from glory to history is just one step.

Make a decision and make it fast

October 30, 2008 If you make a good decision you will feel good. If you make a bad decision you will learn something. This way or another this is good situation for you.

How many projects do you need?

October 17, 2008 When you notice that one of your projects isn't going well, and it was alive and kicking until recently, it's time to think about it.