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Jack, Jill and a Slippery Hill

Let's Grow Leaders

Antoine was an accomplished millennial retail sales professional considered “a bit rough around the edges.”. His no BS approach created a natural bond with entrepreneurs and mom and pop companies, that left some managers scratching their heads. But, heck it worked. He applied again. He applied again.

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What To Do When Results are in the Toilet

Let's Grow Leaders

Sure they’ll be some long days and sleepless nights, but there’s nothing better than the electric feeling your team experiences when they accomplished what no one (particularly them) thought could be done. I’d much rather take over a team with results in the toilet than one executing on all cylinders.

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The Importance of Employee Recognition: With Statistics and Examples

Vantage Circle

Research says that 40% of employees rate recognition from managers as the most impactful on their performance and employee experience. For instance, the online shoe and clothing retailer Zappos , renowned for its exceptional customer service, strives to create a standout employee experience through its "Zollar" program.

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How to Get Your Big Idea Into the Marketplace

On The Job

In a new book, appropriately called “The First Mile,” Anthony, managing partner of Innosight, provides a blueprint for how anyone can ensure that they don’t let themselves or others sabotage their innovation. What exactly are you trying to accomplish? He suggests one way to evaluate an idea is to role play.

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How Workflow Automation Can Transform Your Life at Work

She Owns Success

A workflow is a series of activities that need to be done repeatedly to accomplish a goal. Most platforms are geared toward human resource management, marketing, and customer service. Thus, you’re likely to gain the most advantage from the platform if your business is in retail, financial services, or healthcare.

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Employee Recognition Program: Things You Need To know!

Vantage Circle

Regardless of the size of your company, appoint a few people who will be responsible for implementing, managing, and establishing reward programs. Specific Recognition is more meaningful when distinct accomplishments get celebrated. Additionally, employees feel better about their team members' appreciation than their managers.

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How to Create Positive Customer Experiences for Your Business

Harvard Professional Development

Below are some of the types of experiences a customer can have with a business: A customer steps into a retail store and is greeted by a friendly worker offering to help them find a product. Create clear objectives of what you want to accomplish, like more purchases, higher dollar amount per purchase, or more time spent on the website.