Vantage Circle

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020

A lunch with a manager, a trip to a hill station, or an extra day off is much more impactful than an extra amount of money, which they won’t even remember what they spent it on. Besides, several cognitive psychology principles suggest that people perceive non-monetary incentives to be more valuable than the retail value of that award in cash.

Motivation 52

Motivation Creative Approach Retail Performance 52

Penelope Trunk

JULY 22, 2011

I'm just not good enough at the day-to-day life that non-Asperger's people find manageable. And really, at this point in my life, I don't think I would try to do life without an assistant. Like, going to the DMV , sitting through a long, loud dinner , or navigating an airport. The issue here is executive function.

Career Coach 110

Career Coach Career Coaching Career Career Path 110

On The Job

JANUARY 26, 2009

I feel for managers these days, I really do. Or, at least I feel for the good managers. The evil troll managers I don't really think about too much, because they're going to get theirs one day no matter what I think about them. The good managers know their people really well. I know they're losing sleep. Let me explain.

Management 100

Management Management IT Motivation 100

Vantage Circle

MAY 2, 2023

It can become difficult to manage and administer. Managing multiple reward systems for each group can become complex and time-consuming. For instance, you could offer gift cards to specific retailers, online shopping platforms, restaurants, and others. Thus you can manage and allocate your resources efficiently.

Performance 96

Performance Motivation Solution Management 96

Vantage Circle

DECEMBER 12, 2020

He offers visions of what the world’s largest online retailer would become and how it could be delivered. But his most outstanding achievement is his management style. They mentor employees in their professional and personal development. It helps employees better manage change and stay focused during critical days.

Leadership 98

Leadership Motivation Creativity Development 98

On The Job

DECEMBER 1, 2009

Not o make this a rant or anything but I know 3 guys who manage to finish school due to having help from others and they can't find work. I've been rejected from retailers like Kohls and Starbucks for having "too much" education; I've been rejected from Corporate America for "lacking experience."

IT 100

IT Career Education Media 100

crowdspring

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

The Forbes Coaches Council explains it this way : Being a credible mentor for clients is key to achieving success in the industry. Consider using a social media management tool (like Buffer) to schedule all of your social media posts ahead of time. Association of Management Consulting Firms. National Retail Federation.

Consulting 66

Consulting Media Strategy Accounting 66

Vantage Circle

JANUARY 17, 2024

Retailers are utilizing automation and AI - from warehouse robots to customized recommendations - to boost efficiency. The rise of online shopping platforms such as Amazon has shifted consumer behavior from traditional brick-and-mortar retail to digital shopping experiences.

Leadership 93

Leadership Continual Learning Networking Communication 93

Penelope Trunk

DECEMBER 21, 2009

I'm not unemployed but my management job has been cut to half time. Posted by LJTabak on December 22, 2009 at 4:04 pm | permalink | Reply I work in retail and our holiday store has no heat. I graduated with a Master's degree in Ecology in May and I've been working in retail since September. Thank you. Keep it up!

Networking 108

Networking Career Government Management 108

Penelope Trunk

MAY 30, 2010

About this blog | About my company, Brazen Careerist | Penelopes guide to starting a blog Trend watch: HR, texting, needlepoint Posted to: Self-management May 30th, 2010 Del.icio.us Good managers will do their own recruiting by having their own great network. Is this your first time here? This used to happen all the time.

Recruitment 103

Recruitment Career IT Management 103

Penelope Trunk

FEBRUARY 27, 2010

He is not sure how he wants to manage it. By the way, loved your video conference on Managing Up. I have one to add: Allow yourself to work in the fashion and at the time that is most productive to you – not how people who manage office workers demand you work. Find balance: Calm/exciting, chatter/quiet, people/no people.

IT 97

IT Career Management Management 97

Penelope Trunk

OCTOBER 6, 2009

I've had three themed blogs: my personal blog on myself, a food/retail blog, and a technology/business blog. Posted by saad on October 7, 2009 at 12:35 am | permalink | Reply Concur ~ good thought… Posted by Kirk in Indy on October 7, 2009 at 8:47 am | permalink | Reply I think theme is a better word than topic. Trunk's blog.

Career 108

Career IT Mining Creativity 108

Penelope Trunk

NOVEMBER 19, 2009

But then, when I told one of my mentors that I’m not good at sales, he said, “Of course you’re good at sales. Because I'm really good at retail sales, where people come to you, but going out to sell something doesn't come naturally for me. I don’t even know the expression. You’ve gotten three companies funded.” He’s right.

Recruitment 110

Recruitment IT Career Consulting 110

Penelope Trunk

JANUARY 21, 2010

About this blog | About my company, Brazen Careerist | Penelopes guide to starting a blog How to manage a college education Posted to: College students January 21st, 2010 Del.icio.us Imagine my shock 4 months into my new job when the hiring manager told me that she didn't give a fig about my degree. Is this your first time here?

Education 111

Education Management Management Career 111

Penelope Trunk

FEBRUARY 18, 2010

" But how does one manage being both creative and mitigating risk to a reasonable level? I worked for a very large Fortune 50 retailer in the midwest for a number of years that was insanely focused on 'branding' – highly influenced by Seth Godin's work. It’s thrilling to do. Even if you’re wrong sometimes."

Creativity 74

Creativity IT Food Management 74