CoCaptain

MAY 25, 2021

They didn’t just wake up one day, at the helm of a billion-dollar company, with a sharp leadership style, knowing exactly how to make seamless executive decisions and direct an army of employees in the right direction. Multimillion-dollar companies have been paying big price tags for leadership coaching for their top leaders for decades.

Executive Coach 83

Executive Coach Executive Coaching Leadership Performance 83

On The Job

APRIL 13, 2009

If you've ever worked for a big company, you know the advantages: everything from a comprehensive employee benefits package to a great holiday party every year. While Redington has hired several people over the last three years to work for his 15-employee company in Westfield, N.J., It’s what’s important to them.” • Speak up.

Engineering 100

Engineering Construction Strategy Consulting 100

On The Job

OCTOBER 20, 2008

Companies already are operating lean, but because of the nervousness about how deep and long the recession will last, employers will want employees to really buckle down. Maybe they're not showing it to employees, but trust me, they're very stressed by what is going on. Fewer benefits. Less flexibility. Bosses are tense.

Career 100

Career IT 100

On The Job

MARCH 24, 2008

They have put in long hours, committed their creativity and energy to helping the company succeed and now will reap the benefits. Among the suggestions from experienced managers: • Listen to employees. Ask for help from your boss, your customers, your peers, your employees. Set the tone. Lead by example. Be a nice person.

Management 100

Management Management Communication Accomplishment 100

On The Job

FEBRUARY 5, 2008

If we're spending 10 to 12 hours a day with other employees, might they have a bigger impact on our decisions? According to an American Management Association survey , employees are decidedly mixed about sharing political views with their colleagues and bosses. Will that influence a boss's perception of an employee? del.icio.us.

Management 100

Management Management Career IT 100

On The Job

MARCH 6, 2008

Remember: Hiring decisions are so critical these days that many companies rely on input from a variety of people -- including employees of all ranks -- when making a decision. Finally, remember that you should not ask employees you meet about benefits, days off, and if the company offers memberships to health clubs. del.icio.us.

Management 145

Management Management Consulting IT 145

On The Job

JANUARY 12, 2009

You can teach the new employee how to use the phone system, you can teach an older employee how to streamline a process, you can teach your boss how to access material on the Internet or you can teach a co-worker how to handle a difficult colleague. Teaching, I believe, can take many different forms in the workplace. Lijit Search.

Career 100

Career Networking IT 100

On The Job

JULY 28, 2008

Well," my friend says, "I know it may sound stupid, but I don't want to be the 'older employee' in my office. If not, then maybe the newest employee benefit offering should be a payroll withdrawal option for "Botox or bangs." It's very competitive these days. I consider it to be an investment in my career." Well, silly me.

Career 100

Career IT Management Management 100

On The Job

SEPTEMBER 13, 2007

The reason it irks me is because I spend a lot of time hearing from the employees of some of those companies, and what they tell me is this: what actually goes on in the workplace is sometimes a whole different ballgame than what is portrayed in those lists. • Is overtime work common? How do you communicate with your employees?

Consulting 100

Consulting Management Management Communication 100

On The Job

OCTOBER 1, 2008

For example, good bosses will understand that the continuing tough economic news means they need to rally the troops, to stick close to employees and make sure employees see they are calm in the face of bad economic news, determined to keep doing the best possible job. They hole up in their offices, the door tightly closed.

Hospitality 100

Hospitality Management Management Career 100

Eat Your Career

NOVEMBER 1, 2010

Have my interactions with other employees been comfortable and friendly? Can I envision feeling at home with the other employees socially? Will the benefits package meet my needs? Tags: Career Transition questions. Is the office location a comfortable distance from home? Will the work feel professionally satisfying?

Utilities 92

Utilities Career Career Goals Company Culture 92

Vantage Circle

AUGUST 3, 2019

In the business world too, it is important to make your employees feel valued and cared for. The reason I’m writing this blog is that I understand that the act of choosing the perfect diwali gift for employees could be really difficult. Presenting a list of 30 Well-thought-out Corporate Diwali Gift Ideas for Employees.

Electronics 40

Electronics Transportation IT Banking 40

On The Job

APRIL 23, 2008

One of the most vulnerable groups of employees are the experienced workers with their higher salaries and richer benefits. And, most important, make sure you look the part of a vital employee. Tags: older workers recession proof jobs layoffs of older workers keeping skills current avoiding layoffs. del.icio.us.

Mentor 100

Mentor Accomplishment Strategy Performance 100

On The Job

SEPTEMBER 15, 2008

Is there any more disturbing site than watching employees cart their belongings in a cardboard box out of a failed company? As I watched Lehman Brothers' employees leave the building over the weekend, it reminded me of that awful scene of stunned workers leaving Enron after it went belly up. Be ready to get the hell out of Dodge.

Career Coach 100

Career Coach Career Coaching Insurance Brainstorming 100

On The Job

MARCH 9, 2009

If you would have suggested a year ago to employees that they should take an unpaid leave for a few days or even a week to help out an employer's bottom line, they might have suggested you assume an anatomically difficult position. Now, employees are volunteering to take time off without pay in order to help employers avoid layoffs.

Insurance 100

Insurance Solution Career Coach Career Coaching 100

On The Job

MAY 3, 2007

Add to that the companies that are stingy with annual bonuses or raises, managers who routinely take all the credit for themselves and benefits constantly being trimmed back and it's no wonder we have a problem with ethics in the workplace these days. Controlling information is a power play that demoralizes employees and leads to hostility.

Continual Learning 100

Continual Learning Government Management Management 100

On The Job

NOVEMBER 12, 2008

The boss gets involved in these activities because he knows it makes his boss happy and raises his profile -- and it can have the same benefit for you. Some employees believe that it's the job of head brass to go out and promote a company, to get new business in the door and to project a positive image.

Networking 100

Networking Development Mentor Career 100

On The Job

FEBRUARY 12, 2008

A new study by the University of Michigan found that only 30 percent of employees have a close confidant at work, down from nearly half in 1985. That's backed up by a recent Robert Half International survey that found that benefits such as healthcare insurance are nearly as popular as salary for today’s job seekers. On average, U.S.

Insurance 100

Insurance Healthcare Media Networking 100

On The Job

FEBRUARY 6, 2008

But it can be done, and if it is accomplished successfully, you and your co-workers will benefit greatly. In this highly competitive global marketplace, it's very difficult if employees do not work together as a team and your co-workers may soon come to realize that your efforts will benefit them, as well. del.icio.us.

Strategy 100

Strategy Accomplishment Networking IT 100

On The Job

JANUARY 16, 2008

On the other hand, what areas should an employer expect to provide some support or training -- areas that are "weaker" for these young employees? Young professionals can definitely benefit from additional training on how a particular business operates. Tags: careers GenX young workers. Do you think this is an exaggeration?

Training Program 100

Training Program Career Networking Education 100

On The Job

DECEMBER 5, 2007

It’s not uncommon these days for an employee to leave a current job for greener pastures. But what if this same employee takes the new job after being in a current position for only six months? Further, leaving a new job too soon also may not be of any benefit to you at all. Tags: job hopping. del.icio.us.

Future Career 100

Future Career Career IT 100

On The Job

FEBRUARY 19, 2008

There is a growing concern among employees that an employer’s access to genetic information about them may lead to discrimination in the workplace, according to Pepper Hamilton , a multi-practice law firm. Tags: expertise Smash the Ladder Newly Corporate podcast genetic information Wounded Marine Careers. del.icio.us.

Insurance 100

Insurance Career Communication Media 100

On The Job

MARCH 20, 2008

The research found that any benefits of job hopping accrue in the early days of a career, and after that, wages can take a hit when you move from employer to employer. Tags: GenY job hopping Five O' Clock Club Ernst and Young change jobs lower wages. The study also looked at the impact on wages when workers took time off to raise kids.

Career Path 100

Career Path Education Career Development 100

On The Job

NOVEMBER 5, 2007

And, based on the stories I've heard, this seems to be a problem at every level of the business world, from the interns and mid-level employees to corporate leaders. This is for your benefit as well -- you may miss key information from the caller simply because you're too busy snarfing down the Big Mac or instant messaging a friend.

IT 100

IT 100

On The Job

JANUARY 10, 2008

While many companies help workers set up mentoring relationships, there are times when an employee may want to seek out help confidentially. Some other things to think about: * Find a mutual benefit. Tags: mentoring. It helps you to work on the areas that you need to grow and develop. Be respectful. del.icio.us.

Mentor 100

Mentor Career Path Career Strategy 100

On The Job

AUGUST 20, 2008

For whatever reason – it has great health benefits, you like the location and there’s a really cute programmer who works on the fourth floor – you have made the decision that you’re staying with a job you hate. I envisioned getting pancakes at an employee discount. It wasn’t an easy decision. And then, the boss took me out for lunch.

Career 100

Career Mentor Performance IT 100

On The Job

DECEMBER 10, 2007

You’ve been scheduled as the next to the last item, right after a speech on parking lot safety tips and just before a note about employee benefit enrollment deadlines. Tags: workplace communications. Chances are good that people will not be alert and listening by this point. del.icio.us.

Communication 100

Communication IT 100

On The Job

SEPTEMBER 10, 2007

But for those of you who are concerned that your job may be threatened (remember, companies keep those profits high by using employees as commodities), then it’s time to take stock and prepare. Tags: unemployment networking job loss.

Networking 100

Networking Retail IT 100

Vantage Circle

APRIL 11, 2023

Well, introducing an employee leaderboard might just do the trick! Employee leaderboards bring elements of gamification into the workplace, adding a little bit of fun to otherwise mundane workdays. As a bonus, you might get to see your employees being more productive and even going the extra mile. Don't believe it?

Performance 105

Performance Motivation Milestones IT 105

On The Job

JULY 30, 2008

It gave me a steady stream of income while I got the rest of my business underway, and they were able to get a qualified writer for less money that a fulltime writer, and didn't have to pay benefits. Look for hidden goodies. Do you have a plan in place to propose to your employer should you lose your job? del.icio.us.

Career 100

Career Networking Solution Management 100

She Owns Success

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Topics Covered The Importance of Brand Visibility Benefits of Custom Logo Drinkware for Your Brand How to Integrate Custom Logo Drinkware into Your Marketing Strategy How to Measure the Impact of Your Custom Drinkware Campaign Conclusion The Importance of Brand Visibility Brand visibility is not just important—it’s essential.

Strategy 52

Strategy Media Utilities IT 52

Vantage Circle

APRIL 25, 2024

Training Management : Tracks employee training needs, schedules, and completion status. Benefits Administration : Manages employee benefits, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks. Certain advanced features in Confluence may come with a higher price tag. The price is also a bit high.

Communication 59

Communication Management Management Brainstorming 59

Vantage Circle

APRIL 25, 2024

Training Management : Tracks employee training needs, schedules, and completion status. Benefits Administration : Manages employee benefits, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks. Certain advanced features in Confluence may come with a higher price tag. The price is also a bit high.

Communication 52

Communication Management Management Brainstorming 52

Vantage Circle

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Employee engagement activities should be more about the heart than the brain. Managers are busy, employees are disengaged, and the current office culture is at havoc. In this scenario, improving employee engagement is the least likely to grow. The truth is that most managers treat employee engagement as a one-time thing.

Brainstorming 70

Brainstorming Mentor Food Performance 70

Vantage Circle

APRIL 17, 2023

When employees are encouraged to recognize their peers, they start to perceive one another as important players in the success of the team. Had an employee made a significant contribution to the project? Have an ice cream truck come in during the day and watch your employees reminisce and bond over their favorite ice cream flavors.

Management 96

Management Management Milestones Motivation 96

Career Advancement

APRIL 1, 2019

Over half of employers use social media to check the profiles of their current employees, too, according to CareerBuilder, a trend that’s been growing for years. Likewise, set your notifications so you’ll receive an email or phone alert right away if anyone tags you. Here are some important “dos” and “don’ts” for using social media.

Media 153

Media Networking Accounting Recruitment 153

Vantage Circle

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

The 5S system is a Japanese-based set of principles with the idea that an organized workspace results in better employee productivity and increased workplace safety. It is a method of workplace organization to increase employee productivity and work efficiency. Ask your employees what is necessary and what isn’t. Seiso (Shine).

Manufacturing 89

Manufacturing Company Culture Hospitality Shadowing 89