By Annmarie Edwards
It is important for leaders to get to know their workers. Forming a strong social network is vital in building connections within staff. Making friends with staff is part of building a social network that every leader should use. Here are seven tips on making friends and influence workers:
1. Begin with a name. Knowing the names of your workers not only build friends and influence workers but setting the stage for an involved workforce. Using a worker's name in communication shows that you care about the worker. Taking the time in getting to know them goes a long way in building connection.
2. A personal touch goes a long way. Employers can make friends and influence workers by encouraging an open communication policy, making eye contact, and interacting with staff members daily.
3. Show you care. Have an open door policy that encouraged workers to talk to management freely about work related matters. Show you care will help you to build friends and influence workers.
4. Connect by communication. Create connections between management and employees through positive verbal communication. Managers can give inspirational talks and express gratitude for a job well done. By creating positive communication among employees and management, employers will build friends and influence workers.
5. Set Goals. Boost involvement through company goal setting. Management should encourage both short- and long- term goals. For example:
a) Short-term goal: Increase productivity for the next two months.
b) Long-term goal: Build partnerships with other business.
6. Problem Solve: Meet challenges head-on. It is important for leaders to resolve issues as soon as they arise. Procrastinating or "passing the buck" only compounds the problem. To problem solve follow these tips:
a) Gather facts to find out what the problem is.
B) Analyze the facts by asking workers for their opinion in solving the problem.
c) Design a plan of action using your workers in put.
d) Brainstorm solutions with workers.
e) Follow-up with your solutions.
7. Develop effective leadership. Businesses can develop leadership through team building, peer mentoring and coaching among workers. This form of leadership helps businesses to maximize their workers' talents and resources. By doings so, leaders will make friends and influence workers.
Annmarie Edwards is a business growth expert who helps businesses maximize their full growth potential, decrease stress, and improve productivity. To learn more on how you can improve your health, decrease stress, and improve training read her blogs.
Copyrighted © 2008 by Annmarie Edwards
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
How to build Your Staff Team Spirit And Increase Their Morale
by Annmarie Edwards
Companies use team building to motivate employees and strengthen bond.
If you want to boost your employee's morale, develop their skills and reward them then use team building as part of your training.
Companies that used team building
http://www.Coolsavings.com a Chicago based company used team building as part of their training according to Rinella of Las Vegas Review-Journal. Team building has many benefits such as: build stability, ignite staff morale, motivate, and focus staff especially when facing layoffs. In addition, it is a way to keep the more talented staff challenged by working in teams. Team building will show how each staff is important to the company.
What can you learn from Coolsaving.com?
Coolsaving.com used money management and goat roping in their two days training in Las Vegas. The first day each team received $100.00 to come up with a strategy of how to maximize their money. The whole idea was for the teams to work together.
Goat roping another part of their training brought the team together. Everyone worked together to come up with a plan. This company with reference to Las Vegas Review-Journal, encouraged “outside the box thinking.”
Team building provides employees with the opportunity to use creativity in their work. By allowing employees to explore their own creativity freely using a team effort they were able to create something that was useful to the company. In essence, when employers give employees more freedom to express their knowledge they are opening the gate for more innovate thinking.
Pulte Homes/Del Webb Communities used cooking as part of their team building training. For this activity, employees created a multicourse meal, which they served. Employees did their cooking at the creative Cooking School in Las Vegas.
Other Team Building Activities
Designing a company logo using squares, paint, and certain colors to send the message are ways to build team spirit. The main points are to have fun, revitalize people, and show humor.
In sum, team building is always good for staff to develop their creativity, build morale, and encourage interaction among staff. Employees need to feel special and team building is a tool every employer should use in developing people.
To learn more about building team spirit you can read
Working In Groups: Team Spirit. Las Vegas Review-Journal. http://www.reviewjournal.com/lvrj_home/2003/Aug-1
Annmarie Edwards is a business growth Expert who helps businesses maximizes their full growth potential. You can learn more about this workforce trainer/speaker by reading her blogs:
http://onlineworkforcetraining.blogspot.com
http://dearsitta.blogspot.com
http://collegestudentsadvisor.blogspot.com
Copyrighted © by Annmarie Edwards 2008
Companies use team building to motivate employees and strengthen bond.
If you want to boost your employee's morale, develop their skills and reward them then use team building as part of your training.
Companies that used team building
http://www.Coolsavings.com a Chicago based company used team building as part of their training according to Rinella of Las Vegas Review-Journal. Team building has many benefits such as: build stability, ignite staff morale, motivate, and focus staff especially when facing layoffs. In addition, it is a way to keep the more talented staff challenged by working in teams. Team building will show how each staff is important to the company.
What can you learn from Coolsaving.com?
Coolsaving.com used money management and goat roping in their two days training in Las Vegas. The first day each team received $100.00 to come up with a strategy of how to maximize their money. The whole idea was for the teams to work together.
Goat roping another part of their training brought the team together. Everyone worked together to come up with a plan. This company with reference to Las Vegas Review-Journal, encouraged “outside the box thinking.”
Team building provides employees with the opportunity to use creativity in their work. By allowing employees to explore their own creativity freely using a team effort they were able to create something that was useful to the company. In essence, when employers give employees more freedom to express their knowledge they are opening the gate for more innovate thinking.
Pulte Homes/Del Webb Communities used cooking as part of their team building training. For this activity, employees created a multicourse meal, which they served. Employees did their cooking at the creative Cooking School in Las Vegas.
Other Team Building Activities
Designing a company logo using squares, paint, and certain colors to send the message are ways to build team spirit. The main points are to have fun, revitalize people, and show humor.
In sum, team building is always good for staff to develop their creativity, build morale, and encourage interaction among staff. Employees need to feel special and team building is a tool every employer should use in developing people.
To learn more about building team spirit you can read
Working In Groups: Team Spirit. Las Vegas Review-Journal. http://www.reviewjournal.com/lvrj_home/2003/Aug-1
Annmarie Edwards is a business growth Expert who helps businesses maximizes their full growth potential. You can learn more about this workforce trainer/speaker by reading her blogs:
http://onlineworkforcetraining.blogspot.com
http://dearsitta.blogspot.com
http://collegestudentsadvisor.blogspot.com
Copyrighted © by Annmarie Edwards 2008
Thursday, July 24, 2008
How to reduce Your Worry 50 % and solve your problems
By Annmarie Edwards
What is the problem?
What kind of conversation is going back and forth in your mind right now? This conversation takes the place of a rewind movie that never stops. It goes on and on and on. You get the gist.
Is this mind replay causing you to worry?
Now is the time to take control of your thoughts. To stop worrying first find out what is the problem? Identifying your problem is the first step in solving it.
Get the Facts
If your mind is out of balance because of worry then now is the time to list everything that is worrying you. Go on and list them now!
What are you going to do about it?
You've taken the first step in identifying the problem by writing it down. Now decide what you're going to do about it. By deciding what you're going to do about your problem will help you to think clearly on your next plan of action.
Decide on your plan of action
Now that you identify the problem and you've decided to do something about it you're on your way to solve your problem.
What is your plan of action?
Your plan of action can includes goal setting. By doing this, you're giving yourself a time line to bring some closure to your problem. Setting goals are important but to carry them out is another. Make sure in setting your goals you're committed in seeing them through. You'll only solve your problem if you act. Setting goals by acting on them show that you're taking the necessary steps in solving your problems.
In sum, problem solving is not that hard. Remember in solving your problems you first need to get the facts, next analyze them, have a plan of action in place, and act on them. As you see it is that easy. Remember you're in control of your thoughts. Whenever time you feel overwhelmed use these problem solving tips and you'll be on your way in solving your problems.
To learn more about how to solve your problems and stop worrying read "How To Stop Worrying And Start Living" by Dale Carnegie.
Copyrighted © by Annmarie Edwards 2008
What is the problem?
What kind of conversation is going back and forth in your mind right now? This conversation takes the place of a rewind movie that never stops. It goes on and on and on. You get the gist.
Is this mind replay causing you to worry?
Now is the time to take control of your thoughts. To stop worrying first find out what is the problem? Identifying your problem is the first step in solving it.
Get the Facts
If your mind is out of balance because of worry then now is the time to list everything that is worrying you. Go on and list them now!
What are you going to do about it?
You've taken the first step in identifying the problem by writing it down. Now decide what you're going to do about it. By deciding what you're going to do about your problem will help you to think clearly on your next plan of action.
Decide on your plan of action
Now that you identify the problem and you've decided to do something about it you're on your way to solve your problem.
What is your plan of action?
Your plan of action can includes goal setting. By doing this, you're giving yourself a time line to bring some closure to your problem. Setting goals are important but to carry them out is another. Make sure in setting your goals you're committed in seeing them through. You'll only solve your problem if you act. Setting goals by acting on them show that you're taking the necessary steps in solving your problems.
In sum, problem solving is not that hard. Remember in solving your problems you first need to get the facts, next analyze them, have a plan of action in place, and act on them. As you see it is that easy. Remember you're in control of your thoughts. Whenever time you feel overwhelmed use these problem solving tips and you'll be on your way in solving your problems.
To learn more about how to solve your problems and stop worrying read "How To Stop Worrying And Start Living" by Dale Carnegie.
Copyrighted © by Annmarie Edwards 2008
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Power Your Mind…Stay healthy with 7 Magic Foods
By Annmarie Edwards
7 Magic Foods to Keep You Healthy
Do you feel overwhelmed because of stress, lack of sleep, overworked, ineffective, and falling eyesight?
It is time to take charge of your health with these 7 magic foods.
Stress accounts for 90% of most death (http://www.sciencespectrumonline.com/artman/publish/article_213.shtml).
Lower your stress level by taking a break and fill up with some strawberries. This nutrient rich food can reduce your stress and calm your anxiety.
If work problems cause your cholesterol level to develop, here come strawberries to your rescue. Strawberries are rich in vitamin C and keep bad cholesterol away. It has the omega-3 fatty acid, which is good for your health. This magic food has other nutrients such as magnesium, copper, folic acid, potassium, vitamin k, vitamin B5 & B6. Try some…
http://chetday.com/benefitofstrawberry.htm
Are you working long hours that put strain on your eyes?
Do you know that eating Blueberries and Carrots can improve your eyesight without medicine or surgery? Eating these foods can improve your eyesight so you can put away your glasses for good. If your eyesight needs correction, look no further. Blueberries and carrots will provide you with all the vitamins and minerals you need for better eyesight.
Carrot contains beta-carotene and vitamin A. A shortage in vitamin A can lead to poor vision. Carrot supports the liver by giving it more energy to perform its job. http://health.learninginfo.org/benefits-carrots.htm
Are you falling asleep at work?
A tablespoon of honey will give you that instant energy boost you need to keep you awake.
Do You Suffer From Insomnia?
If you have problems falling asleep at night, here is a formula that works. I have used it several times and it works. Heat 8 ounces of milk with two tablespoons of honey for two minutes in the microwave. Stir it well and drink it. You'll sleep like a baby. In fact, you will get the best sleep in the world.
Are you losing your voice because of the common cold?
Dribble a spoonful of honey on a ripe banana and you will see some instant result. Banana is rich in potassium and other nutrients when combined with honey fight colds and help build your immune system.
Do you have performance problem?
Flaxseed is here to your rescue. You can add flaxseed to your cereal in the morning or you can ground two tablespoon of it and add it to your milk. The power of flaxseed expands over 4000 years with the Egyptian using this powerful food as part of their medicine.
For the best result using flaxseed, soak half a cup of flaxseed with 4 ounces of water overnight. Make a shake using one ripe banana, one-cup soymilk, three strawberries, half-cup cherries, and two small carrots. Blend all these ingredients in a blender and drink it. Make this a morning routine and you'll see result in your performance.
Do you have high cholesterol, diabetes, and other health problems? Look no further…
Cherries are rich in antioxidants that fight cancer and helps in lowering cholesterol and blood sugar. It has vitamin B, C, and potassium. Eating cherries help you to maintain your health and fight threatening diseases.
Staying healthy is central to your job performance. When you're healthy, you've less stress and you're in control. Start your morning right everyday using these seven magic foods. If you have any medical issues and need information about what foods are right for you contact your medical doctor.
Copyrighted © by Annmarie Edwards 2008
7 Magic Foods to Keep You Healthy
Do you feel overwhelmed because of stress, lack of sleep, overworked, ineffective, and falling eyesight?
It is time to take charge of your health with these 7 magic foods.
Stress accounts for 90% of most death (http://www.sciencespectrumonline.com/artman/publish/article_213.shtml).
Lower your stress level by taking a break and fill up with some strawberries. This nutrient rich food can reduce your stress and calm your anxiety.
If work problems cause your cholesterol level to develop, here come strawberries to your rescue. Strawberries are rich in vitamin C and keep bad cholesterol away. It has the omega-3 fatty acid, which is good for your health. This magic food has other nutrients such as magnesium, copper, folic acid, potassium, vitamin k, vitamin B5 & B6. Try some…
http://chetday.com/benefitofstrawberry.htm
Are you working long hours that put strain on your eyes?
Do you know that eating Blueberries and Carrots can improve your eyesight without medicine or surgery? Eating these foods can improve your eyesight so you can put away your glasses for good. If your eyesight needs correction, look no further. Blueberries and carrots will provide you with all the vitamins and minerals you need for better eyesight.
Carrot contains beta-carotene and vitamin A. A shortage in vitamin A can lead to poor vision. Carrot supports the liver by giving it more energy to perform its job. http://health.learninginfo.org/benefits-carrots.htm
Are you falling asleep at work?
A tablespoon of honey will give you that instant energy boost you need to keep you awake.
Do You Suffer From Insomnia?
If you have problems falling asleep at night, here is a formula that works. I have used it several times and it works. Heat 8 ounces of milk with two tablespoons of honey for two minutes in the microwave. Stir it well and drink it. You'll sleep like a baby. In fact, you will get the best sleep in the world.
Are you losing your voice because of the common cold?
Dribble a spoonful of honey on a ripe banana and you will see some instant result. Banana is rich in potassium and other nutrients when combined with honey fight colds and help build your immune system.
Do you have performance problem?
Flaxseed is here to your rescue. You can add flaxseed to your cereal in the morning or you can ground two tablespoon of it and add it to your milk. The power of flaxseed expands over 4000 years with the Egyptian using this powerful food as part of their medicine.
For the best result using flaxseed, soak half a cup of flaxseed with 4 ounces of water overnight. Make a shake using one ripe banana, one-cup soymilk, three strawberries, half-cup cherries, and two small carrots. Blend all these ingredients in a blender and drink it. Make this a morning routine and you'll see result in your performance.
Do you have high cholesterol, diabetes, and other health problems? Look no further…
Cherries are rich in antioxidants that fight cancer and helps in lowering cholesterol and blood sugar. It has vitamin B, C, and potassium. Eating cherries help you to maintain your health and fight threatening diseases.
Staying healthy is central to your job performance. When you're healthy, you've less stress and you're in control. Start your morning right everyday using these seven magic foods. If you have any medical issues and need information about what foods are right for you contact your medical doctor.
Copyrighted © by Annmarie Edwards 2008
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