December 23, 2009 - by Lois J. Zachary
The pervasiveness and popularity of mentoring is undeniable. That it results in significant personal growth and career development is indisputable. That it holds the potential to change people's perspectives and the quality of their lives is irrefutable. Learning and de... More »
November 23, 2009 - by Dean Smith
While the recession may officially be over, it will be some time before the workplace returns to stability. Layoffs, salary freezes, and reduced benefits continue to be the norm. Companies have stretched both budgets and employees to ensure survival. A new study by Rand... More »
September 23, 2009 - by Jada Edmondson
There are four basic communication styles: expressive, systematic, sympathetic, and direct. Our communication styles affect how others' react to and perceive us. Knowing your communication style and knowing how to manage others' communication styles can reduce conflict,... More »
September 16, 2009 - by Paul Harris
A handful of students within the business and engineering schools at San Jose State University in California are headed for careers in service-related industries with an expanded set of marketable skills. A specially devised curriculum shared by the two schools includes... More »
August 23, 2009 - by Dan Lipson
I recently watched an Intel ad featuring one of the company's "rock stars" - the employee who invented the USB. He was cheered by his co-workers as he walked through the office. It was a very poignant picture for me since I'm in the business of making rock stars. How do... More »
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