To stay in business in today’s economy, you must undergo changes to survive. Certain industries change more often and faster than others, while some stay more fixed. However, all businesses must change at times to stay competitive.
Lead by Example
Business executives and managers must be willing to change themselves, if they expect employees to change. Be prepared to make changes yourself and be able explain to your employees why those changes are necessary.
Keep Your Employees in the Loop
Nothing causes dissension faster than employees thinking they are being deceived. As soon as possible, inform employees of change initiatives and their part in …read more

This is the first of 10 articles I’ll be writing about the commandments I live by as a manager. I’m calling them Slacker Manager Commandments, and I think they are great rules to live by:

Never stop learning (to be a better manager and better person)
Are you looking to feel alive, really alive, and wondering how to do it? Are you looking to be a leader in your field, and wondering how to do it? Are you wondering what these two questions have in common?
I’m here to say, to stay alive, and to be a leader in your field, the key …read more

One of the best ways you can practice living the FISH Philosophy is to be there for your team.
5 Ways to Be There For Your Team
1) Single task your direct reports
2) Manage by walking around
3) Open your door to your team
4) Open your heart to your team
5) Listen, I mean really LISTEN, to what your direct reports are saying
What can you do to BE THERE for your team?
Listen to the music photo credit to vagawi

I’m starting a new series called Help Wanted: Yours.
In the series, I’m going to ask a question about the things troubling managers today, and then provide the answers you share, as well as my thought. Think of it as straight talk for tough times.
There are several ways you can contribute.
1) Answer the question – I’m asking questions, I need your help to answer them. I’ll be a contributor too, and I’ll share all answers back, with credit and a link back.
2) Ask someone else you know – Send the question out to YOUR network. Share your findings in the comments, …read more