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How Leaders can Engage Their Teams

Image Courtesy of Idea go / FreeDigitalPhotos.net In the Globe and Mail article Employee Engagement Starts at the Top, Nora Underwood advocates that leaders set specific standards for their teams, while advancing a corporate culture that is conducive to employee engagement. Follow these simple tips to get the most out of your team while setting the standard for excellence Recognize your team’s efforts. Encourage your team by giving positive feedback like saying...

Simple Steps for Creating a Great Relationship with your Boss

Understand their goals so you can help them succeed.  This may involve asking what their goals are so you can be aligned with them. They’ll appreciate your desire to support them. Meet regularly. Even if it’s for only 10 mins, it gives you an opportunity to touch base and get your questions answered.  Make sure you prepare the agenda and put the meeting in his/her schedule. Manage their problems....

EQ vs. IQ ?: Is the Smart Quiet Type No Longer the Star Employee?

Emotional intelligence has become an increasingly popular requirement among employers. In the Globe and Mail article, Emotional intelligence trumps technical know-how, the IT service company, Softchoice, boldly stated that a stronger emphasis on emotional intelligence (EQ) is required for today`s workplace. An emerging trend among companies: hire employees for their attitude and then teach them skills during their careers. They want employees who are flexible, adaptable, and have the...

Solutions for Time Crunched Canadians

Image courtesy of Ambro/FreeDigitalPhotos.net A study by the Canadian Index of Well Being reveals that Canadians are increasingly time crunched and are under constant stress. Here is what the study found: 25% of Canadians are working around the clock 20% of Canadians are experiencing high levels of ‘time crunch’ up from 16.4% in 1992 1 in 4 cares for an elderly parent 1 in 5 is responsible for both a...