This is a guest post from Roberta Chinsky Matuson. If you think it’s tough being a manager these days, try being an employee. Most are in the position of having to go with the flow, but that doesn’t necessarily mean they do so with a smile on their face. Here are 10 things your employees wish you knew about them: "We are happy to have a job." But that doesn’t necessarily … [Read more...]
Your Role as Mentor is Critically Important
Whether you’re an official mentor or not, the way you treat your employees can play a large part in shaping their careers. Are you building their confidence and helping them learn from their mistakes? Or are you doing the opposite? While this is probably most pertinent to your youngest workers, the way you respond to all employees can affect their future success or lack … [Read more...]