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Leadership, what is it and what is the difference between being a manager and being a leader?. Definitions of leadership, there is not a single definition that everyone agrees on. Manfred Kets de Vries, a professor at INSEAD, says that leadership is a “set of characteristics, behaviour patterns, personality attributes” that makes certain individuals more effective in achieving a set goal or objective.Another way of describing leadership is to say that, to get the best out of people, individuals, teams, organisations, they need to be led, guided, persuaded, motivated, inspired, to be committed, to do their best, to work together to achieve a common objective. This, r
"But it's not in my JD." Yes, that's why it's called extra mile.
To get yourself started, I’m giving you access to a user-friendly resource where you will learn the basics – from the perspective of a newbie:
http://leadersladder.org/newbieclub/tund.html
Oh, I forgot to tell you. It’s not just about website building. It’s everything about your pc and the internet. Enjoy!
- Let me know when you've created a new website, I might have a tip or two to improve it!
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Please feel free to email me your comments, reactions, or suggestions so that others may also benefit. It is one way where we can help our fellow HR practit
The Problem: Over the last few months we have published articles with business process improvement ideas from lean, six-sigma and the theory of constraints. Many leading organisations have used them to transform their organisations. Yet many more have tried them and failed to obtain the exponential improvements promised. For all the popularity of various improvement initiatives and management fads that have come and gone, the truth is that in majority of the cases the changes made just do not last. Where lies the differencebetween both types of organisation? Seeing one initiative after another start out with loud bombast and end in a fizzle leads to disenchantm
By the way, this is not just for HR people but also for non-HR managers who understand that human resource management is a line function.
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HR discipline is a closed niche, at least from my perspective. This has both a positive and negative impact. Let’s try to discuss some of the points.
The Good Side
Being highly-specialized, HR is an indispensable factor in every organization. In fact, when companies implement labor-saving device like retrenchments and lay-offs, the last one to go will always be HR people. Most often, they don’t go at all.
The nitty-gritty, or what is sometimes called the “dirty job,” will always be HR’s – nobody wants to handle them, definitely not manufacturing or sales. Even to the point of disciplining their own men, departments oftentimes rely on HR to do this for them – which I believe is a practice that belongs to the old school of thought. And the ultimate horror of management function – terminating employees, is always the butter on HR’s bread. No wonder, we’re always the last to go!
These are just the tip of the iceberg, so to speak, on the importance of the HR function in an organization. What a big tip!
The Bad Side
However, being highly-specialized also brings with it a great disadvantage. In terms of promotions and organizational movements, seldom is HR considered if at all. That’s why we almost always see somebody who joins an organization in the HR department, and retires in the same department 40 years after. Not too bad! I mean, at least one keeps his job over the long haul.
Another point is, we are most often considered as idea-implementers and not idea-generators. We may have spearheaded a company-wide “Employee Suggestion System,” without even participating. Why can’t we? Of course – it seems awkward if we give rewards to ourselves (just in case our suggestion gets implemented). Well, some mature organizations have a way out of this trap.
O-I-C
So how do you get out of this cycle (please note I didn’t say “vicious;” if you think it’s a vicious cycle, please read again The Good Side).
By putting yourself into the company’s profit stream. Mind you, it’s not easy. You need to develop some new skills, something that contributes directly to your company’s bottomline. It means investing in yourself – time and effort. Again, it’s not easy. It takes 1,000 hours to learn a new skill; 5,000 hours to master that skill.
Oh my, I’d rather stay in HR (did I hear you say that?). For those who dare to venture, come with me! Let’s get down to specifics.
One very good skill you can learn is making a website. Please don’t shout at me – “IT BELONGS TO IT DEPARTMENT.” In todays hi-tech everything, you can’t leave your fate to anybody's hands. You must learn how to do it if you want to survive.
But what are the benefits of learning this skill? Good question. And this is especially true to companies who maximize the use of modern technology. As HR, we have lots of programs – recognition, simple celebrations, current updates, name it you have it all. Wouldn’t it be nice to have at your fingertips the skills to document and show these activities right after the event? Yes, you have IT – who is also very busy with their priorities. You may have your request done, but . . . you know what I mean.
Knowing how to create a website, creating an HR website, and being current and up-to-date in bringing your activities to your constituents is such a great feeling - and an excellent morale booster. Besides, it makes you a valuable player in your organization, too. Believe you me, it’s not easy – but it’s not that difficult either. If you only have enough “why’s,” you will suddenly have more than enough “how’s.”
"But it's not in my JD." Yes, that's why it's called extra mile.
To get yourself started, I’m giving you access to a user-friendly resource where you will learn the basics – from the perspective of a newbie:
http://leadersladder.org/newbieclub/tund.html
Oh, I forgot to tell you. It’s not just about website building. It’s everything about your pc and the internet. Enjoy!
- Let me know when you've created a new website, I might have a tip or two to improve it!
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Please feel free to email me your comments, reactions, or suggestions so that others may also benefit. It is one way where we can help our fellow HR practiti
They're really are powerful million dollar opportunites everywhere.Ok, let me explain.I jumped on a flight to Miami late yesterday for some business stuff and I do what I always do:Grab as many new business magazines as I can possibly find for the trip.I have to admit, a few hours to read in 'peace and quiet' is awesome.Onward.We were about 15 minutes in the air and I started reading a really interesting story.I was reading it thinking, there are great opportunities everywhere to improve ourselves and our finances, we just need to see them.Let me explain.I was reading about Mike Butler."Who's he?" I said th
These are just the tip of the iceberg, so to speak, on the importance of the HR function in an organization. What a big tip!
The Bad Side
However, being highly-specialized also brings with it a great disadvantage. In terms of promotions and organizational movements, seldom is HR considered if at all. That’s why we almost always see somebody who joins an organization in the HR department, and retires in the same department 40 years after. Not too bad! I mean, at least one keeps his job over the long haul.
Another point is, we are most often considered as idea-implementers and not idea-generators. We may have spearheaded a company-wide “Employee Suggestion System,” without even participating. Why can’t we? Of course – it seems awkward if we give rewards to ourselves (just in case our suggestion gets implemented). Well, some mature organizations have a way out of this trap.
O-I-C
So how do you get out of this cycle (please note I didn’t say “vicious;” if you think it’s a vicious cycle, please read again The Good Side).
By putting yourself into the company’s profit stream. Mind you, it’s not easy. You need to develop some new skills, something that contributes directly to your company’s bottomline. It means investing in yourself – time and effort. Again, it’s not easy. It takes 1,000 hours to learn a new skill; 5,000 hours to master that skill.
Oh my, I’d rather stay in HR (did I hear you say that?). For those who dare to venture, come with me! Let’s get down to specifics.
One very good skill you can learn is making a website. Please don’t shout at me – “IT BELONGS TO IT DEPARTMENT.” In todays hi-tech everything, you can’t leave your fate to anybody's hands. You must learn how to do it if you want to survive.
But what are the benefits of learning this skill? Good question. And this is especially true to companies who maximize the use of modern technology. As HR, we have lots of programs – recognition, simple celebrations, current updates, name it you have it all. Wouldn’t it be nice to have at your fingertips the skills to document and show these activities right after the event? Yes, you have IT – who is also very busy with their priorities. You may have your request done, but . . . you know what I mean.
Knowing how to create a website, creating an HR website, and being current and up-to-date in bringing your activities to your constituents is such a great feeling - and an excellent morale booster. Besides, it makes you a valuable player in your organization, too. Believe you me, it’s not easy – but it’s not that difficult either. If you only have enough “why’s,” you will suddenly have more than enough “how’s.”
"But it's not in my JD." Yes, that's why it's called extra mile.
To get yourself started, I’m giving you access to a user-friendly resource where you will learn the basics – from the perspective of a newbie:
http://leadersladder.org/newbieclub/tund.html
Oh, I forgot to tell you. It’s not just about website building. It’s everything about your pc and the internet. Enjoy!
- Let me know when you've created a new website, I might have a tip or two to improve it!
------------------
Please feel free to email me your comments, reactions, or suggestions so that others may also benefit. It is one way where we can help our fellow HR practit
If your restaurant will be serving wine, you must take care to serve it properly. Wine served properly can enhance and optimize the taste and bouquet, while serving it improperly will cause your wine to taste differently, even badly.TemperatureMost wines have a proper serving temperature for optimal taste. Light colored wines, including white wines, ros?s and most sparkling wines will taste their best if served chilled at about 45 to 50 degrees. This temperature can be obtained by refrigerating the wine for about 1 - 2 hours before serving. Red wines are usually best served at a slightly cool room temperature, typically 60 to 65 degrees. Remember that on a hot d
O-I-C
So how do you get out of this cycle (please note I didn’t say “vicious;” if you think it’s a vicious cycle, please read again The Good Side).
By putting yourself into the company’s profit stream. Mind you, it’s not easy. You need to develop some new skills, something that contributes directly to your company’s bottomline. It means investing in yourself – time and effort. Again, it’s not easy. It takes 1,000 hours to learn a new skill; 5,000 hours to master that skill.
Oh my, I’d rather stay in HR (did I hear you say that?). For those who dare to venture, come with me! Let’s get down to specifics.
One very good skill you can learn is making a website. Please don’t shout at me – “IT BELONGS TO IT DEPARTMENT.” In todays hi-tech everything, you can’t leave your fate to anybody's hands. You must learn how to do it if you want to survive.
But what are the benefits of learning this skill? Good question. And this is especially true to companies who maximize the use of modern technology. As HR, we have lots of programs – recognition, simple celebrations, current updates, name it you have it all. Wouldn’t it be nice to have at your fingertips the skills to document and show these activities right after the event? Yes, you have IT – who is also very busy with their priorities. You may have your request done, but . . . you know what I mean.
Knowing how to create a website, creating an HR website, and being current and up-to-date in bringing your activities to your constituents is such a great feeling - and an excellent morale booster. Besides, it makes you a valuable player in your organization, too. Believe you me, it’s not easy – but it’s not that difficult either. If you only have enough “why’s,” you will suddenly have more than enough “how’s.”
"But it's not in my JD." Yes, that's why it's called extra mile.
To get yourself started, I’m giving you access to a user-friendly resource where you will learn the basics – from the perspective of a newbie:
http://leadersladder.org/newbieclub/tund.html
Oh, I forgot to tell you. It’s not just about website building. It’s everything about your pc and the internet. Enjoy!
- Let me know when you've created a new website, I might have a tip or two to improve it!
------------------
Please feel free to email me your comments, reactions, or suggestions so that others may also benefit. It is one way where we can help our fellow HR practit
So, you finally had that job interview. You know the one. The interview you tried so hard to land. The interview for which you prepared so hard? The interview you know you nailed? It's all over. You can sit back, relax, and wait for the phone to ring with a job offer. Right? Wrong!Winning a job interview is the first part of the battle. Performing well in the interview is the second part of the battle. Now comes the third part of the battle: The follow-up contact.But, "wait a minute," you say, "won't I look desperate if I follow up?" Well, yes, if your follow-up is a phone call saying, "oh please, oh please, oh please hire me. I will die if I don't have
But what are the benefits of learning this skill? Good question. And this is especially true to companies who maximize the use of modern technology. As HR, we have lots of programs – recognition, simple celebrations, current updates, name it you have it all. Wouldn’t it be nice to have at your fingertips the skills to document and show these activities right after the event? Yes, you have IT – who is also very busy with their priorities. You may have your request done, but . . . you know what I mean.
Knowing how to create a website, creating an HR website, and being current and up-to-date in bringing your activities to your constituents is such a great feeling - and an excellent morale booster. Besides, it makes you a valuable player in your organization, too. Believe you me, it’s not easy – but it’s not that difficult either. If you only have enough “why’s,” you will suddenly have more than enough “how’s.”
"But it's not in my JD." Yes, that's why it's called extra mile.
To get yourself started, I’m giving you access to a user-friendly resource where you will learn the basics – from the perspective of a newbie:
http://leadersladder.org/newbieclub/tund.html
Oh, I forgot to tell you. It’s not just about website building. It’s everything about your pc and the internet. Enjoy!
- Let me know when you've created a new website, I might have a tip or two to improve it!
------------------
Please feel free to email me your comments, reactions, or suggestions so that others may also benefit. It is one way where we can help our fellow HR practit
When you ask employees about their impressions of Performance Management processes, the answer is invariably negative or neutral. It’s not often that the process is positively endorsed by those who use it. So where are we going wrong?As managers, we know we need a management system of some kind for all the components of performance:• getting people to work on things that will help the business achieve its goals• identifying and overcoming obstacles that might prevent success• understand and checking our progress regularly• giving people a forum for talking about what they are doing and how it’s going• providing the appropriate checks
"But it's not in my JD." Yes, that's why it's called extra mile.
To get yourself started, I’m giving you access to a user-friendly resource where you will learn the basics – from the perspective of a newbie:
http://leadersladder.org/newbieclub/tund.html
Oh, I forgot to tell you. It’s not just about website building. It’s everything about your pc and the internet. Enjoy!
- Let me know when you've created a new website, I might have a tip or two to improve it!
------------------
Please feel free to email me your comments, reactions, or suggestions so that others may also benefit. It is one way where we can help our fellow HR practitioners grow and improve in this super-complicated field of people-management.
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