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Casual Articles - Score the Rainbow's Pot of Gold: Become the Boss That No One Wants to Leave
All opportunities are based on an idea, but not all ideas represent genuine opportunities. Creative thinking refers to the mental attitude of always trying to improve on existing designs, products and services.Always think actively, watching television, reading the newspaper or even taking to friends will supply the mind with a flood of great and useful ideas. Always asking yourself the question: "Is there an idea in this?" will train the creative mind to always be on guard, and the ideas will begin to flow.Another great tip is to record all your ideas its worth it trust me, this will give you a chance to possibly modify ideas and combine them into a new concept. When trying to find a new concept for an advertising idea you really have to think out the box. I often read something of which i know nothing about this is a great way to find ideas and mould them into something which can be used for the task at hand.We as creative individuals often get into a routine of doing things and this is a major factor for us designing or creating "flat" ideas. Believe in your ability to be creative, and concentrate on opportunities rather than threats. It is very difficult to conjure up great ideas if you are constantly doing the same thing day in and day out. Try spending a whole day, week or weekend without something which is part of your daily routine - i guarantee you will start the the next creative process with a totally new and fresh outlook.<
I’d describe legal interview questions as ones that might appear a bit iffy but are actually acceptable depending on the specific job or industry you are interviewing for and depending on where you live and employment laws that apply.Some of the legal interview questions you can be asked might be ones we’ve already discussed on this site. Some questions might simply be part of the interview process to help the employer gauge your suitability for the position and your suitability to join the company and will enquire about your:Work experience and how it relates to the jobEducation and/or relevant certifications or trainingAbility and propensity to travel Ability to work overtime, shift work and/or weekendsAbility to legally work in the countryCriminal record (if any). Again, local laws might dictate what constitutes legal interview questions and which questions are off limits.Some of these questions might be necessary depending on your industry and level of position.If you are interviewing for a job in a different country, you will need to gain the legal ability to work in that country first so this is obviously a concern for a potential employer if gaining this status might take you months or years.If you were interviewing for a position that involved security clearance, any criminal record would obviously be an important considera
Ladies and gentlemen, the captain has turned on the seat belt sign. Please return to your seats and make sure your seatbelt is fastened tightly around you. We are encountering some unexpected turbulence. I have no idea what that turbulence will be, the source of it, the cause of it, or the cure for it. But I can guarantee it will come. And like the captain of a 747, your job as the boss, will be to make decisions that help all those on board with you navigate the sometimes unfriendly and uncharted skies of your particular industry. You will make decisions that affect you, but more importantly, you will make decisions that will affect many, possibly thousands of other people. That’s what bosses do. They take charge in turbulent time.
Why would anyone want to be led by you? That’s the question that needs to frame your journey to better leadership. If you have a hard time answering that one, try this one, “Would you want you for a boss?” When someone answers with an awkward silence or a stare similar to a dog watching a ceiling fan, you can infer that the answer is “no.” The next questions are, “What makes you think othe
We are generally not very good about keeping others informed about the progress we’re making, especially if there isn’t much. You’re more likely to get support and understanding if you get the word out honestly about what is and isn’t happening. As you start your problem-solving project, establish a communication plan and follow it. Specify who needs what information about your effort, when they need it and how you are going to provide it. Make the plan appropriate to your problem, the culture of your company and the individuals involved.Different participants in the project will need different information. For example, the members of the problem-solving team need all the details about everything. Managers who want the problem solved but aren’t personally participating in the resolution generally need assurance that things are proceeding appropriately, or timely notification if they aren’t. They don’t want to guess or wade through a ton of detail to try to figure out how things stand. For them, regular status reports are generally sufficient. Nobody likes unpleasant surprises, so be sure to identify who needs to know what about the various bumps you’ll hit along road.Once you’ve developed your communications plan, tell everyone involved what it is—-then do what you promise. It seems obvious, but this is a major failing in many projects. Make changes as necessary. If people know that they’re getting the information that they need when they
Why would anyone want to be led by you? That’s the question that needs to frame your journey to better leadership. If you have a hard time answering that one, try this one, “Would you want you for a boss?” When someone answers with an awkward silence or a stare similar to a dog watching a ceiling fan, you can infer that the answer is “no.” The next questions are, “What makes you think oth
I attended ECPweb's Software and Asset Management Summit '04 at The University of Chicago to deliver a workshop on software auditing and compliance. It was a great opportunity for me to talk with other industry professionals as well as to speak with IT and asset managers tasked with implementing asset management (AM) and compliance programs.As I reflect back on my conversations, I realize that certain hurdles to achieving AM program success are common in just about every company, regardless of size. I spoke with folks from organizations trying to manage 100,000+ IT assets, as well as with those who were trying to manage just a few hundred assets.The problems are the same everywhere, only the scale changes. I probably said a hundred times, "You are not alone; most companies have the same problems!" To summarize the issues, I've identified the following key problem areas:· There is inadequate senior-level visibility, involvement and commitment to the project. Ouch! Not good.· There are no internal subject matter experts, the task is overwhelming, and there are too few external experts, road maps or models for reference. A general lack of understanding of the pertinent regulatory and compliance issues further complicates an already daunting challenge. With an estimated 10,000 regulations and laws surrounding IT, this is certainly understandable.· Internal silos and conflicts between key departments (finance, IT, purchasing and c
Why would anyone want to be led by you? That’s the question that needs to frame your journey to better leadership. If you have a hard time answering that one, try this one, “Would you want you for a boss?” When someone answers with an awkward silence or a stare similar to a dog watching a ceiling fan, you can infer that the answer is “no.” The next questions are, “What makes you think oth
Are You a Secret Ace Learner?Are you familiar with the 80/20 rule? There are many versions:a) Eighty percent of the work is accomplished by 20% of the personnel.b) Eighty percent of sales are produced by 20% of the salespeople.c) Eighty percent of learning occurs informally and outside of school.d) Eighty percent of what you read is irrelevant or redundant.e) Twenty percent of class room work has personal value for you, the rest, Nada!Let’s use the Reporter’s system, 5 WH + How.1. When? Learning occurs daily is single chunks (groupings), when we are unaware and operating in the twilight-zone using mostly our right-brain. Examples: asking a co-worker, associate or fellow-student how he did something; hitting the Internet and getting a definition or explanation.2. Where? You learn daily while socializing with friends and associates over coffee, at the water cooler, on a trip. It’s often subliminal and non-conscious learning.3. What? We learn based on what’s on our plate. Somebody told you how to use your TIVO. Few of us bother with the printed directions, they’re boring and complicated. If it bothers you – you ask.4. Why? You set the agenda for learning, not a teacher or director of training. Your Why is always personal and unique to your needs and requirements.5. How? You ask competent folks, call an expert, or run to the Net for answers on the Intranets and Help departme
Why would anyone want to be led by you? That’s the question that needs to frame your journey to better leadership. If you have a hard time answering that one, try this one, “Would you want you for a boss?” When someone answers with an awkward silence or a stare similar to a dog watching a ceiling fan, you can infer that the answer is “no.” The next questions are, “What makes you think oth
But the question is; do you really want to?At present, being employed and working from home with absolutely no commute to the office is generally unheard of. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, 10% of the NSW workforce Teleworks. This is where they still have to venture into their office, however also have the opportunities to take work home. It may sound like they get a great lifestyle, however, in truth, they still are bound by employer agreements- they still have to ask to have holidays, they still only get paid what their employer is willing to give them etc.Co- Owner of Memories 2 Movies; Kelly Mouriliyan; says ‘the reality is that employment from home is extremely hard to find. You need professional skills, and you are still required to commute into the office now and then. I decided to become my own boss and really set my own hours’.But before you even go down the path of looking around to start a business from home, there are a few things you should know before deciding that working from home is actually for you.*You will be in your house most of the day- every day. This could really start to suck! Your house should be your sanctuary and if you start to mix work with your home, your security and sanctuary could start to feel invaded.*You may have children running around and that can cause heaps of problems- especially if they get into things that they really shouldn’t (ie, products or papers etc) this ca
To score a leader’s version of the rainbow’s pot of gold, you’ll need to rouse others with confidence in you and inspire them with assurance in themselves. Lou Holtz, famed Notre Dame football coach, captured the essence of this daunting task in three questions that he speculated people always ask about their leaders:
Are you committed to excellence?
Can I trust you?
Do you care about me? There are many myths about great leadership and just as many pieces of advice to match them. But Lou Holtz’s questions make it all very simple. Can your direct reports answer “yes” to all three?
Are You Committed To Excellence?
People want to play on a winning team, and most realize that hard work and sacrifice make a team win. Football players suit up to practice in the 100 degree temperatures of August not because they like it, but because they know it is part of attaining exc
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