DEVELOPS OTHERS A) Creates and provides opportunities to allow staff to invest the appropriate amount of time to ensure personal development. B) Uses the Performance Management System to cultivate and develop employee talent. C) Actively undertakes personal development discussions with subordinates and encourages them to participate in appropriate learning activities. D) Analyses individual strengths, weaknesses,… Continue reading »
Sep
26
People Skills Personal Traits Needed by Effective People Focussed Managers
Which personals trait and skills do we need to be people oriented effective managers? Three more for us to ponder… and develop! TENACITY A) Is willing to do more than normally expected by others the complete task even if it comes at some personal cost. B) Able to maintain focus and interest over a long… Continue reading »
Sep
20
Seven Things You Must know About Your Customers by Clate Mask
This is a recent email I received from Clate Mask CEO, Infusionsoft regarding the & “things” you must know about your customers: 1. Their Name- Nothing speaks to an individual faster than their first name. Use it to build your relationship with your customer. 2. What They’ve Purchased- If you know what your customers purchased… Continue reading »
Sep
18
People Oriented Management Competencies and Working With Teams
TEAM LEADERSHIP A) Communicates clearly the team goals and systematically monitors standards and controls the progress of the team and individual members. Listens well to the opinions of members. B) Leads by example by adhering to agreed rules, regulations and standards of behaviour in general and particularly those set/agreed by the team. C) Uses sound… Continue reading »
Sep
17
Leadership Competence and Linking it to a Leadership Brand
Leadership Competence and Linking it to a Leadership Brand, so which competencies are important and who should decide? Talking of branding ourself… Ric (orglearn) **Link for direct page viewers return to main career success blog to check out other posts! While you’re here take a look at the free blank resume form!
Sep
16
Desirable Personal Qualities for People Oriented Managers
Three more desirable qualities for those that want to excel at being people oriented managers or leaders: RELATIONSHIP BUILDER A) Communicates effectively with those around him/her. B) Understands and practices the principles of good human relations. C) Regularly contacts those people critical to his/her personal and work success. D) Shows genuine interest in the well-being… Continue reading »
Sep
13
Five Great Ways to Land Your Resume in the Office Waste Bin
A great resume advice article by Jessica Holbrook on “careerrocketeer”. The main points: Applying for a job, resume sin number 1. Not including a cover letter with your resume. Obvious really! Resume sin number 2. Including an objective statement. “Point blank objectives are bad form.” Sin number 3. “Use headings like profile and career summary… Continue reading »
Sep
11
Change Management Video 30 Seconds of the Nuts and Bolts
Well here is a good video to give a quick overview of change management: A well known gurus thoughts on the subject – Ken Blanchard Remember the question everyone is really thinking about is… “whats going to happen to ME”? Ric (orglearn) While you’re here take a look at the free blank resume form! *… Continue reading »
Sep
09
People Management and Personal People Competencies Needed
Three more people management “personal people competencies you need to be effective and successful: POSITIVELY MOTIVATED A) Able to resist negative external influences and maintain commitment to the task. B) Set high personal standards to the work methods and outcomes and is able to associate and align personal need with company direction and goals. C)… Continue reading »





