The Career Training Connection – July 20, 2010

Quote of the week:

“If you blame someone else for your problems then the control to change those problems forever remains in their hands. If you take responsibility for your problems, then the opportunity for change is in your hands.” - Michael Bloxton

Upcoming Features:

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Try this:

Are you overwhelmed at work? Spend the first 15-30 minutes of your day organizing what you want to accomplish. Do your best to stick to it. Allowing every item that crosses your desk to side track you will have you wondering what went wrong at the end of the day.

Nothing to do at work? Ask your boss if there is anything you can do to help. This will accomplish two goals – you won’t be bored AND you’ll look like a team player. Way to go!

Last week’s article for those that may have missed it – Part two in the management series:

First Steps to Successful Management

In part two of the series on why managers fail to manage, we are discussing how to turn the situation around and become a successful manager. It's never too late to get started.

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art67979.asp

The newest feature article at the Career Training site at BellaOnline.com.

Women vs. Women - Collaboration in the Workplace
What happens when a bunch of women work together in the office? Catfights, jealousy and backstabbing are just some of the drama that occurs. Why can't women just get along? Consider these steps to decrease confrontation and increase collaboration.

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art68216.asp

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