The Career Training Connection – July 20, 2010

Quote of the week:

“If human beings are perceived as potentials rather than problems, as possessing strengths instead of weaknesses, as unlimited rather than dull and unresponsive, then they thrive and grow to their capabilities.” - Barbara Bush

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Add these to your TO-DO List:

1 – Reading isn’t just for kids. Successful people read at least 30 minutes every day. Pick up a book related to your profession, pick up the business section of the newspaper.
Impress your boss by being “in the know.”

2 – Ask your manager for a quick meeting to go over your recent performance. It lets them know that you are interested in your own performance – excellent management skills.

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

Why are managers failing to manage?
Employees are not the only ones that can cause problems within an organization. A manager that is unable to manage their employees can cause even bigger problems.

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art67971.asp

Great reads:

Are you an effective boss?
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art52896.asp

The Leadership Pill – Lessons Learned
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art67087.asp


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