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Yes, Sometimes Real Leaders Do Clean Toilets
As a management consultant and professor, one of the biggest "pet peeves" I have is what I call the "hands-off manager." In all likelihood, you have had the misfortune of working for a boss who was just such a manager at some point in your career. For that, I am sorry, as for as much as we talk about the concept of servant leadership, many mangers just don't—or won't—embrace what that concept really means!
By David Wyld7 years ago in Journal
My Top Tips for Selling at Arts and Crafts Fayres
Are you selling you artwork/handmade crafts/goods for the first time at an arts and crafts fayre, or local community event? Need some hints and tips on what to do on the day? Here are my top tips for selling your work at an arts and crafts fayre!
By Flower Violet7 years ago in Journal
Surviving the Holidays Working in Retail
Surviving the holiday period whilst working in retail can be trying and demanding. It’s the busiest time of the year and while it can be rewarding it can also make you want to tear your hair out! It’s that time of year when stores are getting ready for Christmas and so here is your guide to surviving retail during the holidays.
By Chloe Schemanoff7 years ago in Journal
5 Tips to Help You Focus on Writing
Some of us are better at focusing on things. Whether it’s important life decisions or what to watch, they usually can get it done with minimal to no distractions. But everyone gets distracted once in a while, especially while writing. I know I do. A boring scene, too long conversation, or simply just an off day where you hate what you have completely.
By Erin Dempsey7 years ago in Journal
A Love Affair with Communications
Nearly ten years ago, I walked across the stage after being handed by diploma in Public Relations. Recently, I was back at my alma mater to talk to students in that same program about media relations and advocacy. Being back on campus, in the same room where I spent almost every day for two years, had me thinking about my career more generally and, despite the frustrations we all face in our jobs from time to time, made me realize that I truly enjoy what I do.
By Joshua Terry7 years ago in Journal
23 & As Lost As Can Be...
Working hard is not the problem. Hell, working hard is all I’ve ever known. I grew up incredibly poor. My mother worked full time. My father was not able to work due to a disability, resulting in a low monthly stipend from the government. Needless to say, I’ve always known that working hard was something that would always exist in my life.
By Kendra Bennett7 years ago in Journal
Week One #NaNoWriMo2018
I started this year's NaNoWriMo with goal setting. This generally helps me to be successful at my goals. However—and I knew this going in—even with goal setting, it takes a great deal of commitment to obtain any goal. So, I'm sure you're already wondering if I am setting up an excuse. The answer is both yes and no. I am setting up an explanation of where I currently am in my ever-evasive quest to complete NaNoWriMo. However, I am also providing you the opportunity to learn through my personal journey.
By Nalda Parker7 years ago in Journal
Ethics
In my field of study there are many ethical dilemmas that could happen. One of the biggest dilemmas I may encounter over my time of business is finding the best product but trying to keep the price down. There are many products I will need in my field of career. Being able to keep the price of product down will save me and the customers money. When looking into these products I may be tempted to look towards other countries to help make the products and keep the price down. When we do this, there is a chance that these businesses overseas are not treating the employees right, not giving them a fair pay rate, or giving them a horrible work condition, they work in.
By Kaylee Lundgren7 years ago in Journal
Fantastic Resumes and How to Send Them—5 Tips. Top Story - November 2018.
Just to give a little bit of a credibility, I used to work in an HR company as a talent acquisition associate, and later as a recruiter. So I've seen a good deal of CVs. Some of them were good, some of them were bad. Some of them were just so awful and ridiculous that I decided not to do it ever again. Ok, I'm exaggerating a bit, but still! Here are the things which made me go for "no" and a few more suggestions.
By Anna Dvorakova7 years ago in Journal
