We are in the middle of the 4th Quarter and most companies are focused on finishing strong! That can mean different things to different employees within your organization. Are you accountable to not only yourself, but your company and its’ success?
We are in the middle of the 4th Quarter and most companies are focused on finishing strong! That can mean different things to different employees within your organization. Are you accountable to not only yourself, but your company and its’ success?
Last week, I played "Undercover Boss" without the undercover part :) Our office manager, Debbie, was on vacation, so it seemed like a great opportunity to see If someone else could do her job using the notes and documentation she had left.
Authorized Dealers (e.g. watches), Certified Developers (e.g. WebMethods), Certified Pre-Owned (e.g. cars), Accredited Financial Advisors, Certified Personal Trainers…these are all people or things that have been authenticated as “fit for use” to some standard by some organization. But what is the importance of this authentication? In some circles or industries this authentication and the standards involved are highly valued, and in other instances it may be valued but other criterion might also be considered before buying a product or service.
In his June blog article Kelly Nichols discussed the importance of staff retention to avoid the high cost of replacing key talent. Today, let’s focus on a couple of aspects that every employee seeks from management, whether they know it or not. Do these two things well, and you’ll have a head start on avoiding the catch
In the ever changing world of social media, it’s becoming a full time job to keep up with the trends, changes, rules, and content. LinkedIn and Facebook have made significant changes to their business pages. Between key words, product pages, and the ability to add interactive graphics to your pages, design and prioritizing key words has become imperative. Whether you’re responsible for your company’s page or just your own professional profiles I am sure you have your hands full.
The importance of professional social media for branding continues to grow. I don’t know about you, but when I am researching anything, whether it’s a new software program, a camp for my daughter, or I am looking for background on an individual before a business meeting, the first place I go is Google! If it’s a product, usually a review or website will appear first on the list. If it’s an individual, more than likely, the first thing that will pop up is their LinkedIn profile.
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