Everyone enjoys an “attaboy,” but to get the most mileage from the compliments you bestow, be specific. When people know exactly what they did and why it … Read more

Everyone enjoys an “attaboy,” but to get the most mileage from the compliments you bestow, be specific. When people know exactly what they did and why it … Read more
At one of my presentations a while back, the president of a trucking firm shared this great story that illustrates my point about employee recognition. It … Read more
Last month, The New York Times published an article bemoaning the loss of pay raises in favor of one-time bonuses and non-monetary rewards. Cited in the … Read more
I’ve many sources for inspiration for this blog, but one that has rapidly become a favorite is LinkedIn. LinkedIn has become a powerful resource for far … Read more
Fortune’s Leadership Insider network runs an interesting series, asking leaders a key question for response. Recently, a question asked to Sarah Kauss, CEO … Read more
This week, President Obama and the U.S. Government honored two World War I veterans posthumously with the Congressional Medal of Honor, the highest award … Read more
Every manager has been told that it’s important to acknowledge, recognize, and reward their top performing employees. Unfortunately, most haven’t been … Read more
I benefit from my job in the same ways most people do. I earn a paycheck that pays for a roof over my head and food in my belly. But because my company is … Read more
Have you heard of Edward Lorenz? If you don’t recognize his name, you probably have heard of his catch-phrase that described his work in the lab, which was … Read more
Yesterday was the day when pranksters push the boundaries of acceptable office “humor” – from wrapping an entire cube in tin foil (actual photo from our … Read more