3 Ways to Build Power and Influence in the Workplace

Workplace Power & Influence

This article is Part 3 of an ongoing series on influence in work, life, and the workplace.  In Part 1, we discussed how someone is determined influential.  In Part 2, the subject of online social media and influence was discussed and how it is tragically misunderstood.   3 Ways to Build Power and Influence in the Workplace  Whether on […]

Designing an Engaging Workplace Harassment Training

Sexual Harassment, Workplace, Training, Policy

When I recently brought up mandatory harassment training for supervisory employees in my workplace, I heard people say, “Didn’t I just do that last year?” I knew that I was going to be facing a tough crowd when I did my presentations. Even I was doubtful I’d be able to provide an engaging presentation. I’ve […]

Crowdsourcing the Employee Performance Review

Blogging4Jobs readers can receive a free copy of The Crowd Sourced Performance Review by leaving a comment at the end of this blog.   I’ll email you your copy.  The new majority workforce, Generation Y thrives working in collaborative and team environments. Companies have begun to adapt to this new management model.  Employees have begun […]

What Does Corporate Diversity Really Mean?

corporate diversity, workplace diversity, diversity programs at work, work diversity

This blog is part 3 in my what is affirmative action series. In part 1, I defined affirmative action. In part 2, I took it the definition of affirmative action a step further. In part 3, we are focusing on corporate diversity and what does it really mean? DEFINING AFFIRMATIVE ACTION Insight Into Diversity explains […]

April Fool’s Jokes: Be Funny Without Damaging Your Company Culture

April Fool’s Day can be a tricky time, pun intended. April 1st is the day your office tricksters will come out to play practical jokes on coworkers. Considering how subjective humor is, this holiday can quickly turn from fun into a nightmare for your company culture. I’ve talked a lot about the importance of a top-notch […]

8 Steps to Become an “Easy to Manage” Employee

You can receive no higher praise in a performance review than being called “easy to manage.”  But what does it mean to be an easy to manage employee? Part of it is just being a decent human being and treating everyone with kindness and dignity. But what specific steps can you take to be an […]