Culture Building like a PRO
210 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsIt's time to get to the real reason why good employees are leaving your company, why performance quality is lacking, and why employees are dissatisfied & disgruntled. It's because your company culture hasn't been engaging or impactful... that is until now!
The Culture Building like a PRO podcast is your on-demand resource for tips and tools on how to transform your company culture! This podcast helps small business owners & managers overcome common, real-life leadership challenges & create a company culture where employees do their best work because they want to... and not because they have to!
Company Culture Strategist, Leadership Coach & Trainer of BA PRO Inc., Dionna Appling MSM, shares her insight, experiences, and best practices to help you get started with building an engaging culture today.
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47: #RealLifeLeader | 5 Overlooked Things Your Team Needs From You
November 13, 2018 11:00 - 11 minutes - 16.1 MBYou may have tried different activities or gestures to boost morale and employee motivation on your team, but nothing works. In this episode, we’re talking about 5 things your team needs from you that you may be overlooking. This 5 things will help you increase team motivation & productivity in the workplace. A surprising stat about the cost of having unmotivated & unproductive employees is discussed also (hint: it’s a number none of us can afford). **This episode is sponsored by the How to ...
46: #RealLifeLeader | Why Employees Don't Buy into the Vision
November 09, 2018 11:00 - 14 minutes - 19.7 MBToday is the last episode of Employee Motivation Week. If you’re trying to get your team to buy into changes that are being made & you want them to commit to the vision, this is the episode for you! Gaining employee buy-in is very important while working towards a vision/goal. This episode will help you understand why your team isn’t buying and provide tips to help you as well. **This episode is sponsored by the How to Get & Keep Your Team Motivated Webinar. Learn more about this free webina...
45: #RealLifeLeader | 5 Valuable Benefits of a Motivated Team
November 08, 2018 11:00 - 12 minutes - 16.5 MBIt’s episode 4 of Employee Motivation Week and we’re talking about the benefits of having a motivated team. We hear about how important it is to motivate employees, but to ‘really’ understand what it can do for the business & team? On this episode, we’re discussing 5 valuable benefits of having a motivated team & why you can’t afford to not have one! **This episode is sponsored by the How to Get & Keep Your Team Motivated Webinar. Learn more about this free webinar & save your seat at http:/...
44: #RealLifeLeader | 13 Things Managers Say that Prove Your Team is Unmotivated
November 07, 2018 11:00 - 9 minutes - 13.5 MBWe’re in episode 3 of Employee Motivation Week. There are some phrases that managers and leaders say far too often. But what you may not know that these commonly said phrases are actually signs that you have an unmotivated team. We’ll discuss 13 of those things on this episode! **This episode is sponsored by the How to Get & Keep Your Team Motivated Webinar. Learn more about this free webinar & save your seat at http://motivatewebinar.baproinc.com/** Resources mentioned in this episode: Epi...
#RealLifeLeader | The #1 Culture Building Activity that Creates a Shared Vision: #PROtip4
November 06, 2018 11:00 - 8 minutes - 12 MBIt’s the second episode of Employee Motivation Week and today, we’re giving you a #PROtip. Something to get you a quick, yet impactful win with your team. The #PROtip in today’s episode has been featured on fitsmallbusiness.com (article linked below) and although it’s strategic, it’s a very fun & revealing way to find out what your team really wants out of a workplace. **This episode is sponsored by the How to Get & Keep Your Team Motivated Webinar. Learn more about this free webinar & save ...
43: #RealLifeLeader | 3 Things that Stop Employees from Being Motivated
November 05, 2018 11:00 - 17 minutes - 24.2 MBToday, we’re kicking off Employee Motivation Week! We’ll be discussing topics & areas related to employee and team motivation all week so be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! **This episode is sponsored by the How to Get & Keep Your Team Motivated Webinar. Learn more about this free webinar & save your seat at motivatewebinar.baproinc.com** Resources mentioned in this episode: The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace: Empowering Organizations by Encouraging People: htt...
#RealLifeLeader | 5 Easy Ways to Motivate Your Team This Week: #PROTip3
October 31, 2018 10:47 - 14 minutes - 19.2 MBTeam motivation can be very inconsistent in the workplace. As managers & leaders, this is a struggle for performance & morale and sometimes, you need a quick win. On this week’s #PROtip Tuesday episode, you’ll get 5 easy & simple ways to motivate your team this week! **This episode is sponsored by the How to Get & Keep Your Team Motivated Webinar. Learn more about this free webinar & save your seat at motivatewebinar.baproinc.com** This episode is a part of the #RealLifeLeader Series. Use ...
42: #RealLifeLeader | What's a Shared Vision & Why Every Manager Needs One
October 23, 2018 10:00 - 12 minutes - 17 MBIf you have people who report to you, you’re responsible for driving your team towards an organizational vision. The biggest piece of seeing this happen is getting employees to buy into the vision. In this episode, we’re talking specifically about a shared vision is and why every manager or business owner needs one. Episodes mentioned: 3 Myths about Vision Statements - baproinc.com/ncn41 Highlights from this episode can be found at www.baproinc.com/ncn42 Questions about this episode? Topi...
41: #RealLifeLeader | 3 Myths About Vision Statements
October 16, 2018 10:00 - 14 minutes - 19.7 MBWhat’s a vision statement and do we know the truth about them? On this week’s episode of the #RealLifeLeader series, we’re diving into the top 3 myths that managers, leaders and business owners believe about vision statements what it really means to have one. Highlights from this episode can be found at www.baproinc.com/ncn41 Questions about this episode? Topic suggestions for future episodes? Record them using the green Record Podcast Question button at www.baproinc.com/ncn41 or send them ...
40: #RealLifeLeader | Keys to Increasing Employee Engagement
October 09, 2018 10:00 - 15 minutes - 21.9 MBWhat does becoming debt free teach us about increasing employee engagement? On this episode, we’ll discuss two important keys to employee engagement and how you can use these keys to increase engagement in your workplace. This episode is a part of the #RealLifeLeader Series. Use #RealLifeLeader to chat about this episode on Twitter & Instagram: @BAPROINC. Don’t forget to share your #RealLifeLeader stories & experiences also! Highlights from this episode can be found at www.baproinc.com/ncn...
#RealLifeLeader | Can you Build Relationshps with Employees without Being too Personal: #PROTalkTuesday8
October 02, 2018 10:00 - 10 minutes - 13.9 MBDoes building a relationship with your employees mean becoming friends? Is there a way to connect with your team without getting too personal? This was a question received for #PROTalkTuesday, where listeners submit questions to be answered on the podcast. On this episode, we’ll answer this question and provide tips also! This episode is a part of the #RealLifeLeader Series. Use #RealLifeLeader to chat about this episode on Twitter & Instagram: @BAPROINC. Don’t forget to share your #RealLi...
39: #RealLifeLeader | Reasons Why Employee Training Doesn’t Work
September 25, 2018 10:00 - 12 minutes - 17.7 MBMost companies and managers believe that employee training classes fix all performance issues in the workplace. This is a huge misconception. Although training employees is a great thing and can be very beneficial, it can be used the wrong way. On this episode of the podcast, we’ll discuss the top 3 reasons why employee training will backfire. This episode is a part of the #RealLifeLeader Series. Use #RealLifeLeader to chat about this episode on Twitter & Instagram: @BAPROINC. Don’t forge...
38: #RealLifeLeader | Manager Vs. Leader - What’s the Difference?
September 18, 2018 10:00 - 18 minutes - 25.7 MBHave you ever wondered what the difference is between a manager and a leader? Is there even a difference? We tend to use these names interchangeably, but there are different roles. In today’s episode, we’ll go over 8 distinct differences between a manager and leader and how they impact your involvement with your team. This episode is a part of the #RealLifeLeader Series. Use #RealLifeLeader to chat about this episode on Twitter & Instagram: @BAPROINC. Don’t forget to share your #RealLifeL...
37: #RealLifeLeader | Can You Get Employees to Care?
September 11, 2018 10:00 - 17 minutes - 24.1 MBIs it possible to get employees to care about their work? This seems to be a question that many managers and leaders have when they experience employees that have checked out. On this episode, Dionna answers this question and provides 3 specific steps that managers & leaders should follow when they’re faced with this challenge. This episode is a part of the #RealLifeLeader Series. Use #RealLifeLeader to chat about this episode on Twitter & Instagram: @BAPROINC. Don’t forget to share your #...
36: #RealLifeLeader | How to Handle Leadership Burnout
September 04, 2018 10:30 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBThere are so many layers to leadership and sometimes we have questions and situations that we can’t find guidance on. That’s why our new series, #RealLifeLeader was created. To address the good & bad, the ups & downs, the triumphs & trials of being a real leader in the real world! On today’s episode, we’re talking about the impact of leadership burnout, why it occurs, and how to overcome it. The 7 practical tips in this episode with help you combat leadership burnout and prevent it from happ...
Using Strengths to Boost Employee Motivation: #PROtip2
June 12, 2018 10:00 - 6 minutes - 9.44 MB#PROtip episodes are something new to The New Culture Norm Podcast. Quick and simple tips that allow you to take immediate action and see results with your team. On this episode, we’re discussing how you can increase employee motivation by utilizing the strengths of your team. Want more engagement activities & gestures for your team? Grab your Employee Engagement Planning Packet to plan and schedule your employee engagement efforts! 10% DISCOUNT CODE: NCN10 https://baproinc.com/product/...
How to Change Company Culture without Senior Management Support: #PROTalkTuesday7
May 22, 2018 10:30 - 11 minutes - 15.7 MBIs it possible to change the culture in your company if upper management and Human Resources don’t take it seriously? This week’s #PROtalkTuesday episode answers this question + actionable 5 tips! Free Resources Mentioned: 37 Engaging Questions to Ask Your Team: www.baproinc.com How to Detect Workplace Culture Workbook: www.baproinc.com Schedule your clarity call: www.baproinc.com Highlights from this episode can be found at www.baproinc.com/protalk7 Questions about this episode? Topic ...
35: The First Step in Company Culture Change
May 15, 2018 10:50 - 16 minutes - 22.4 MBYou know it’s time for culture change in your office, but how do you start the process? On this week’s episode, we’ll discuss the first stage of company culture change and what steps are needed. Episode 34: Signs of a Toxic Company Culture: https://baproinc.com/ncn34/ Highlights from this episode can be found at www.baproinc.com/ncn35 Questions about this episode? Topic suggestions for future episodes? Record them using the green Record Podcast Question button at www.baproinc.com/ncn35 or...
What to do When Your Values Don’t Align with the Company’s? #PROTalkTuesday6
May 08, 2018 10:45 - 11 minutes - 15.7 MBToday's #PROtalkTuesday question was submitted by Henry: How can you align your personal values with the values of the company that you work for? What do you do when your values don’t align with the company you work for? Tune in for the recommended tips! Highlights from this episode can be found at www.baproinc.com/protalk6 Questions about this episode? Topic suggestions for future episodes? Record them using the green Record Podcast Question at www.baproinc.com/protalk5 or send them to:...
34: Signs of a Toxic Company Culture
May 01, 2018 10:55 - 25 minutes - 34.3 MBAre you working in a hostile work environment? Is your company culture toxic? On this episode, we’ll discuss 6 common signs of toxic company culture and how to identify them in your workplace. Highlights from this episode can be found at www.baproinc.com/ncn34 Questions about this episode? Topic suggestions for future episodes? Record them using the green Record Podcast Question at www.baproinc.com/ncn34 or send them to: [email protected] Need help finding out what your co...
Paying it Forward at Work: #PROtip1
March 20, 2018 10:45 - 7 minutes - 10.3 MB#PROtip episodes are something new to The New Culture Norm Podcast. Quick and simple tips that allow you to take immediate action and see results with your team. On this episode, we’re discussing how you can apply the pay it forward concept to employee engagement. Use this simple activity to create a sense of gratitude and appreciation for others on your team. Want more engagement activities & gestures for your team? Grab your Employee Engagement Planning Packet to plan and schedule your em...
33: Using Diversity to Prevent Sexual Misconduct with Yolanda Hamilton
March 13, 2018 11:00 - 46 minutes - 64 MBIf you’ve been watching the news, you’re aware that there have been several issues of sexual & behavioral workplace misconduct lately. As a business owner, leader and/or professional, it is critical to understand how you can prevent this from happening in your workplace, and that can be done through diversity. On this episode, Dionna had the honor of speaking the Yolanda Hamilton, Owner and Chief Diversity Consultant of YDH Consulting. Yolanda shares great insights & steps that will help you ...
Why Employees Quit Their Jobs: #PROTalkTuesday5
March 06, 2018 11:36 - 15 minutes - 21 MBAfter doing a poll on social media, we received some great & interesting feedback from people on why they’ve quit a previous job. On today’s episode, we’ll discuss those 8 reasons and the list just may surprise you! Additional sources mentioned in this episode: https://hbr.org/2018/01/why-people-really-quit-their-jobs Highlights from this episode can be found at www.baproinc.com/protalk5 Questions about this episode? Topic suggestions for future episodes? Record them using the green Recor...
32: How to Keep Remote Employees Engaged
February 27, 2018 11:55 - 14 minutes - 20.5 MBOut of sight, out of mind is a real thing. Your remote employees should not fell non-existent because they aren’t in the same office as you or the team. In this episode, we’re discussing how you can keep remote employees engaged & connected to the team no matter where they are. •Prioritize & plan engagement efforts with the Employee Engagement Planning Packet. Use this 10% DISCOUNT CODE: NCN10. https://baproinc.com/product/employee-engagement-planning-packet/ •Communicate 3 ways: clearly, c...
31: How to Keep Employees Engaged
February 20, 2018 11:55 - 12 minutes - 17.3 MBEmployee Engagement is similar to being in a marriage or relationship, the connect is the lifeline of it being successful and meaningful. On this episode, we’re explaining how you can keep your employees engaged regularly. Here are the steps: •Be Committed. •Be Consistent. •Just Connect. Grab your Employee Engagement Planning Packet to plan and schedule your employee engagement efforts! 10% DISCOUNT CODE: NCN10 https://baproinc.com/product/employee-engagement-planning-packet/ Highlights...
30: Why Vulnerability is Crucial in the Workplace
February 13, 2018 11:35 - 13 minutes - 18.9 MBIn general, most people are not very vulnerable and this is definitely the case in the workplace. Many believe that vulnerability is a sign of weakness when, in fact, it’s the total opposite. In this episode, we’re discussing the following three reasons why vulnerability is crucial in the workplace: •Vulnerability in the workplace allows employees to feel safe to make mistakes. •It encourages employees to be honest about whether they can or cannot do a job. •It encourages employees to make d...
29: How Criticism Can Boost Employee Engagement
February 06, 2018 15:05 - 13 minutes - 18.9 MBCriticism is often associated with being negative, which isn’t always the case. In this episode, we’ll discuss how you can use criticism & feedback to correct your team while boosting employee engagement. The key is to point out what employees are doing correctly more often than what they’re doing incorrectly. Speak praise as much as you do problems. Regularly acknowledge great work and above average efforts. Be consistent so employees expect to be addressed for doing great and ...
28: How to Stay Professional in a Toxic Workplace
December 12, 2017 12:00 - 16 minutes - 22 MBIt’s hard to stay professional and act appropriately when you’re working in a place that’s the furthest from professional. In this episode, we’re discussing 5 things you should do to maintain your professionalism in a toxic workplace. Highlights from this episode can be found at www.baproinc.com/ncn28 Questions about this episode? Topic suggestions for future episodes? Record them using the green Record Podcast Question at www.baproinc.com/ncn28 or send them to: culture@businessadvocatespro...
27: Why Employees Don't Speak Up at Work
December 05, 2017 11:55 - 16 minutes - 23.2 MBDon’t think that everything is going well because your team is silent. In fact, silence is a tell-tell sign that there are problems in the workplace. In this episode, we go over 5 reasons why your employees are not speaking up about things happening on your team and in the workplace. Ready to encourage more engaging dialog with your team? Get 37 Engaging Questions to ask your team inside the New Leader Success Toolkit. Download your Free toolkit by clicking here: http://bit.ly/newleadertoolk...
26: How to Address Employee Mistakes
November 28, 2017 11:45 - 16 minutes - 22.6 MBMistakes happen. As a leader, how you handle employee mistakes sets the tone for the culture your team will have. In this episode, we’ll go over 7 simple tips that will help ease the tension when it’s time to address a mistake made by an employee. The How to Handle Employee Mistakes Checklist is also available for you inside the New Leader Success Toolkit. Download your Free toolkit by clicking here: http://bit.ly/newleadertoolkit This episode is sponsored by Get The Job App; The #1 way to ...
25: Simple Tips on Delegating Correctly
November 21, 2017 12:00 - 14 minutes - 19.8 MBYou don’t have to do everything yourself. Delegating helps with professional development and engagement, but it also allows you more time to be productive. In this episode, we’ll go over simple tips that will help you delegate more effectively. A Delegation Worksheet & Rule is also available for this episode. Download your Free New Leader Success Toolkit by clicking here: http://bit.ly/newleadertoolkit This episode is sponsored by Get The Job App; The #1 way to prepare for your next intervi...
24: What Type of Leader Are You?
November 14, 2017 10:50 - 18 minutes - 25.2 MBHave you ever wondered what your leadership style is? How and why you handle things a particular way with your team? In this episode, we’ll discuss the strengths and struggles of 4 different leadership styles and how each style impacts your team. A Leadership Style Questionnaire is also available for you to find out your leadership style. Download your Free New Leader Success Toolkit by clicking here: http://bit.ly/newleadertoolkit This episode is sponsored by Get The Job App; The #1 way to...
23: 4 Huge Mistakes New Leaders Make and How to Avoid Them
November 07, 2017 10:50 - 19 minutes - 26.9 MBIn this episode, we’ll be cutting the learning curve in half for new leaders. Most leaders face common challenges in their roles and we’ll be discussing 4 mistakes that you should be avoiding in your role: •You're too focused on gaining respect. •You're trying too hard to impress your team. •You're not engaging with your team soon enough. •You're trying to be the superhero. Download your Free New Leader Success Toolkit by clicking here: http://bit.ly/newleadertoolkit This episode is spon...
22: Why Employees Don't Care About Their Work
September 06, 2017 19:34 - 21 minutes - 29.8 MBIn today’s episode, we’re talking about why employees stop caring about their work. Don’t automatically rule poor performance to laziness. There can very well be things happening in the workplace that cause employees to stop caring about doing their best work. Here are 5 reasons why: •They’re overworked. •They aren’t challenged. •They don’t feel like you care about them. •They feel overlooked. •They aren’t connected to the vision or purpose. This episode is sponsored by Get The Job App; The...
What To Do When You Feel Like Quitting Your Role: PRO Talk Tuesday 4
August 29, 2017 09:30 - 18 minutes - 24.9 MBWe all have moments when we feel like quitting. As professionals, leaders, and even business owners, we experience moments when it seems like quitting is the best option. But how can we make sure that we aren’t quitting based on impulse? In this episode, we’ll discuss 4 questions that you must ask yourself when you feel like quitting your role. This will help you put your thoughts into perspective and become clear on the true reasons why you feel like quitting. Before asking these questions,...
21: 5 Myths about Being a Good Leader
July 18, 2017 09:10 - 21 minutesAs leaders, we tend to shape our leadership philosophies and habits based on our professional and personal experiences throughout life. This can be positive or negative, and will ultimately affect how you lead your team. In this episode, we’re debunking 5 myths about being a good leader. Myth 1: You must have all the answers. Myth 2: Your employees work for you. Myth 3: Your employees should fear you. Myth 4: Correction is the only way to teach. Myth 5: You should now encourage fun at work. ...
Having the "I Deserve a Raise" Talk with Managers: PRO Talk Tuesday 3
July 11, 2017 10:05 - 8 minutesToday's #PROtalkTuesday question was submitted by "Professional seeking career advancement": With employee reviews right around the corner what recommendations or tips would you give to professionals on having the I need/deserve a raise conversation with their manager? Tune in for the recommended tips! Highlights from this episode can be found at www.baproinc.com/protalk3 Questions about this episode? Topic suggestions for future episodes? Please send them to: culture@businessadvocatespro....
20: How to Make Employee Engagement Second Nature
June 20, 2017 09:30 - 23 minutesAs a leader, you have a lot on your plate. Meetings, deadlines, reports; there are tons of things on your to-do list and that can make it easy to forget about employee engagement. In this episode, we’ll go over 6 steps to help employee engagement feel more like second nature instead of a chore. 1. Remove yourself from the equation. Focus on the employee experience. 2. Be human. Employee engagement is a relationship, not a program. Check out the interview in episode 19 with Marcus Harris, ...
19: Maintaining Strong Culture the Starbucks Way with Marcus Harris
June 06, 2017 09:30 - 44 minutesThis episode features guest Marcus Harris; Starbucks store manager for multiple locations in the Cleveland, Ohio area. With over 10 years of experience in management, Marcus shares his insight and best practices on what it takes to be consistent with maintaining a great company culture. He gives great examples of how leaders can make culture building and employee engagement authentic and inviting. Although Starbucks is world known and very popular, Marcus shares how he’s been able to create a...
18: ABCs of Introducing Culture Change
April 18, 2017 09:10 - 8 minutesThe ABC principles of introducing culture change in your company will help you align the expectations of your staff with the overall goal(s) you want to reach. It also opens the floor for you to get necessary feedback from your employees so you know exactly where they stand, what they need, and how to encourage them along the way. The ABCs mentioned in this episode stand for: A: Approach B: Be open C: Consistent The ABCs should take place after you've determined the desired direction of you...
17: How to be Intentional with Culture Building
April 04, 2017 09:30 - 16 minutesIf you’re trying to (re)build the culture in your company and your efforts don’t seem to be working, it’s likely because you’re missing this one thing; Being Intentional. This episode will help you become more intentional with your culture building by reverse engineering your efforts. This will allow you be more strategic and most importantly, get results. What does intentional mean? Oxford Dictionaries: done on purpose; deliberate (https://en.oxforddictionaries.com/definition/us/intentiona...
16: Shifting Your Mindset About Company Culture - Challenge
March 21, 2017 10:00 - 9 minutesHere’s your challenge for the week. Answer the following question: If your company culture was an actual person, how would you describe it? This episode is meant for you to be very reflective about your company culture. As you listen to this episode, think about the questions mentioned and write down your answers. This is a challenge to help you shift your current mindset and perspective about company culture from a task or an objective to an actual living being that impacts your company a...
15: 5 Simple Ideas that Help Promote Culture Change
March 07, 2017 10:30 - 21 minutesOne of the main ingredients to building a culture that your employees will love is to build a culture of inclusion. When your employees feel included in the changes you’re promoting, their buy-in increases and most of all, they feel valued & connected to the organization. Inclusion also helps you, as the leader, understand their thoughts about the change so that you can engage them better throughout the process. This episode provides 5 simple ideas – with a twist – that will help promote cult...
14: How to Get Noticed and Promoted at Work
February 21, 2017 10:25 - 11 minutesPromotions aren’t usually handed out to everyone. Only to those who make a conscious effort to do more than the bare minimum, make a difference, and demonstrate effective leadership ability. If you want to get noticed for a promotion, this episode will give you 5 steps that will help you do just that! 1.Show leadership ability even if you don’t have a leadership title. 2.Do above average work. 3.Avoid drama and following crowds. 4.Offer solutions to problems and ideas for organizational grow...
13: How to Get Your Ideas Considered by Your Boss
February 07, 2017 10:30 - 9 minutesMany employees have ideas that they want to present to their boss but don’t know how to do so in the best way. Your ideas are valuable and deserve to be considered fairly. This episode gives you 5 important steps that will help your boss consider your ideas and not brush them off. 1.Do your research: This should be both internal research (trends, metrics, surveys, etc.) and external research (industry trends, competitors, etc.). Make sure that there’s a need for the idea you’re suggesting ...
How to Create Culture with Clients: PRO Talk Tuesday
January 24, 2017 10:30 - 14 minutesIt's time for another PRO Talk Tuesday! These are episodes where listeners submit questions via email or on Twitter using the hashtag #PROTalkTuesdays and they’re answered here on this podcast. Today’s question comes from James (via email) and he writes: “How do I create culture with my clients? I am in the fitness industry and I want my clients to feel that they’re a part of a community more so than just another customer.” Here are 7 tips that will help you create the culture you desire wi...
12: How to Keep Cheer in the Workplace After the Holidays
January 10, 2017 10:30 - 14 minutesChristmas is over, the new year is here, the holiday party is a thing of the past, and so is the cheer. Once the holiday party has passed, it may be difficult to keep employees excited and enthusiastic as they get back into their daily work routine. This episode provides different ways that you can continue the holiday momentum well into the year, while being strategic in your employee engagement and culture building efforts. Here are 7 ways to keep cheer in your workplace after the holidays...
11: How to Avoid Demotivating your Staff
December 20, 2016 10:56 - 17 minutesMost leaders may say that they don’t demotivate their staff, but have you considered whether your daily habits are demotivating? Here are 5 passive habits that may be demotivating your staff: 1.Don’t ignore your employees. 2.Don’t edit/change employee work without their knowledge. 3.Trust employees to do their jobs. 4.Delegate. 5.Avoid passive micro-managing. Our actions as leaders have a great impact on employees. Be aware of these habits (and any others) so that you won’t cancel out any...
10: How to Motivate Your Staff
December 13, 2016 10:35 - 25 minutesAs Leaders, it is our responsibility to motivate our staff but before we can do so, we must know How to do it effectively. This episode will help you do just that. The New Year is approaching (very quickly) and performance goals are being set as well. What better way to help your employees achieve those goals than by motivating each of them in the best way – the way that is specific to them individually. Here are 8 tips on motivating effectively: 1.Know what motivates your employees indiv...
09: The Difference Between Inspiration & Motivation
December 06, 2016 11:09 - 27 minutes2017 is literally a few weeks away and if you haven’t started planning for it yet, now’s the time! So many people make New Year’s resolutions to reach their goals, but those end up falling off to the wayside by January 10th. Why does this happen? Because many tend to stay in the inspiration mindset and don’t transition their inspiration to motivation. Although these terms tend to be used as one in the same, the results of each are different. I mentioned 2 definitions of inspiration; one fro...