Learn to chill Open up to opportunities and possibilities Participate in an exciting experience Take a time out Gain clarity Overcome mental and emotional challenges Get a perspective Develop a quiet mind and healthy body Invigorate yourself Develop a great attitude Learn to trust and give up control Connect with higher thoughts[i] [i] Gordon, …
A well-crafted vision establishes an attainable benchmark; defines a path; energizes and encourages; provides meaning; is simple and readily understood; and creates a sense of urgency. For example, Disney’s vision statement, ‘The happiest place on earth’ distills its essence. The US Constitution or John Kennedy’s ‘we shall put a man on the moon’ speech inspire …
The Gallup Organization discovered workers in the best workplaces gave a strong ‘yes’ answer to the following questions: Do I know what is expected of me? Do I have the materials and equipment I need to do my work right? Do I have the opportunity to do what I do best every day? In the …
Now, this has changed. Customers want competitive telephone or cellular rates at the same level of quality service. Unfortunately, there’s a trade‑off because customers want a higher level of service at a lower price. AT&T wanted to change its traditional culture of service at any cost to a Brand U culture that pays attention to …
Understand the culture of the new company (with which you are joining or negotiating) and its standards of what is reasonable. James Nunan, Business person
Corporate culture. Offices are a place to share ideas and to socialize. Telecommuters have a harder time learning the ‘IBM’ or ‘Quality Plus Engineering’ way. Loyalty. Workplace relationships such as loyalty and allegiance may wane. Communication. Face-to-face communication and understanding may wane in telecommuting. Access. People-to-people communication provides the resources to getting things done. Telecommuting …
Smile and laugh a lot Be optimistic Meditate or have quiet time daily Get a massage Exercise religiously Have a support circle or lots of friends Find your life/work/career flow Deal with problems Get over it
Are you finding yourself restless and seemingly unable to relax? Are you irritable and given to anger if things don’t go your way? Do you have periods of prolonged or excessive fatigue? Do you have difficulty concentrating? Have you lost interest in your usual recreational activities? Are you worried about things that worry can’t …
Virtual Brand U teams sidestep matrix and hierarchal organizations. They’re confusing because of unknown relationships and new expectations. Virtual teaming is still new with many questions, such as the following: What are behavioral protocols or rules among virtual teams? Who does what, where, and when? Who conducts the work? Who authorizes resources and how is …
“Why am I doing this?” “Too many meetings.” “We don’t have time for this stuff.” “We have no help.” “This stuff isn’t relevant.” “They’re not walking the talk!” “This stuff is …” “This sucks.” “Why am I doing this again?” “This stuff isn’t working.” “They’re acting like a cult.” “My boss is a moron.” …