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Taking NO for an Answer

by Laurie Wilhelm
Why is it that sometimes we just can’t take ‘no’ for an answer?
Now, I’m not talking about letting go of an opportunity a lifetime without a fight or not standing up for what …

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Communicate More in Times of Stress
Communicate More in Times of Stress

by Sylvia Henderson
Deadlines. Commitments. Obligations. Time constraints. Terrorists. Business and personal goals. Wait a minute! Did I say terrorists?
What were your sources of stress on September 10, 2001? How well did you communicate with your …

The Key Causes of Failure in Leadership
The Key Causes of Failure in Leadership

by Di Ellis
In my last article I reviewed Napoleon Hill’s list of the 11 attributes that he believed most contributed to the success or failure of a leader, gleaned during his 20 years of interviewing …

Managing Change Within Your Team: Use The J Curve As A Tool For Success
Managing Change Within Your Team: Use The J Curve As A Tool For Success

by Jerry W. Williamson
Whenever a company is facing change, good communication skills are the skills necessary for effective management. They’re vital for any leader managing change with her team. Facilitative leadership skills, effective management skills, …

Five Tips for Employee Motivation
Five Tips for Employee Motivation

by Alvin S. Albert
What are the skills needed to be a good manager? Well, knowing ways to motivate people as well as knowing the words that motivate people are a couple biggies. Here are five …

Dealing with Conflict: How Struggles Can Make You — and Your Relationships — Stronger
Dealing with Conflict: How Struggles Can Make You — and Your Relationships — Stronger

by Richard Magid
We have a number of articles on conflict resolution aimed at improving management skills. The following one effectively defines conflict, gives causes of conflict, conflict escalators, and conflict resolution styles.
Conflict is inevitable. It …