Cultures are definable entities. Think of it this way. Culture answers the question, “What’s it like to work here?” Why is culture important? Because culture socializes people to the organization. Because it reinforces what is “acceptable” behavior. Because it reflects how people are treated and how they relate and...
Three Steps to Increase Your Impact on the Organization
Ever wondered how to: get people to listen to you? sell your ideas? get buy-in and commitment? increase your impact on the organization? Join the club. Your impact is directly tied to your ability to influence others. Influence is both a set of skills and a process honed through...
How to Think Strategically
Let me ask you a few questions. What did you do last Monday at this time? How about yesterday? When is the last time you felt like you were on top of your work, knowing where you were headed? How much time do you spend each week thinking, or just...
Secrets to Getting Noticed and Getting Ahead
Rose has worked as a marketing specialist at Health Partners for a year and a half, a successful IT software company specializing in healthcare reimbursements. She loves the work and the people, and by all accounts, she’s doing a great job. While she handles the day-to-day and the pace...
Hanging on to Talent
Pop Quiz Close your books. Take out a sheet on paper and pencil. It’s time for a quiz. Cover your papers, and, no cheating. Have you ever had a hot water heater break? How far in advance did you know it was on its last legs? Score 20 points...
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