Training Day Blog

How do you train managers to use praise judiciously, so it becomes a tool to inspire ever-greater performance across departments, and boost, rather than deflate, morale?

There are two management philosophies. One says you engender loyal, hardworking employees by treating them well and showing them appreciation—getting them to love you—while the other says you get superior work out of employees when they live in fear for their jobs.

Some employees are not having babies, but they have “brainchildren” and personal fulfillment they would like to nurture. Does your company offer paid leave for employees to pursue outside interests?

The great thing about workload management is managing your work well means more time not having to think about work at all.