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March 2008 Newsletter

 

Motivating Employees -

Some employees are true self-starters and seem to motivate themselves to excel.  But even with your highest flyers, there could be times where he or she hits a funk and needs some positive motivation.  Look to these tips to help you through the trial...
http://www.project-management-articles.com/blogs/PLNK2H0FGIYDS1OH3.htm

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Practical Interview Etiquette -

OK, very few of us like the interviewing process.  Unfortunately, you've got to face the music once in a while.  Keep these few nuggets in mind when you're going on your next interview or if you want to advise a colleague...
http://www.project-management-articles.com/blogs/PLNK29AYKBBJ8UQ8V.htm

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Ten Tips to Boost Your Facilitation Skills -

If you are feeling stressed and tired you haven't achieved the primary intent of work/life balance, which is to reduce stress.  All you have done is balanced the degree of stress you have in your work life with the stress you have in your non-work life.  But at least the stress is balanced...
http://www.project-management-articles.com/Articles/Facilitation.htm

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Freud and The Small Business Owner -

Are you an ID, EGO, or SUPER-EGO Entrepreneur?  This Small Business Made Simple Short introduces the Small Business Made Simple series and focuses on four crucial aspects of small business management: starting a small business, growing a small business, handling small business challenges, and exiting a small business. Each Small Business Made Simple series Short is written by authors who know what they're talking about because they've lived the success and pain of running a small business. You'll get practical, straightforward advice that has been time-tested by those who've been through it.
http://www.smallbizmadesimple.com

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Of Mice and Motivation -

Some would say they are motivated by financial reward, others may say they are motivated by fame or notoriety, while some may say they are motivated by praise.  These are all very valid motivation drivers and can contribute to someone's overall happiness in their personal, professional, or spiritual journey.  There's another motivator, though, which is at least as important...
http://www.project-management-articles.com/Blogs/PLNK1OUC4QR1Y0X9I.htm

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Be a better process leader -

The Leadership Made Simple series on Amazon.com...Get them at
http://www.project-management-books.com/leadershipmadesimple/index.htm

 

 

 

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The Project Management Advisor™ Report Archive

2009-23 - Hot Air Balloon or Guided Missile?

2009-22 - It Takes Two to Tango:  Great Sponsor + Great PM = Great Success Part III

2009-21 - It Takes Two to Tango:  Great Sponsor + Great PM = Great Success Part II



2009-20 - It Takes Two to Tango:  Great Sponsor + Great PM = Great Success Part 1

2009-19 - How to Succeed Under an Insecure Leader

2009-18 - Ten Differences Between an Insecure Leader and a Secure Leader

2009-17 - Building a Purpose-Driven Resume

2009-16 - Be a PM Closer

2009-15 - Challenge Minus Inspiration Equals Mediocrity

2009-14 - The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch 



2009-13 - Why Don't They Follow Me?  12 Easy Lessons to Boost Your Leadership Skills 

2009-12 - Mastering Credibility Part III:  It's How You Deliver Results 

2009-11 - Mastering Credibility Part II:  It's The Relationships You Build 

2009-10 - Mastering Credibility Part I:  It's What You Know 

2009-09 - Babbling is for Babies, Not Interviews

2009-08 - Getting Job Alerts at The Project Management Jobs Career Center



2009-07 - The Project Management Jobs Career Center is now open!

2009-06 - You Can't Over-Prepare For An Interview

2009-05 - Critical Thinking Drills Influence Hiring Decisions

2009-04 - Impress First, Then Talk Compensation



2009-03 - Project-Management-Jobs.info launched!

2009-02 - Great Quotes On Leadership

2009-01 - Don't Embellish Your Credentials

December 1 2008   - The Truth About Getting Your Point Across...And Nothing But The Truth

November 15 2008 - Our Fallibility as Leaders...Defining a Meaningful Workplan in MS Project...ZAPP!  The Lightning of Empowerment



November 1 2008  - Getting Invited Back for a Second Interview...A Complimentary Status Report Template...The Wal-Mart Effect

October 15 2008  - Managing Outsourced Relationships...Making Sense of Calendars in Microsoft Project...Surviving an Aneurysm

October 1 2008  - Diffusing Conflict Between Co-Workers...The Perfect Brainstorm: Getting The Most Out Of Brainstorming Sessions ...Go Green, Live Rich

September 15 2008  - Using Project Guides to Define Your Project in MS Project...The Top Ten Attributes of a Great Project Sponsor...Hail to the Chiefs:  United States President Mischief, Morals, and Malarkey from George W. to George W.

September 1 2008  - Replacing a Project Manager Mid-Flight...30 Tips to a More Fulfilling Dinnertime with Your Family ...Healthy Living - You The Owners Manual - An Insider's Guide to the Body That Will Make You Healthier and Younger

August 15 2008  - Putting Some Balance in the Work Life Balance Equation...How An Autistic Child Changed A Career for the Better...The Kindergarten Adventures of Amazing Grace:  What in the Word is Autism?



April 2008 - Complimentary Self-Study Seminars, Webcasts, and Resources...Setting Yourself Apart From Your Colleagues...The Good and The Bad of Virtual Meetings...Smarts Minus Direction Equals Absent-Minded Professor...Small Business Made Simple Co-Author Spotlight:  Bill Stride...Ebay and the Project Manager...Be a Better People Leader

March 2008 - Motivating Employees...Practical Interview Etiquette... Ten Tips to Boost Your Facilitation Skills... Freud and The Small Business Owner... Of Mice and Motivation... Be a Better Process Leader

February 2008 - The Shift From a Process to a Project Focus...Politically Aware Doesn't Mean Politically Motivated...Getting Serious About Balancing Work and Family...Eight Crucial Questions You Need to Answer to Successfully Exit a Small Business...Five Simple Strategies To Unify Your Project Teams...Be a Better Planner



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