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When you don’t understand a job assignment, you need to ask for clarification. In this Business Insider article, Shana...
4 innocent questions you can ask to clear up confusing directions
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5 ways to get better at asking for help
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The right way to ask for help at work
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4 occasions where you should ask for help at work
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Why the secret to success is setting the right goals
Many businesses are setting goals but are they the right goals? They still lack a sense of purpose needed...
What great managers do to engage employees
Managers have the power to create or destroy employee engagement in the workplace. But, what makes a great manager?...
7 reasons why employees don’t work and what you can do about it
There will be times when you find some employees are under-performing and it may be that you are part...
Learn how to give directions to your employees
As a manager, you will be well aware of how much time you spend giving instructions to your employees....
8 ways to communicate your strategy more effectively
It’s not always easy keeping your employees focused on the end goal. This Harvard Business Review article suggests some...
Employees only meet expectations when they know what’s expected
Employees can only be engaged and succeed in the workplace if they know exactly what is expected of them....
3 steps to help employees understand your objectives and expectations
Managers spend a lot of time communicating, but are they making sure their employees understand the instructions they’re giving?...
Making sure your employees succeed
Helping employees set and reach goals can increase motivation. This Harvard Business Review article explains how setting clear, meaningful...
How to give orders to your employees
Every manager has to give orders, but the way you give them can have a huge effect on how...
How to communicate employee expectations effectively
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The biggest mistake you (probably) make with teams
The common assumption made by team leaders is that the best way to promote team collaboration is to make...
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The language of understanding
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Dealing with distractions
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