A new study of social network marketing (think Facebook) illustrates that the larger your network the greater the value generated and the more stable the network…anyone remember MySpace? In low-intensity networks (like your personal network), effective management can serve as the catalyst for growth…Are you being proactive with your network? Reached out to any long […]
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A new study suggests that creativity outside of work can enhance job performance Creative activities outside of work seem to directly enhance the ability of employees to problem solve and help others on the job Researchers suggest organizations can encourage employees to pursue creative hobbies outside of work by sponsoring contests and offering discounts for
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Attempts to change the social or physical workplace environment do have positive effects on work-related outcomes Changes to the social environment seem to lead to better work performance Changes in the physical environment seem to help workers concentrate Source: Effectiveness of a Combined Social and Physical Environmental Intervention on Presenteeism, Absenteeism, Work Performance, and Work
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People are the key to professional, personal and social success Relationships are a choice Articulate what you want Engage with people in mutual support for mutual success Generosity and service to others is the starting point for outreach Keep a lifeline group to hold you accountable Be willing to regularly take a vulnerable look at yourself
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A key tenet of our approach is that business relationships and personal relationships are in essence the same (BR = PR). The book Disarming Cupid by the editors of Scientific American discusses several scientifically proven ways to enhance romantic relationships. What is interesting about it is that most of the techniques can be used in