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Performance Metrics – We Can Only Manage What We Measure Well

June 9th, 2010 · 4 Comments

“Performance metrics” is an especially popular topic in management today. The idea is to try to measure everything by some sort of metric that gives a true picture of our degree of success or effectiveness. But like many management techniques, it is subject to misuse. Here are my suggestions for identifying relevant metrics and using them effectively.

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Performance Metrics – We Can Only Manage What We Measure Well

June 9th, 2010 · No Comments

“Performance metrics” is an especially popular topic in management today. The idea is to try to measure everything by some sort of metric that gives a true picture of our degree of success or effectiveness. But like many management techniques, it is subject to misuse. Here are my suggestions for identifying relevant metrics and using them effectively.

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What’s In It For Your Team Members?

March 31st, 2010 · 3 Comments

In the hassle and buzzle of day to day work life, of course mixed with a busy personal life, we need to remember that our team members also have their own personal goals, aspirations and challenges. There are many things we can do related to this but the first step is always awareness. Here are [...]

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Tags: Soft Skills

Is It Enough to Earn the PMP Certification?

October 8th, 2009 · 1 Comment

Many people think that earning the PMP certification is enough to accelerate their career to new heights. Well, the PMP certification is certainly a challenging credential to earn, and it is widely sought after. But, is it enough to earn the PMP certification?

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Project Management Essentials in Web 2.0

September 28th, 2009 · 2 Comments

Technology is advancing as fast as ever and we are constantly asking questions as to how to adapt to these technology changes.  Isn’t it more important for us to ask how these new technologies can be used as tools to enhance project performance?  Let’s explore this a little bit in regards to the Web 2.0 [...]

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Tags: Online Project Management

What Is The Value Of Your Network

September 1st, 2009 · 2 Comments

Networking has always been an important activity for everyone – especially professionals on the move. The fact is, no matter where you want to go, you can probably get there faster, and more efficiently, if you have a good network. Networking can also be a great deal of fun.

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Learning Management Systems Facilitate Efficient Team Management

August 30th, 2009 · No Comments

Corporate need for stream-lined, large-scale training has prompted many organizations to look to learning management systems (LMSs) and virtual teams. Virtual teams can aid companies in discovering, recruiting, and training talent.

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How to Create a 30/60/90 Day Sales Plan to Use in a Non-Sales Interview

July 16th, 2009 · 1 Comment

Can you use a 30/60/90 day plan for non-sales jobs? Certainly — it works for engineering, project management, technical support, and many others. For instance, I got a call from a candidate going for a job in Marketing Communications. He had a 30-60-90 day sales plan template, but needed help translating it into a document [...]

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Set Your Time Management Goals And Focus On The Big Picture

July 9th, 2009 · No Comments

To make the most of your time you need to be focused on what it is you want to achieve. Being focused on the smaller picture rather than the big one will throw you off course. You should sit down and review your time management  and where your time gets used up. When we talk [...]

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Monitoring Employee Satisfaction – The Advantages, Considerations and Risks

July 9th, 2009 · No Comments

Although there are distinct advantages to conducting regular employee satisfaction surveys online to measuring employee satisfaction – there can also be risks. Documented here are the main advantages, considerations and the possible risks to conducting employee satisfaction surveys online.

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