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Set Stretch Goals

Office Dynamics

I have asked them to write and give three-minute presentations; role play with participants; challenged them to think beyond the typical answer in class; project their voice; write diffi­cult development plans; and even come up on stage with me at our Annual Conference for Administrative Excellence. Don’t you dare settle for mediocre goals.

Goals 200
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How to Encourage Employee Autonomy—and Why That Should Matter to You as a Leader

Success

Companies that nurture employee autonomy definitely have an edge over their peer businesses. At any time, they can ask for clarification on expectations or goals. For example, you might want to encourage an employee to take on a new project. But don’t just say, “Here’s the project. Run with it!”

Mentoring 342
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Dry promotions: Definition, considerations, and guidelines for employers

BMT Office Administration

If you’re not familiar with the term or are unsure whether your company is guilty of using dry promotions in a manner that can hurt employee morale, read up on the definition of the term below and explore some common examples of dry promotions. What is a dry promotion? That will just lead to burnout and a high level of resentment.

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Overcoming Perfection Paralysis

Eat Your Career

But sometimes, the goal of excellence goes too far…and becomes perfection. I definitely think (and know from personal experience) that striving for “perfection” can be a motivating force. Strategies to Overcome Perfection Paralysis Set Realistic Goals: I like to say, “Perfection is the direction, but progress is the goal.”

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“I Don’t Want Your Money,” Said No Entrepreneur Ever—Until Now

Success

While that may sound like a lot of cash in the tech startup world, it definitely is not. As such, you should make sure your investor—and your ultimate goals—are compatible, because… 1. Meeting earnings projections and investor expectations in each cycle is all-important. But cashing out might not be your goal.

2015 209
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3 Science-Based Mind Hacks to Get Into Flow

Success

Have you ever lost an entire afternoon to an engaging conversation or become so involved in a work project that everything else was forgotten? The best definition I’ve ever heard for this psychological event is this: “[Flow is] an optimal state of consciousness where we feel our best and perform our best.”.

2016 195
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Can Your Parenting Skills Help You Become a Better Manager?

Success

That’s a definite recipe for resentment and a lack of retention. This time, however, the goal isn’t focused on independent thinking or autonomous decision-making, but on building on those traits by allowing people to experiment and fail—all while balancing and managing risks in the process. Short-term goals are clear.

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