The choices that a leader makes do not simply affect that leader. A leader's choices impact others and impact the business he or she is leading. That's why the ethics of leadership are essential to successful business-building. When I say ''ethics,'' what do I mean? Ethics (from the Ancient Greek ethikos, the adjective form of ethos, meaning "custom, habit"), a key aspect of philosophy, is the examination of the morals, values, and behavior of a person or group. Since ethics are action-guiding, not only must the definition cover the study of issues like right and wrong and/or good and evil, but to my mind, it must encompass the functional aspect of dealing with these issues in an everyday business setting.
In this article, Barbara A. Kay explains some rules that will help managers stay safe during the wild roller coaster recession the US economy is entering. In order to maximize and further their management careers, managers must (1) be organized and goal-driven, (2) prioritize important habits and projects while ''stowing away'' those which do not contribute to a successful management career, and (3) focus energy and time to maximize results and longevity.
I am so sick of hearing about the evils of micromanagement. It seems that every day we hear another tale about the ubiquitous micromanager who is taking vital management practices to the extreme and interfering with their employees' ability to successfully fulfil their job requirements, all while generating unnecessary stress for those workers. It's an ugly story, and I believe that, in many cases, it's simply not being represented fairly.
In the midst of the daily media pounding about the current economic condition of the US, it recently dawned on me that the power of precision is available to everyone, including executives, employees, and entrepreneurs alike. I also realized that achieving precision is the most effective way for any individual to succeed, especially during tough economic times.
You've been sitting there, slaving away as an underling to the boss. You've been working for a couple of years, with lousy hours and lousy pay, and now your chance has finally come: the boss is gone, and they need a new one. Why not you?
In this article, author Dan Coughlin discusses the critical importance of perseverance in managerial jobs. By laying out the sources of perseverance and explaining how to tap into those sources, he provides some helpful career advice for anyone whose job it is to manage others.
Executives and managers are often left feeling frustrated when their staff doesn't perform a task the way they expected. This can be eliminated by sharpening your communication and filling in the gaps that are often left open for interpretation. Here are some guidelines.
In the wake of Enron, Adelphia, and other corporate scandals, the issue of character continues to be a priority for companies seeking management level executives.
Companies are looking beyond the resumes, the references, the psychological tests, and the performances during interviews.
Motivating employees is often exhausting and time-consuming work. Managers provide incentives, set goals, acknowledge top producers, even use consequences or threats. They use these tactics in an attempt to stimulate some level of interest in their staff, trying to push them into action.
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