By Jacques | SUCCESS PRINCIPLES
If you’re like many people you spend most days multitasking. You’re probably so used to multitasking that you don’t even realize when you’re doing it. After all, it’s a skill many employers look for in their employees. Many people believe multitasking saves them time. There are many reasons why multitasking is bad. It’s better to […]
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By Jacques | SUCCESS PRINCIPLES
Much like conflict in our personal lives, conflict in the workplace can be difficult to avoid. Disputes among co-workers are often resolved among the parties involved without a hitch. However, it can sometimes be necessary to contact your human resources department or upper management to solve the problem if the dispute cannot be settled. Part […]
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By Jacques | SUCCESS PRINCIPLES
If you’re the one in charge of training new employees at the workplace, you have a major impact on their impression of the organization as a whole. If your training is effective, and you’re there to assist as they need it, they’ll see the company as helpful and a good place to work. But, if […]
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By Jacques | SUCCESS PRINCIPLES
Teamwork is a wonderful thing. It may take everyone a bit of time to “get into the groove.” But, when that happens it’s beneficial to everyone involved – not to mention a success for the company. Here are a few benefits of working together on the job. Yes, it can be done! Fills Voids […]
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By Jacques | SUCCESS PRINCIPLES
Respect Boundaries Your job might require you to share a space with your co-workers, whether it’s a cubicle, office, or vehicle. If you are near others while you work, make sure that you respect their boundaries and encourage them to respect yours in return. Try not to have phone calls about non-work-related matters if your […]
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By Jacques | SUCCESS PRINCIPLES
Don’t Interrupt Have you ever been in the middle of a conversation, only to be constantly interrupted? It’s annoying, isn’t it? For that reason, never be “the interrupter.” Even if you have a great idea that you can’t wait to share, wait until it’s your turn to talk. Take a deep breath and relax. You’ll […]
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By Jacques | SUCCESS PRINCIPLES
Honor Your Commitments Always try to allow enough time to complete projects in a timely manner, even when something unexpected comes up. It’s much better to give yourself more time than necessary to finish whenever you’re working on, rather than to underestimate the time needed to complete the assignment. This way, you don’t have to […]
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By Jacques | SUCCESS PRINCIPLES
There are numerous essential skills and habits you need in order to work well with others. Developing the proper habits, early on, helps put you on track to things like higher pay and leadership opportunities. Since more and more companies are making the decision to hire within, these things are more important than ever before. […]
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By Jacques | SUCCESS PRINCIPLES
If everyone on the job isn’t being treated with respect, it can be bad for business. If you don’t feel like you’re being treated with respect at work, it can be extremely difficult to do your best. The same is true of your co-workers. They may not be able to perform their duties efficiently if […]
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By Jacques | SUCCESS PRINCIPLES
Probably more people than you realize spend the majority of their time working with others in an employment-related situation. And, unless they’re lucky, these individuals don’t get to pick who their co-workers are. Unfortunately, not everyone knows how to get along with others. This can cause all kinds of difficult situations, making it almost impossible […]
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