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March 28th, 2008

For Managers Only: 6 Word Management Story Contest

My colleague David Zinger, over at Slacker Manager has an AWESOME contest going on. It’s called the 6 Management Story Contest. His idea for the contest came from Jodee Bock who wrote a post called What’s Your Story (In Six Words..?) I like this contest, because it should challenge you to think about who you […]

By Darlene McDaniel -- 2 comments

March 26th, 2008

Ethical Dilemma: The Resume Part 2

I shared a post with you I found over at BossHatch on Monday. Here is the ethical dilemma:
Frank is your go-to guy in sales. You recently hired him after you decided to expand your business. His résumé was put together incredibly well and he had a long list of references. With his charismatic approach and […]

By Darlene McDaniel -- 0 comments

March 24th, 2008

For Managers Only: An Ethical Dilemma - The Resume

This morning as I was scanning the various posts here at b5media Business Channel, I saw one that caught my eye from BossHatch: Oh Crap Situation 16: The Resume. It was the resume portion that got my attention. I wondered about the situation.
Here it is:
Frank is your go-to guy in sales. You recently hired […]

By Darlene McDaniel -- 2 comments

March 17th, 2008

For Managers Only: Video Instruction - Hiring the Right People

Here is an interesting video I found on youtube tonight. For hiring managers, here are some simple principles that are geared toward small businesses. I believe these principles are good for any segment of the business world you may find yourself. Principles are transferable.

Summary - Microsoft - Hiring the Right People
1. Do business with people […]

By Darlene McDaniel -- 3 comments

March 5th, 2008

For Managers Only: Don’t Assume They Understand Your Expectations

Take a look at this cartoon from Word Sell, Inc. I found the cartoon while visiting Home Biz Notes. Do you assume your employees understand your expectations? When is the last time you actually clearly communicated your expectations for their specific job assignments, work arrival time, lunch and break time, performance?

It is your responsibility as […]

By Darlene McDaniel -- 6 comments