Jimmy’s Blog
The Art of Encouragement
Encouragement is one of the most effective and positive ways to spur others forward. Whether you're leading a business, instructing volunteers, or just showing up to work every day, knowing how to encourage others is incredibly important. Encouragement is the act of...
Dealing With Negative Talk in The Workplace
Negativity can take a sizeable toll on an individual. Unchecked, negativity can spread and harm an entire group of people. As a leader, it's important to stay vigilant about the emotional environment in your workplace. Take some time as a leader, or leadership team,...
Handling Workplace Bullies
Within the workplace, there can be little doubt that bullies are usually in a unique position to take advantage of others. In a school or university setting, administrators will usually be able to swiftly deal with bullies in an organized manner. Due to the fact that...
Reenergizing Your Team for the New Year
A new fiscal year is something that many businesses look forward to for many reasons. Starting a New Year does not always include goals of increasing sales and making more profits. It is also important to strengthen the team that acts as the foundation of every...
Show Your Employees Appreciation with These Tips
Employers have to focus on different things at work. Because of this, they may sometimes forget to show appreciation towards employees. When employees don't feel appreciated, they may lose motivation and others may seek employment elsewhere. If you show them...
The Differences Between Criticism and Feedback as a Leader
Nobody likes having their ideas or methods challenged. It can be uncomfortable or even embarrassing. However, it is a part of professional growth and is also one of the most useful tools you have in becoming a more effective leader. Is there a difference between...
Maintaining Productivity While Working from Home
Working from home has its perks, allowing employees to achieve their desired work-life balance. However, one common downside of working from home is the difficulties employees can face in terms of productivity. Working from home poses many distractions and makes it...
Embracing Team Diversity in Business
We live in an ever-increasing business world. Thanks to modern technology, which continues to advance at a dizzying rate, we are able to conduct efficient business with counterparts around the globe. This remarkable new way of doing business may be fast and efficient,...
Tips To Boost Team Morale
In any business, a team will experience a set of challenges, difficulties, or unexpected events in their work. Such pitfalls will often occur regardless of how important the industry or the competency level of its members. In certain circumstances, struggles could...
Transitioning from Team Member to Team Leader
A promotion is a cause for celebration but that doesn’t mean it won’t come with its share of challenges. Transitioning from a team member to a team leader comes with additional responsibilities. It also means fundamental changes in the nature of interpersonal...