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Toxic politics have no place in the workplace
As the discourse becomes more toxic, and opinions more entrenched, will political differences limit possibilities for employees in the workplace in ways that race and gender have in the past?
Employee engagement is key to productivity
Gallup Poll Research says that if we engage employees in decision-making and recognize them often, they will feel valued and give their employers up to 74 percent more productivity.
Engage your internal compass – Operate with interpersonal authenticity
Question:
"Earlier this year our leadership team spent some time reading John Kotter's book, 'Leading Change.' The goal was to adopt a common perspective within the team when it comes to change and change management. Over the course of several meetings, we discussed various aspects of the book and how they applied to our situation. Personally, I was encouraged by the process, because we took the time to have some pretty deep discussions in which perspectives and concerns were shared. I wonder what your take on this is."
Multi-tasking is overrated – Focus on what’s important
Recently I returned from spending several weeks in The Netherlands. You know how these holidays can go – among your souvenirs you bring home new ideas, inspiration for change, certainly more knowledge about this planet – and usually about yourself as well. I unpacked all of the above along with warm memories of time spent with family and friends.
Reap rewards from a diverse workforce
The reality is clear and here to stay – the contemporary workforce is increasingly diverse. The low-cost rewards associated with developing and maintaining this workforce include what every business needs in a climate of stiff foreign and domestic competition: improved morale, lower turnover, fewer errors, customer loyalty and greater profitability.
Oak Creek mayor keeps retail bar high at Delphi site
Retail developers are expressing significant interest in the former Delphi site in Oak Creek, according to newly elected Mayor Steve Scaffidi. However, the retailers that are being pitched for the site don’t match the city’s vision for the project, called Drexel Town Square.
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New social networking site is designed specifically for children
Proxy People Inc.
Innovation: Social networking site for children
www.proxypeople.com
South Side
The School Sisters of St. Francis’ recently held a “ground blessing” ceremony to celebrate the start of construction for a 72-unit independent senior and assisted apartment building on the grounds of the sisters’ St. Joseph Center campus at 1501 S. Layton Blvd., on the south side of Milwaukee.
We ‘Like’ the Facebook product, but we didn’t buy the stock
Few products have experienced rapid growth and global impact equal to that of the social networking website Facebook. But having a good product doesn't always mean the business is an attractive investment.
A Keane eye
Tim Keane has been interested in photography for quite some time. But he didn't seriously get into it until about 2006 and now regularly shoots and archives his work on a website.
