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Famous Office Foxes (And What You Can Learn From Them)

Thursday, April 22nd, 2010

fox90With a keen sense for facts and information, the fantastic office Fox is a highly analytical and perceptive leader. He behaves and acts on ration and logic. Cunning and resourceful, in the wilds of the workplace, he’s aware of every looming obstacle, trap, and pitfall. But, with so many details and statistics to consider, the office Fox can be skeptical and pessimistic, with a tendency to over-analyze and ignore his gut feelings and natural intuition. A perfectionist who’s task-focused and inflexible, the office Fox can also be antisocial. And, his ability to outfox his co-workers is often intimidating.

If you’re a Fox, or work for someone who is, watch these famous office Foxes in action for an up-close and personal look at their untamed leadership style.
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Are You Speaking Your Employee’s Language?

Wednesday, April 21st, 2010

iStock_000002093248MediumHave you noticed how each one of your employees is different from the others? Whether it’s their work pace, organizational styles, or time management skills, each person is unique. And, that’s exactly what you want. The best teams are made up of diverse individuals who bring their own specific skills, styles, and experiences to the table.

But, while this is great for the team, it can make managing people a little tricky, especially in a time when morale is down and employees are feeling stretched to the max without much, if any, financial incentive. Sometimes, all a leader has the ability to give is encouragement and praise. So, it’s imperative that you make sure you’re speaking each employee’s language.
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Famous Office Tigers (And What You Can Learn From Them)

Monday, April 12th, 2010

Office-TigerIn the concrete jungle, the office tiger is king. Driven, passionate, and aggressive, the office tiger is a go-getter with a bite that backs up a big growl. His predator-like instinct makes him quick to complete tasks and goals, and nothing gets his blood pumping like the thrill of work.

He executes plans and projects with determination and precision. Focused and powerful, the office tiger is usually a big ball of energy that’s ready to pounce and tough to keep up with. For a closer look, check out these three famous office tigers in their natural habitats.
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What’s the Worst Kind of Boss?

Friday, April 2nd, 2010

Every boss has their own style, a leadership instinct that has both a positive and negative side. There are four basic types of leadership personalities: the tiger, the fox, the chameleon, and the ostrich.

When a boss is really bad and relies only on the negative elements of their instinct, it can make the workplace a difficult, terrifying jungle. You’ve probably seen each of these types of bosses in action – at their best, and at their worst. So, we want to know what you think.

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Sometimes, a change of view is exactly what you need to give you a fresh perspective on things at work.

The other day, after a long, meeting-laden afternoon, I deliberately took a few moments to go through my neglected inbox, piled too high with I’ll-get-to-that-later mail like magazines and fliers. Sorting through them, I found something I needed to review for a team member, so I sat down in the chair opposite my desk to read it.

A few moments later, I looked up, and noticed what a different view I had of things from this side of my desk. Looking out the window, I felt refreshed by the new view of things. And it got me thinking about perspective and the workplace.

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Top 10 Mistakes New Managers Make (And How to Avoid Them)

Friday, March 12th, 2010

New-BossCongratulations! You’ve achieved your dream of becoming a manager. Or, maybe you’ve recently promoted someone into management or are considering it.

No matter how well suited someone is to becoming a manager, almost every new manager makes a few rookie mistakes. Read on to discover the top 10 mistakes new managers make so you can make sure to watch out for them.

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Welcome to Refresh Leadership

Monday, February 22nd, 2010

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Welcome to Refresh Leadership, your source for fresh ideas for today’s business leaders. Here, we’ll talk about all levels of leadership, from executive leadership to emerging leadership.

We’ll explore fresh ideas you can apply to management, human resources, team-building, small business, and more. We’ll share insight from leadership experts and leaders like you.

Stay tuned for more refreshing leadership insight, brought to you by Express Employment Professionals.