Practice not Perfect

8 Simple Steps to Management Success

noreply@blogger.com (Janet Procure) — Mon, 25 May 2009 09:41:56 PDT

I found this great list of eight steps to ensure your success as a manager. I think it is a common sense foundation to all success in leading others. I hope it helps you. Unfortunately, I can't for the life of me find a citation for the original author.... STEP ONE: DECIDE TO BE A STRONG MANAGER.Recognize this as a huge commitment. It requires time, energy, effort and consistency. It’s going to

Poetry on Leadership

noreply@blogger.com (Janet Procure) — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 15:51:18 PDT

which are you...?Tearing Down Or Building Up?I watched them tearing a building down,A gang of men in a busy town;With a heave-ho and a lusty yellThey swung a beam, and the building fell.I asked the foreman, "Are these men skilled,And the men you’d hire if you had to build?"He gave a laugh and said, "No, indeed,Just common labor is all I need;I can easily wreck in a day or twoWhat builders have

We Want More Conflict!

noreply@blogger.com (Janet Procure) — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 15:51:45 PDT

An article in the latest issue of Profit Magazine reports on a new Canadian survey where 57% of respondents report that they have seen conflict lead to better solutions to challenges. 40% also report conflict can lead to higher team performance, 77% say it helps with a better understanding of others and 31% says it increases motivation.So what does this mean to organizations? Should we be

Where is the LOVE?

noreply@blogger.com (Alanna Burk) — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 15:52:34 PDT

Do you often feel as though teams drift apart like so many other relationships? Why do teams transition from successful, productive and inspirational to dismal, lethargic and mediocre? Like all relationships, Teams need motivation to continue positive behaviour. Positive behaviour is a direct result of the morale of your team; if your team’s morale is strong and the members on your team believe

Are YOU conscious?

noreply@blogger.com (Janet Procure) — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 15:53:00 PST

We are so busy with the many responsibilities and requirements of life that often we get sucked into the mundane place we call every day.So how do we break the mould? How do we get conscious?Think back to school.... do you remember the kid that never had to study, never had to take notes, could coast through school and always get a perfect score on their projects, presentations or tests?If we

Practical Motivation for People in Teams

noreply@blogger.com (Janet Procure) — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 14:54:25 PST

Set challenging targets, but make sure they are realistic and achievable. Try to involve people in determining their own objectives. People need to feel in control.Brief the team regularly on progress and what is happening in the organisation.Use on-going success as a motivator.Get people involved in planning work and innovating: use ideas from individuals and the team.Increase individuals'

Top 10 Resolutions for Workplace Success

noreply@blogger.com (Janet Procure) — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 15:53:09 PDT

The end of the year is a good time to reflect on your progress over the past year and plan how you want to develop. Do you want increased success in 2009 or the chance to enjoy the success you've achieved more? These top 10 New Year's resolutions are designed to help you strike a better work-life balance, so you can achieve a truly satisfying success in the New Year.1) Learn how to delegate and

December Theme - Making better resolutions

noreply@blogger.com (Janet Procure) — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 09:33:34 PST

Welcome back to this blog featuring articles, tips and resources on our favorite subject areas. Starting in December, we will begin featuring a new subject theme each month and publish posts in that theme for that month - schedule your time to come visit us in the months that matter to you - or subscribe to our feed and get an email each time a new post is made.Here's what you can expect:December

What Makes Change So Difficult?

noreply@blogger.com (Janet Procure) — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 15:53:27 PDT

A POETIC INTERLUDE:AUTOBIOGRAPHY IN FIVE SHORT CHAPTERSby Portia NelsonI I walk, down the street.There is a deep hole in the sidewalk.I fall inI am lost.... I am helplessIt isn't my fault.It takes forever to find a way out.II I walk down the same street.There is a deep hole in the sidewalk.I pretend I don't see it.I fall in againI can't believe I am in the same place but, it isn't my fault.It

How Coachable Are You?

noreply@blogger.com (Janet Procure) — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 08:01:40 PDT

How do you feel about receiving feedback at work? Do you welcome it, or do you cringe? Effective leaders understand the value of coaching and feedback, both giving and receiving, when it is done with care. Sometimes we need another point of view to understand how we are really perceived by others. If we are willing to accept feedback, it can make us feel more appreciated, and guide us to

Tips for a Winning Holiday Recruitment Strategy

noreply@blogger.com (Janet Procure) — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 11:25:37 PDT

6 Tips for Creating a Winning Holiday Recruitment Strategy for Hourly Workers! When it comes to the holiday hiring of hourly workers, employers need to put together a recruitment plan well before the radio stations start playing "Jingle Bell Rock". Here's a list of six tips from SnagAJob.com you can use in your holiday recruitment process: 1. Get an early start. Advertise open positions as early

Managing Multiple Projects

noreply@blogger.com (Janet Procure) — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 16:53:08 PDT

Managing multiple projects presents many unique challenges to a project manager. In addition to developing an integrated plan for a single project, the project manager must satisfy conflicting stakeholder needs and balance resources and schedules in a multiple project environment. Shared resources must be managed through project prioritization.When evaluating and selecting projects, key business

Dance Your Way to Project Management Success

noreply@blogger.com (Janet Procure) — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 15:53:48 PDT

RUMBA- The Fail Proof Project Management DanceTo interact with another is a complicated endeavour; project management is likened to dancing; it is a complicated, yet unified balance which requires total focus and complete awareness. RUMBA is a key component in the success of managing an efficient project. REASONABLE- Interaction and direction within a project team should be Reasonable at all

How Advance Corporate Training incorporates brain-based learning

noreply@blogger.com (Janet Procure) — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 09:18:06 PDT

Advance Corporate Training Ltd. (ACT) is a brain-based learning specialist - our logo represents the six key secrets to ensuring learning takes hold in the learner and can transfer back to the workplace. Here are the six secrets and why engaging each one of them encourages higher learning levels. Personal Relevance(Association Cortex)When we associate learning with what we already know, we are

Quick lesson on leadership

noreply@blogger.com (Janet Procure) — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 21:35:33 PDT

Here is a great "quick read" on leadership... View Upload your own

Employee Orientations: Get the Party Started

noreply@blogger.com (Janet Procure) — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 22:29:29 PST

Too often in today’s workplace, a celebration is thrown when an employee leaves an organization, but little is done to recognize the new employee joining the company. After all, this is the person you will be motivating and engaging for the next two, five or (hopefully) more years. Why not start doing so right away?A new employee’s first impression of your organization is equally as important as

5 Steps to help a group do it's best

noreply@blogger.com (Janet Procure) — Tue, 19 May 2009 18:14:14 PDT

While surfing, I discovered Edward Hallowell (Harvard Psychiatrist – author of Connect – 12 Vital Ties....) and his thesis for a book he is working on. It is as follows..."My basic thesis is that the human connection, which is so threatened by the style of modern life, is the key to peak performance of all kinds, as well as emotional stability and physical health."Here are the 5 steps that any

Welcome to ACT Online!

noreply@blogger.com (Janet J) — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 12:56:20 PDT

We believe in helping others learn, change and grow through self-discovery and experiential learning. To this end we would like to encourage you to visit our blog regularly, comment on our postings and let us know how we can help meet your learning needs.This “Practise Not Perfect” blog is a forum for you to get your questions answered, gather deeper insight or find supplemental resources in ACT’

Lessons and learnings on our new weblog!

noreply@blogger.com (Janet Procure) — Tue, 19 May 2009 18:15:01 PDT

Welcome to my revised weblog! This spot will feature my lessons and learning about people, about performance, about motivation and influence. I will focus on issues and resources for practical proven assistance in leadership, organizational development and optimal performance. This weblog is moderated by Janet Dean. I can be reached for one on one questions at dean@actraining.com

noreply@blogger.com (Terry) — Tue, 19 May 2009 17:40:37 PDT