Do you sometimes feel that you are doing the work of other people? Or that you have to yell or threaten them so they will do their job? You're pulling overtime and overwhelmed with deadlines and they're just going through the motions—coming in late, dragging their feet, submitting mediocre work—just to get a paycheck. You can't do their job, but how can you make them more … [Read more...] about How to Motivate Lazy Co-workers
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Jesus on Time and Stress Management
Busy? Stressed? Pressured? Jesus knows how you feel. He had a crazy deadline too: he had just three years to build a ministry and spread the Truths that could save people's souls. He had no money, no staff (except a group of bickering, untrained disciples) and plenty of opposition. Plus, people wanted to kill him. But throughout his mission, Jesus remained calm, clear, and … [Read more...] about Jesus on Time and Stress Management
Can Friends Make Good Business Partners? 7 Ways to Make it Work
It starts with a good idea. Tired of venting about not having enough money, friends decide: 'Let's start a business!' Then the trouble starts. The dynamics of the relationship change, and the complaints emerge. 'She's too bossy!' or 'He's not working hard enough. The blame and fingerpointing starts, and the friendship and the business deteriorate. Despite these horror … [Read more...] about Can Friends Make Good Business Partners? 7 Ways to Make it Work
5 Tips for Negotiating with Difficult Clients
Business start-ups that are still building a client portfolio can rarely afford to drop difficult accounts. Many clients take advantage of this situation and try to bully their way through a project. They may have unreasonable demands or deadlines, or (plain and simple) be pains-in-the-you-know-what. Here are some tips for dealing with difficult clients: negotiating with … [Read more...] about 5 Tips for Negotiating with Difficult Clients
5 Spiritual Principles that Transform Work Relationships
Everyone describes the workplace as a 'dog-eat-dog world.' We're cautioned to cover our backs, or to cunningly manage office politics. In a way, it's true: you shouldn't be naïve or reckless. But neither should you become cynical and cold. The workplace is a dynamic playground of personalities, where you have the opportunity to collaborate, learn from mentors (or become a … [Read more...] about 5 Spiritual Principles that Transform Work Relationships