Archive for the ‘Change’ Category

Why You Can’t Find a Job

Saturday, September 24th, 2011

Securing a job is not always an easy task. And though the ever-growing competition can be a thorn in our side, perhaps all we need is a new perspective to set ourselves a part.

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The Productivity Loop

Thursday, September 22nd, 2011

Today’s post on The Methodology Blog is from Chris Arnold. He is the owner of Arnold Business Advisors, LLC which is a coaching and consulting business primarily focused in the areas of strategy implementation, leadership development, team alignments, and executive coaching.
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The Pie is STILL Baking

Friday, September 16th, 2011

After working on countless projects, it’s easy to spot patterns that have the potential to create challenges. One of my favorite has to do with our nearly incurable desire to be nosy. We like to hover in the kitchen, sample the ingredients, peek in the oven and taste before serving. Ask any cook: this is not helpful.
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Invention For Innovation’s Sake

Wednesday, September 14th, 2011

ACCO Brands Corp., one of the leading companies in office supplies, recently created a new product that seems to trump traditional paper clips when it comes to keeping documents organized. The question however, is whether or not the invention is money well spent.

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Profit Improvement Event

Monday, September 12th, 2011

Simons Bitzer & Associates is hosting an interactive workshop on profit improvement planning where the overall message is clear. Even small changes in key variables can have a profound impact on your bottom line.

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Paper Receipts: Useful or Useless?

Wednesday, August 17th, 2011

Debating as to whether or not paperless receipts would increase productivity in your business? If so, perhaps some advice from Lavon Temple at Delivra will help make your decision easier. Take a look at the pros and cons she discovered after researching the topic.

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Disenchanted At Work

Monday, August 15th, 2011

Peter is a talented graphic designer at a mid-sized marketing firm in Chicago.  And despite his well-known reputation for innovative ideas in the office, his motivation at work has fallen drastically. Interestingly enough, it’s not the financial praise and appreciation (or lack thereof) that has him down.

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The Defeats of a Hoosier Star

Saturday, August 13th, 2011

As controversial a discussion as it may be with sports fans, one could argue that Hoosiers is one of the best movies of all time. Its inspirational message alone should be reason enough to contemplate this suggestion. Yet, if you’re still not convinced, just look to the leading star for proof of greatness.

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The Dilemma With Instructions

Friday, August 5th, 2011

Reading directions is simply a part of life. And though I’ve come across instructions that are very clear, I’m often forced to rely on my own interpretations.  Today I came across two examples that demonstrate this issue perfectly.

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Efficient System Gets Fried

Tuesday, July 26th, 2011

The recent thunderstorms in Indianapolis have left one Slaughter Development colleague quite unhappy. Not only has the severe lightning fried her phone and computer lines, it’s singed her confidence in a nationally recognized provider.

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