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Because even the “coach” needs “a coach” I conclude my Coaches Handbook series with the following tips for change as shared by guest contributor Sylvia D. Hepler, President of Launching Lives, L.L.C   Are YOU a leader who needs...

This week’s entry to the Coaches Handbook focuses on strategies for helping your employees meet their personal career goals within the context of your company’s overall objectives.  Every employee wants to feel they add value to your organization, no matter what role...

Last week we kicked off (no pun intended) a Coaches Handbook series, beginning with Creating the Culture.  This week’s big play focuses on building a strong foundation.  Think for a moment what it would be like if a football team had no predefined...

Coach: noun, often attributive \ˈkōch\ ~ a person who teaches and trains the members of a sports team and makes decisions about how the team plays during games. One coach who’s on the sidelines all year round is any manager or supervisor in your company.  Why? ...

When it comes to finalizing the job description, a few points of contention should be addressed based on your organization and the position itself. You may ask yourself: Should I include employees in the development of job descriptions? Employees should be included in...

Last week we went over job titles, job scope and essential job functions. This week we’ll get into some of the nitty gritty details of a job description. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities The job description of the position should include knowledge, skills, and...