Motivating Workers


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What Your Brain Has to Do With Your Brand

Tell your employees and customers about how you think and behave, your innate genetic strengths and preferences, and you'll see your brand loyalty grow.  Read more

6 Unexpected Ways to Make Someone's Day

If you really want to brighten someone's day, do the unexpected. The effect could last a lifetime.  Read more

Leader in Motion: How Choreographer Bill T. Jones Collaborates 

Award-winning choreographer Bill T. Jones has led his dance company for 30 years. Watch how he works.  Watch video

Build an Intern Program 

Tips from Lauren Berger, CEO of InternQueen, and Scott Gerber, founder of the Young Entrepreneur Council.  Watch video

Coach Your Employees to Succeed: A 4-Step Primer

Feedback is critical to coaching. But it won't go far unless you set clear expectations for your employees. Here's how.  Read more

Leading Teams: Find the Right Balance Between Hands-on and Hands-off

You want to encourage flexibility and accomplishment. Here's how.  Read more

Fire an Employee Nicely. Here's How.

No boss should enjoy losing an employee. But you can help smooth out the exit.  Read more

Want Happier Employees? Get Rid of the Bosses

Managers, VPs, executives... they all need to go. Here's how one company reorganized itself for maximum employee satisfaction.  Read more

Metrics Are More Motivating Than Bonuses

A founder and CEO explains why he thinks a well run metrics program beats cash bonuses for motivating employees.  Read more

4 Lessons From a CEO Dad

Blinds.com founder (and dad of three) Jay Steinfeld gives fatherly advice for success in life and business.  Read more

Host a Company Picnic: 5 Reasons

The sluggish economy may have you tempted to cut employee perks. Think twice.  Read more

Build an Exceptional Workplace: 9 Tips

Ask yourself these questions to identify the gears that drive your company culture, and what you can do to make it exceptional.  Read more

Employee Performance: Give Straight Talk

Employees need to know how they are doing--especially (but not only) if they're underperforming.  Read more

How to Thank Your Employees in Only 8 Words

Genuine appreciation goes a long way. Here's a guide to get the most out of a brief note, no matter who you're thanking.  Read more

Why Your Employees Think You're a Jerk

One employee behaving badly is enough to turn a solid business into a mess. And that's especially true when that one employee is you.  Read more

5 Reasons You Aren't a Great Boss

These common blind spots could be preventing you from being the manager you need to be.  Read more

3 Creative Ways to Boost Employee Morale

Nope, paychecks and praise aren't enough to keep employees satisfied. Here's how to help workers connect with purpose.  Read more

Small Business Productivity Surges in May

Small businesses are growing, but hiring is not keeping pace. Increased efficiency is the reason, says SurePayroll's Michael Alter.  Read more

Success Depends on Your Team: Tap the Potential

Take it from Ford's Alan Mulally. Leaders who look for talent, nurture it, and give it authority are ones who achieve.  Read more

Find Your Employees' Hidden Talents

You might have a superstar on your payroll and not even know it.  Read more

Inspire Your Workforce: Be Curious

A five-step assignment to convey your interest in your team, and spur a sense of belonging.  Read more

4 Company Programs Your Employees Hate

Surprise: They secretly despise that employee-of-the-month award. Find out what else your staff hates--and what to offer instead.  Read more

What Would Winston Do?

In 1940, a war-weary Britain was on the verge of capitulation. Here's how Churchill turned it around--and what it means for you.  Read more

Reputation Without Character Is Worthless

The saga of Jamie Dimon at JP Morgan Chase raises questions about the value of a good reputation.  Read more

Squeeze 25 Hours Into a Day 

Increase your productivity. Get yourself in the zone. Tips from Pamela Slim, author of Escape from Cubicle Nation , and Scott Gerber, founder of the ...  Watch video