We all know that managers manage, keep things organized, figure out plans, and execute.
I hear they even have important ‘management’ books out there that new managers get to read, you know, to learn how to be one.
Here is something simpler to consider. Every manager is primarily a teacher, not just a ‘manager.’ Nearly everything your [...]
Archive for May, 2008
The Hidden Teachers in Every Company.
Posted in May 30th, 2008
by wwds in Work-related
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The One Question Applicants Never Ask, But Should.
Posted in May 29th, 2008
by wwds in Work-related
Over at US NEWS and World Report, my friend Alison Green wrote a helpful post titled What To Ask at Your Interview. Her advice and suggestions are great, but she did miss one important question. Can you spot it?
1. Why is this position open?
2. What are the biggest challenges or obstacles the person in this [...]
“Do you think John Elway Mowed Lawns in the Summer?”
Posted in May 28th, 2008
by wwds in Work-related
Let’s all agree that teenagers can come up with great reasons why they shouldn’t work this summer. I did it, you did it and they are doing too; in fact, only one-third of American teenagers are working anywhere this summer.
Over at US News and World Report today I offered up some unsolicited advice and [...]
What You Can Learn From Zappos.
Posted in May 28th, 2008
by wwds in Work-related
For those of you who don’t know about Zappos,…well, first lift up the rock and come out into the sunshine. JK, Zappos is one of the big success web retail success stories. They sell shoes.
Take Nordstroms, blend in Southwest Airlines‘ flight attendant pitter-patter, free delivery and free returns and you can begin to [...]
Help Wanted: Over $50K/yr+Free Health Care+FREE HOME and No Takers
Posted in May 25th, 2008
by wwds in Work-related
Cousin Craig farms in north central Kansas. When I say ‘farms,’ he really FARMS. Singlehandedly, he manages, works and farms nearly 3,000 acres. He’s no redneck hillbilly farmer, he has a degree in agriculture, his tractors and combines cost more than some houses and K-State researchers regularly visit him to find out [...]
My Politics and Decisions To Make, 2008. DrumRoll Please.
Posted in May 22nd, 2008
Over at US News and World Report, I dropped off a column on how a boss should handle politics in the workplace. It is dicey issue and in these days of open transparency, I am sure some will disagree with my viewpoint of keeping your political leanings to yourself. Please jump [...]
Salt Lake City, JobDig and Utah Bloggers
Posted in May 21st, 2008
Early next week, JobDig launches in Salt Lake City. We are excited about bringing our unique multimedia employment offerings to the Beehive state. We are already beginning to meet some great companies and are talking with them about how we can help them in their recruitment efforts.
Next week, JobDig will be all [...]
The Class Everyone Thought You Took, But You Didn’t
Posted in May 19th, 2008
by wwds in Job Seeker Advice
Listen the hell up.
Most of the time, I hate the condescending tone of the career pundits. It’s always “Sally, you idiot, here is how you should do your resume.” Or, “Billy Bob, here is how to answer these typical interview questions.”
But I thought you knew better. Come to find out [...]
Five Things Alex Bogusky Should Do For Microsoft
Posted in May 19th, 2008
by wwds in Daily Wisdom
Note: Alex Bogusky is on Fast Company’s cover which, by the way, is not nearly as eye-catching as last month’s featuring uber-entrepreneur Gina Bianchini. He is there smiling in his de rigueur jeans and black tee-shirt because his Boulder ad agency Crispin Porter+Bogusky just won the Microsoft account. The $300 million [...]
Here Kitty,Kitty,Kitty.
Posted in May 16th, 2008
This reminds me of the time when a cousin and I found a nest of baby coyotes in the barn. It was when we brought them inside to show my mom that we found out they were really just mice. She didn’t think they were as cute and cuddly as we did.
Moms.
