Wednesday, August 1, 2012

Recruit, Hire, and Retain the Best People

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The Best Strategy for Reducing Stress

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The Best Strategy for Reducing Stress
Peter Bregman
If you can't change reality, change your expectations.
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Whitney Johnson
Bullying Is a Confidence Game
Whitney Johnson
Don't let workplace bullies impede your career.
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Mark de Rond
Are you Busy at Work, but Still Bored?
Mark de Rond
A busy schedule isn't always a worthwhile one.
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Bill Barnett
Set Boundaries on the Sacrifices You'll Make for Work
Bill Barnett
Before you accept that new job, understand what is asked of you.
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There Is an I in Team: What Elite Athletes and Coaches Really Know About High Performance
There Is an I in Team: What Elite Athletes and Coaches Really Know About High Performance
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We've all worked with one — a smart and immensely talented individual who brings enormous value to the organization. The problem? He's an awful teammate. How can we harness the talent of individual performers into a cohesive, productive team that creates overall value? Strengthen your understanding of the issues that permeate teams of high performers, and apply these new insights to your own work — giving you and your team an edge over the competition.
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Tony Schwartz
You Can't Do Your Job if You Don't Sleep
Tony Schwartz
Rest and renewal are the linchpins of performance.
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