You’re a Manager Now: You Have to Dress the Part
October 29, 2010 by
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You have to dress the part, you have to look like a manager, if you want people to perceive you as a manager. Not sure you believe this? Then watch my new video and leave your comment below.
Time Management for Managers: Is It Important, or Just Urgent?
October 25, 2010 by
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Time management for managers often comes down to an ability to distinguish between tasks that are important, and those that are merely urgent. Why does that matter?
To answer that question, I posted this video on YouTube. Here’s the link:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1uP7O3a8ANk
Watch the video, take a good look at your To Do list, and take action!
You’re new to this, so cut yourself some slack!
October 18, 2010 by
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Here’s a video I recently posted on YouTube, advising new managers (like you!) to be patient with themselves instead of expecting to learn everything at once. It’s great advice for new managers!
Dealing with Interruptions
October 2, 2010 by
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Many new managers feel frustrated because they can’t get on with what they perceive as their work for dealing with interruptions by their team members. In this video, I talk about why you shouldn’t resent these interruptions, and also give you some tips on how to deal with them. Enjoy the video, and remember to leave your comments.