Category Archives: Work Environment

How to Adopt a Results Mindset in Your Work

Scott Jeffrey — March 3, 2017 — March 3, 2017 Virtually all forms of business planning slip into the same problem. It doesn’t matter if you’re formulating a plan for a new business idea, a technological innovation, or a marketing initiative, your plan tends to constellate around a set of to-dos. And while your to-do-list-driven … Continue reading How to Adopt a Results Mindset in Your Work →

Precision Questioning is the Shortcut to Smarter Work

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Chloe Jung — February 27, 2017 — February 27, 2017 Everyone wants to get more out of their team. More focus, better efficiency, less rework, better results, faster decisions, smarter decisions. What if you could get there by sharpening only one skill? Shitty questions, you’re out. Precision questions, suit up! Recognizing the symptoms of bad … Continue reading Precision Questioning is the Shortcut to Smarter Work →

Remote vs On-Site: Where Should Your Next CMO Work?

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Bob Van Rossum — February 27, 2017 Follow @BobVR— February 27, 2017 Remote work is on the rise across the board, and for a good reason. But if you think your next Chief Marketing Officer executive search should be for a virtual leader, you should probably reconsider. The Impact of the Digital Workplace on Marketing … Continue reading Remote vs On-Site: Where Should Your Next CMO Work? →

4 Proven Ways to Improve Employee Accountability in the Workplace

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Adam Henshall — February 24, 2017 — February 24, 2017 It’s not always easy to know whether your team is doing everything you ask them to. How do you know everything is on track? Are you sure your team is taking care of every responsibility? Here’s the worrying thing: According to the American Management Association, … Continue reading 4 Proven Ways to Improve Employee Accountability in the Workplace →

The Impact of Working With a Narcissist

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Tanya Beaudry — February 15, 2017 — February 15, 2017 Narcissist a person who has an excessive interest in or admiration of themselves. Do you know a Narcissist? Have you worked with a Narcissist? Do you have a Narcissist on your team? Narcissist; this word has been thrown around lately more than ever before. You … Continue reading The Impact of Working With a Narcissist →

Great Expectations: A Personal Perspective on Safety and Security in the Era of Coworking

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Paula Gomprecht — February 14, 2017 — February 14, 2017 As a woman, I have certain expectations for what a safe workplace should be, and most may not differ greatly from those of my male coworkers. I want to be confident that if I step away from my belongings, they will still be there when … Continue reading Great Expectations: A Personal Perspective on Safety and Security in the Era of Coworking →

How the Value of the Short Break Is Misunderstood

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Marcie Wiehagen — February 13, 2017 — February 13, 2017 Back on the second business day in January, I overheard a conversation between two accounting people about how deserted the office was during the holidays. The line that resonated was “there certainly weren’t any marketing people in the office!” Ouch! That is made even worse … Continue reading How the Value of the Short Break Is Misunderstood →

CMOs In Pajamas: Could You Lead a Marketing Department Remotely?

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Mark Miller — February 9, 2017 Follow @MMtwopointfive— February 9, 2017 Find a job you’re excited to come to every day. Technology and the nature of modern business are rapidly expanding the traditional workplace far beyond cubicles and office buildings. Remote marketing staffing and team members that contribute their productivity and expertise away from a … Continue reading CMOs In Pajamas: Could You Lead a Marketing Department Remotely? →

How To: Work Proactively on a Team While Working Remotely

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Leigh Marcos — February 3, 2017 — February 3, 2017 Being a remote worker is not for everyone. It is simply not possible for everyone to work alone yet also be part of a team. This kind of work requires inner strength and concentration mixed with an open communicative style. It can often need multitasking … Continue reading How To: Work Proactively on a Team While Working Remotely →

3 Top-Dog Management Tips for Work and Home

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Sylvania Tse — January 25, 2017 — January 25, 2017 As a new dog owner, fending off my puppy’s nips and calming her barks has led to me scouring Google for training tips. In turning these insights into practice with Bailey, I’m reminded of advice I’ve heard for human teams – which has reminded me … Continue reading 3 Top-Dog Management Tips for Work and Home →