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Boasting, Modesty and Honesty: November 2008; I don't like boastfulness. The reason I don't like it is that I value integrity above all things, and when a person boasts they are not acting with integrity or authenticity...; Download full pdf Boasting, Modesty and Honesty
10 Fundamental Principles of Managing People: October 2008; When I start a coaching programme I ask my client how they would like to benefit from the coaching programme. Often they answer by saying that they'd like to improve their skill and ability in managing people. As "managing people" is a very broad subject, to help break this request down into bit-sized chunks...; Download full pdf 10 Fundamental Principles of Managing People
The Stupid Company: October 2008; When I'm working away from home, for many years now I have chosen to stay in hotels toward the budget end of the market – Travelodge, Premier Inn, Innkeepers Lodge and the like. For me the lower price is just a bonus, because a good night's sleep is the main reason why I choose these hotels rather than others further up the price ladder. Why? Because the beds are comfortable, the windows open, and the heating can be turned off. Now I'm not adverse to a bit of luxury, but flashy decor is never…; Download full pdf The Stupid Company
Delegation: The Manager's Swiss Army Knife: October 2008; Everyone's familiar with the Swiss Army knife, the multi-purpose tool used by lovers of the outdoors and boys - before they discover computers. Not just a knife but a screw driver, scissors, files enabling it to perform multiple tasks...; Download full pdf Delegation: The Manager's Swiss Army Knife
Will Cutting Costs Save Your Business?: October 2008; Today’s economy is a harder place to do business than we’ve known for a few years. Whilst for some sectors it’s business as usual, for others an economic slowdown is here and now, and still more are tightening their belts just in case. Chris Baxter is on hand to offer advice that will ensure you prosper in these tougher times…; Download full pdf Will Cutting Costs Save Your Business?