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Author Archives: Nate

What Makes a Remarkable Employee?

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Employee performance is an ongoing issue for all employers, and I have the good fortune of helping companies show their appreciation for remarkable performance every day.  And, I know of a local performance consulting and training company who specializes in building remarkable employees.  So I was excited when I ran across this article, 8 Qualities [...]

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The Three D’s of Engagement

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Engagement is about having a personal, meaningful relationship that inspires others to give their discretionary effort, attention, and resources.  Yes, employers want it from their employees.  And, it goes far beyond that.  I want it from my wife, my business partners, my friends.  As a company, we want engagement from our clients. What does it [...]

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When a Question isn’t Question

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“Why is your report late?” “Are you really going to wear that to the party?” “Shouldn’t we give her another chance?” “What, exactly, do you mean?” Don’t you just love loaded, indirect questions?  Even the way I worded this question is loaded…because I’ve already decided the “right” answer is YES.

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Increase Accountability. Be a Closer.

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In my blog titled “Taking People at Face Value,” I urged you to respond to what was right in front of you as a way to ensure the best possible communication.  Now, I’m taking it one step further – to the challenge of accountability. Accountability is about follow through.  Doing what you say you will [...]

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Authenticity: Are You Sitting Down on the Job?

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Most people have a limited view of what it means to be authentic. “Being true to myself” seems to be the most common definition I hear.  What does that even mean?  Following your values?  Terrific (if you are in a Persister Phase).  Meeting your psychological needs in healthy ways?  Even better. Finding ways to use [...]

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