Dear Karen,
Summer creates an annual problem for me. It’s difficult to have vacationing employees’ tasks done correctly by someone filling in for them. But the work has to be done. Do you have any ideas for dealing with this?
Amanda, PA
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We are in the process of restructuring and writing new job descriptions. Would you be able to provide any guidance in this area? Especially regarding core competencies? Thank you.
Linda, PA
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I found your last two newsletters on writing a written warning very helpful. Would you clarify when it’s appropriate to use a written warning vs. giving a verbal warning?
Paul, PA
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Would you please provide me with some tips for writing a written warning? I’ve found samples on-line but they don’t always fit my needs.
Jordan, PA
Dear Jordan,
As I mentioned last month, there are two elements to writing a good written warning: layout and content. This month I will concentrate on including effective content in your memo.
Read moreKaren,
Would you please provide me with some tips for writing a written warning? I’ve found samples on-line but they don’t always fit my needs.
Jordan, PA
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I enjoyed your newsletter on being a control freak*. Would you consider doing one on perfectionists (of which I am one) and needing to let go of things at a certain point?
Barb, PA
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Someone recently told me that I’m a control-freak. I don’t want to be one. Please help!
Maryann,PA
Read moreDear Karen,
I have an employee who does tasks for both me and another person in the company. Lately both of us have been dissatisfied with her performance. Frequently, I think that she is working on a project for me and later find out it has not been started. My coworker has been having similar issues. What can we do?
Karen,
I have an incredible staff. They are bright, ethical, and hard working. My biggest challenge is to keep the excitement up and the momentum rolling. Can you give me some ideas?
Amy, PA
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The temptation of social media, internet, and texting limits the productivity of some people. How can I keep people centered and concentrating on their work and not their personal matters?
Marty, PA
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