Interviews Should Be Torture

“I get nervous during interviews.”  “She’s a great employee, she just doesn’t do well in interviews.”  “He knows his stuff, he just gets worked up

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Motivation is Simple

Motivation is simple. You eliminate those who are not motivated. – Lou HoltzToo harsh?  Need to think about it?  Dead on accurate? Some will tell

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Service Zombies Are Not World Class

Scripting, behavior standards, commitment statements, kick-off parties complete with balloons and confetti.  All of these help launch service excellence programs, but what sustains them?  How

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Losing Your Focus

“No problem, I can handle it.”  “I’ll volunteer.”  “I’d be happy to help.”  “Saying no just doesn’t cut it around here.”Ever said these phrases?  If

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I’m Out of Control

So this weekend I’m going through a unique experience.  I’m not the one in control. I’m not the one making the decisions, or allocating resources,

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