There is no one sure-fire method for getting and staying organized. Each person needs to find his or her own system that works within his or her comfort levels, job responsibilities and work environment. With that in mind, do you ever feel like you have lists for your lists? Does your to-do list keep you… Read More
Author: Barbara Sulik
Leadership Tips I Learned from My Dad
Last month, I shared the life lessons and leadership tips I learned from my mom. In honor of Father’s Day, it is time to review the life leadership lessons I learned from my dad. Here are the top four life lessons my dad taught me: 1. Don’t Define Yourself by Your Work. If you ask… Read More
It Turns Out Mom was Right: Leadership Qualities to Live By
My mom Mary is a great woman. She harped instilled many life lessons that I have carried with me into my adult life. While I can remember rolling my eyes at her on more than one occasion, as it turns out, she was right. Here are the top four leadership qualities & life lessons my… Read More
The Greatest Compliment a Manager Can Receive
This year I was fortunate enough to receive the greatest compliment a manager can receive. When conducting a performance review, an employee said, “There are no surprises.” The review contained a mixture of things the employee was doing well and some things that needed improvement. It also contained a list of goals for the upcoming… Read More
Setting Customer Expectations: Does Your Policy Always Make Sense?
There is a local restaurant that offers a great sushi happy hour. The sushi is fresh and made upon order. The service is prompt and attentive. The prices are beyond reasonable, especially considering the variety offered. I have been there many times, with various people. Last week, on yet another cold day, we decided to… Read More
10 Ways to Help Develop Employees
I firmly believe that the #1 item on every manager’s to-do list should be to develop your people. The greatest success you have as a manager is your employees growing, succeeding, taking on new responsibilities and getting promoted. Your employees are an extension of you and the company you work for or own. How they… Read More
Add Green to Your Wallet While Putting on the Green: Tips to Participating in a Successful Golf Outing
Are you hesitant to sign up for your first business-related golf outing? Or, have you ever declined an invitation to an outing in the past because you didn’t think you were ‘good’ enough to play in a formal setting? If this describes how you have felt, you may be surprised when you arrive at your… Read More
Why Running Your Own Business is Like Participating in a LLLOOONNNGGG race.
You may remember my previous post about Bucket Lists and Leap Lists. 2014 is the year I am tackling my #1 Bucket List item. On November 1, 2014 I will be swimming 2.4 miles, biking 112 miles, and running 26.2 miles. Consecutively. And, in less than 17 hours, if I want to officially finish the… Read More
Your 2014 Mantra
Happy New Year! The start of the New Year is a great time to reflect on where you have been and where you would like to go. What themes do you want to resonate throughout 2014 in your professional or personal life? What concepts will keep you centered and focused? Take a few minutes to… Read More
Be Positive: What’s In It for Them?
I am the leader of a six-person technology Help Team that averages 700 calls per week and an additional 400 emails. We have thousands of unique callers asking both routine and out-of-the-box questions. The guideline that we are working on when assisting customers is: Be Positive: WIFT. What does WIFT mean? What’s In It for… Read More
5 Tips to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain
The holiday season is fast approaching. Amongst all the fun events, parties, and celebrations, there will be many food and beverage temptations. While I am in full support of indulging in your favorite cookie or a holiday toast, I also know how good it feels to start the New Year already on the right… Read More
Do You WANT It or NEED It?
I come from good shopping genes. Finding a great deal probably ranks in the top five “I LOVE MY LIFE” moments in the Sulik household. However, even good deals can add up to unnecessary spending. Online shopping has further complicated the accessibility and sometimes obsession, with having more. While I consider myself rather budget conscience… Read More