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The end of the year, we celebrate holidays of several faiths. We also celebrate the end of one year and the coming of the next. It is a time when approaching deadlines compete with the distractions of the seasons, a time when you need the most out of your employees and they are the most distracted.

Unless you are in retail or hospitality, recognize you aren't going to get maximum productivity out of your employees at this time of the year and focus instead on keeping them motivated so you can get the most you can.

Acknowledge the holidays, celebrate the successes of the past year, try to get as much production as you can without becoming a scrooge, and remember that even a scrooge's workers respond better to the carrot than the stick.

Naughty And Nice Employees - Which Are You

Like everyone else, bosses make up naughty and nice lists at this time of year. The employees on the nice list get the best "presents": the best assignments, most promotions, biggest raises, etc. Those on the naughty list get the other jobs and assignments. To see where you fit. ... Read more

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Managing the Holiday Season

Does it seem like everyone around you is getting into the Holidays, but you are too busy to join in? Do you feel like you are the only one doing any work anymore. Would you like some help getting through the Holiday season? ... Read more

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Surviving The Office Party

The annual office holiday party is more "office" than "party". Your career needs you to act accordingly. To avoid making a CLM at the event.... Read more

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Before You Buy Business Gifts

To give gifts that are well received and memorable, and avoid giving gifts that offend, here is what you need to know... Read more

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