by Misti Burmeister | Jul 15, 2011 | Leadership |
There’s an interesting paradox that plagues our workforce: Professionals want to be given opportunities to grow, and leaders want driven team members who step up and make themselves indispensible. Yet, we keep hearing, “Why don’t they see how hard...
by Misti Burmeister | Jun 28, 2011 | Leadership |
Two days before moving in, I walked through my new apartment with my leasing agent, Jennifer. With the stress of moving, my anxiety and attention to detail (OK, my OCD) were escalated. I immediately noticed dirt and water all over the hardwood floors. I swiped my...
by Misti Burmeister | Jun 15, 2011 | Leadership |
Originally published by Zig Ziglar: https://www.ziglar.com/newsletter/?p=1143 For years, leaders have been scratching their heads, wondering what to do with this new generation of high-maintenance workers – with their high expectations (and high...
by Misti Burmeister | May 26, 2011 | Leadership |
After a recent workout, I stopped in to say “hello” to Rick, the sales manager at my gym. I found him agonizing over whether to fire one of his salesmen, Keith. I was stunned. Keith signed me up. He takes care of any customer’s complaint, whether...
