Posted on March 26, 2007 by diannegubin
IS YOUR DATA SECURE?
Information is one of your most valuable assets. What steps can you take to keep your data safe?
Corporations
Put someone in charge to implement controls.
Create information security policies with written guidelines for employees.
Change passwords frequently.
Make sure data back-ups are done regularly, preferably daily.
Conduct periodic risk assessments to determine potential vulnerability.
Make security processes fun [...]
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Posted on March 19, 2007 by diannegubin
THE POWER OF ORGANIZING
Is there a stagnant pile of papers, files, articles, notebooks, business cards, magazines and other unfinished business on your desk?
Material objects have an energy. Clearing clutter will open your space both physically and mentally.
Studies show that a cluttered workspace can prevent you from being productive, while clear areas allow your mind to [...]
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Posted on March 12, 2007 by diannegubin
MANAGING UP – MANAGING YOUR MANAGER
Everybody reports to somebody. How can you best work with your manager to achieve the best business objectives?
Communicate often. Kee your manager in your loop.
Be aware of your manager’s style and how he/she likes to receive information.
Keep your manager updated regularly on project status.
Know when to best discuss issues regarding [...]
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Posted on March 6, 2007 by diannegubin
MICROMANAGED?
Everyone cringes at the idea of working for a micromanager. What does this mean?
Micromanagers pay excessive attention to minor details. In practice, this means managing at a level far lower and more detailed than necessary or appropriate.
Micromanagers think they are just doing their job. If you are feeling micromanaged, consider why.
Does you manager feel confident in [...]
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