 |   Win One of Greg's Wooden Cutting Boards
In addition to running my business, I have been a woodworker for over 30 years. Today, I am giving away two of my handmade cutting boards if you can guess the name of my first book. All the correct submissions will be entered into a random drawing. Click here if you know the name of my first book.
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 Heather Matthews -- Solutions Consultant
Heather is our newest staff member recently joining Chart Your Course International. She brings a wealth of management experience and life-long interest in human connections and human behavior. She has a BA in Psychology from Mars Hill College in NC. She served as an internal Customer Feedback Liaison and an Executive Assistant to the EVP at a major pharmaceutical company. She's also worked as an office manager for a local nonprofit. She currently serves in the role of Special Needs Advisory Committee representative and is active in the local TEACCH Autism Program. She is the proud mom to her delightful 7-year old, Eliza.
Key responsibilities: - Customer Relations
- Setting up IDS accounts
- Marketing
- Assessments
- DISC Certification Training Advisor
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| The Cloud Is Changing Human Capital Management |
 Businesses often struggle with workforce operations no matter their size. Incorporating more cloud-based and mobile technologies will help to fine-tune their organization and ease the challenges they face. Companies have the option to customize the technology so that it fits with their culture and HR department. The Benefits of the Cloud Rather than the typical reporting of attendance and scheduling, the cloud will allow companies to focus on predictive modeling. This means that businesses will utilize the correct number of employees that are the best fit for their roles and ultimately at a lower cost. In the future, the advanced workplace management solutions will allow for changes to individuals and teams that will provide greater customer satisfaction. The performance levels of employees will be utilized to their fullest potential. Stay Current In order for organizations to be successful with the cloud being part of the human capital management, they need to be current on the latest technology. It seems that technology evolves so quickly, but a company that works to stay up to date will succeed with this workplace shift. Cloud-based technology allows employees to pursue new skills and what interests them most by growing their skills and ultimately bringing value to their business and customers. Workplace Changes The more we see a shift from hosting and management of application away from a company's IT department, the more customers seem to upgrade their systems. These changes within the workplace benefit us all. Also, allowing employees the flexibility to work from anywhere is another great shift because of mobile technology. Companies are able to make better staffing choices, save money and avoid some of the red tape that goes along with the hiring process. Truly, the cloud and mobile technology have changed human capital management. The shift has happened and continues to evolve. Businesses will see successes follow as they work to learn how this can apply in their workplace dynamics. Every company has their own culture but staying current with the trends will ensure that they stay cutting edge against their competition.
~ Written for us by our associate Gary Sorrell, Sorrell Associates, LLC. Copyright protected. All rights reserved |
 Simply asking more of people helps them to rise up to any occasion. What if you could achieve more for your business just by asking more of your team? People are often flattered when asked to do something different or new. Asking the big and small questions, you will see your team and business enjoy success and thrive overall. Ask for More Think about how you can ask more of your staff. Shying away from asking them to take on challenges and big situations, you limit their growth and potential. By asking them to achieve, you empower them to do just that and they feel more significant too. Ways to Ask Big You will get further when you ask your team to assist with the big stuff. - Ask them to do what they enjoy most.
- Ask them to use their skills and strengths.
- Ask them to do things that go along with their vision, morals, and values.
- Ask them to suggest ways they can assist.
- Ask them to stretch their wings and take the plunge to try new things.
- Ask them to think outside the box.
You have not because you ask not. Therefore, it's time to start asking big. 10 Ways to Have Confidence and Ask Big - Seek out those who want to contribute.
- Be forthright and simply ask rather than skirt the issue.
- Give of yourself to others.
- Connect with people before you ask something of them.
- Let them have a chance to think your request over and resist the urge to fill space with words. Give them a chance to answer you.
- Take a poll and ask who would be interested in working on projects.
- Take steps to ask for smaller things before you ask big.
- Give people an out so that the "ask" is not actually an insisting situation.
- Accept people that say yes to your "ask," even if they may not be the best fit. It could be an opportunity for growth.
- Ask for suggestions when you ask someone to try something new.
Feel free to ask big of your team. Most likely, they will rise to the occasion if given the chance. Then watch the growth within your business and the dynamic solutions that are the result of asking big. v ~ Written for us by our associate Gary Sorrell, Sorrell Associates, LLC. Copyright protected. All rights reserved |
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Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Training & Certification Contact us about non-profit, education and military/government discounts. Call or email us for more information. 800-821-2487800-821-2487 FREE or 770-860-9464770-860-9464 |
"Greg's DISC certification class was one of the best I have attended. Greg is skilled at engaging the class, providing information in a helpful manner, and giving individuals the direction they need to feel competent and comfortable administering the DISC. As a result of Greg's class, I am looking forward to using the DISC in my organization's professional and leadership development initiatives. I highly recommend Greg as an instructor!"
Rhonda Sutton, Ph.D., LPC, LPCS, NCC
Director of College Leadership Programs
North Carolina State University |
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