Practical Practice Management Blog

I think most people love having fun, it makes us feel great and uplifted.  There have been many studies done to prove that humor is very...

So often we forget that we are accountable for what we say and do.  I hear colleagues say things and make promises with the intention of...

COMMUNICATION “Without it you travel alone.” When you have multiple relationships in the workplace there are a few easy rules that can be...

Today was an interesting day.  I had to make contact with a patient that was dissatisfied with our medical practice and release him from...

Yesterday I received a message from my Aunt who was sitting in a physician’s office waiting for her appointment.  She said that while she...

There are two common time wasters in the work place.  Those who are procrastinators and those who are perfectionists.  For those of us...

If you work with people you are in the people service business.  Whether it is customers, patients, clients or coworkers that you work...

When you talk to people about their job you will usually hear one of two things; “I love my job or I hate my job.”  There are times when...

This past long weekend I spent several hours watching videos on Leadership that I had been wanting to watch and was waiting for some...

I really enjoy making the time to read and have found reading quality, motivational, inspirational and sensational books over the last...

Is your job predominantly to interact with customers? If so, there are a few key thoughts that are necessary to keep in the forefront of...

Employees who value those they work with and for are like rare jewels and a lucky find.  These employees seem to be able see the big...

As a manager or business owner it is important to respond to employees as soon as possible when they have questions, concerns or...

To be appreciated is the greatest gift of all. Today, take the time to tell others that you appreciate them. Here are a few examples of...

I wrote this post back in 2013, but feel it is one that is worth reposting.  In my consulting practice this is one of the most common...

One of my favorite authors is John Maxwell. One of my favorite quotes of his is, “People may hear your words, but they feel your attitude...

As a business owner or manager have you ever asked your employees what they like most about their job and why? Do you know if they are...

This week’s posts are about the importance to team work and how we can become a better team player at work.  I have put together a few of...

Yesterday’s blog post was about the importance of “adaptability” as a team member at work.  Today we are going to look at the importance...

To improve a work team you need to improve the individuals on the team.  Since you are in control only of yourself, developing a better...