Practical Practice Management Blog

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...

Many times staff members become disillusioned with their managers because they do not want to connect with them. At times, managers will...

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...

When consulting with medical practices I am always surprised how difficult it is for physicians to find a quality office manager. An...

“The most important single ingredient in the formula of success is knowing how to get along with people.” ~ Theodore Roosevelt, American...

ENLARGING: Adding value to teammates is invaluable. “The purpose of life is not to win. The purpose of life is to grow and to share. When...

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...

“If you really want to do something, you’ll find a way. If you don’t, you’ll find an excuse.” This saying is so true.  I work a lot with...

“The majority of men meet with failure because of their lack of persistence in creating new plans to take the place of those which fail.”...

Are you continually trying to improve and learn more about the industry you are currently working in? If so, you just may find yourself...

Most conversations are not speaker to listener. They end up being speaker to speaker. People talk at each other, reacting immediately to...