Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

Overall, I am very satisfied with my job at the company. My manager clearly defines my job responsibilities. My manager/supervisor encourages high achievement by reducing the fear of failure. My manager/supervisor takes responsibility for shaping the attitudes and relationships within our department.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2010

Its best to coach when a new procedure is introduced, a job is changed, and/or a skill gap is identified. What resources do you need to get the job done? Think how powerful it can be to include all your employees in problem solving and to use all the approaches! What impact is this going to have on you?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

MARCH 21, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. What impact is this going to have on you?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2010

Posted by Eric Jacobson at 8:10 PM Labels: Books For Managers , Change Management , Customer Feedback , Customer Service , General Management Skills , Strategic Planning 1 comments: Maths private tutor said. What resources do you need to get the job done? What impact is this going to have on you?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2010

Sunday, November 28, 2010 4 Quick Tips For How To Lead More Effectively Roger Fulton’s book, Common Sense Management , offers these quick tips for how to be an effective leader: • Don’t Blame Others – When in a position of power, everything that occurs is your responsibility, even the errors.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 31, 2010

So, dont underestimate the power of a verbal "thank you" for a job well done! What resources do you need to get the job done? As an employees leader, you are likely the most important person to them in the workplace. Their knowing you appreciate their hard work and success is critical to keeping them motivated and engaged.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 20, 2011

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. What impact is this going to have on you?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. What impact is this going to have on you?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 22, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 7, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 24, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. What impact is this going to have on you?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. What impact is this going to have on you?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. What impact is this going to have on you?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 29, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 21, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 17, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JANUARY 16, 2011

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. What impact is this going to have on you?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 1, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 11, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. What impact is this going to have on you?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2010

To solve problems in one easy step — because a survey is a means to an end, not an end in itself. What resources do you need to get the job done? Think how powerful it can be to include all your employees in problem solving and to use all the approaches! Kador and Armstrong caution leaders to NOT do employee surveys: 1.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2010

At the same time, leaders continue to struggle with one of their toughest jobs, developing and articulating their overall strategy and priorities, especially during times of change." What resources do you need to get the job done? What impact is this going to have on you? Then, use the web and social networking for research.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 30, 2010

View every problem as an opportunity to grow 17. Use job descriptions 55. What resources do you need to get the job done? Celebrate your employees successes, not your own 12. Err on the side of taking action 13. Communicate clearly and often 14. Be visible 15. Eliminate the cause of a mistake 16. Be decisive 20.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 24, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. What impact is this going to have on you?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 14, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 8, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. What impact is this going to have on you?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 5, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 25, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 12, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 6, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 5, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. What impact is this going to have on you?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. What impact is this going to have on you?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

JULY 12, 2010

View every problem as an opportunity to grow. What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

AUGUST 4, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2010

What resources do you need to get the job done? How To Be An Expert Listener * Look at the speaker * Ask questions to clarify * Repeat for clarity * Nod, smile * Dont interrupt * Help the speaker stay on topic Note From Eric In my Blog Ill use the words manager and leader. What impact is this going to have on you?

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