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Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 6, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?
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Build These Leadership Skills
Eric Jacobsen Blog
APRIL 12, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO).
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Play Team Sports To Build Leadership Skills
Eric Jacobsen Blog
MAY 25, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Be An Effective Team Member.
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Build A Strong Team. Be An Effective Team Member.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
MAY 17, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Monday, May 17, 2010 Build A Strong Team. Be An Effective Team Member.
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How to Get More Donations in 5 Minutes or Less
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MAY 26, 2021
Pet Resource Center of Kansas City chose a photo of a child and their cat to reiterate their case for support. Asking donors to tell you about themselves after they’ve made their first gift is a great way to learn more about them and start building a relationship with them. There are always exceptions! Like what you see?
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How To Create A "Best Places To Work" Company
Eric Jacobsen Blog
SEPTEMBER 26, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). You can learn more about how to do that in his latest book, Re-Engage.
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Top Five Factors That Drive Employee Loyalty
Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 30, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Employee pay often is not the most important driver for employee retention.
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Never Say These Words To A Customer
Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 4, 2010
-- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Wednesday, August 4, 2010 Never Say These Words To A Customer Author Harvey MacKay wrote the following spot-on advice in his recent column in the Kansas City Business Journal.
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Ask Your Customers To Help You Write Your Strategic Plan
Eric Jacobsen Blog
DECEMBER 14, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO).
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Eric Jacobsen Blog
OCTOBER 17, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO).
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Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 29, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?
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How To Write An Employee Satisfaction And Engagement Survey
Eric Jacobsen Blog
NOVEMBER 19, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Armstrong’s book, Perfect Phrases for Writing Employee Surveys.
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"Great Places To Work" Employee Perks
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JANUARY 20, 2011
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO).
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5 Tips For Generating Ideas From Employees
Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 22, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Encourage everyone to offer new combinations and improvements of old ideas.
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Are You Doing All You Can To Retain Your Employees?
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JANUARY 4, 2011
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Tuesday, January 4, 2011 Are You Doing All You Can To Retain Your Employees?
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Eric Jacobsen Blog
DECEMBER 1, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). based in Overland Park, KS.
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Resolve To Find A Mentor In 2011
Eric Jacobsen Blog
DECEMBER 24, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). So, decide today to secure a mentor who will work with you during 2011.
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Lots Of Lessons From Post-it Notes
Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 21, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Enjoy the history of those yellow squares. Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?
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Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 7, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?
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How Will You Be Remembered As A Leader?
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JUNE 8, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Tuesday, June 8, 2010 How Will You Be Remembered As A Leader?
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Eric Jacobsen Blog
SEPTEMBER 7, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Of all the things youve told me, what is the top thing that caused you to resign?
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Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 8, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?
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Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?
Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 11, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Wednesday, August 11, 2010 Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books? The answer is yes.
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Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 18, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). That knowledge builds greater mutual respect, which is vital to a teams success.
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Don't Hire Someone Just Like You
Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 24, 2010
. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Tuesday, August 24, 2010 Dont Hire Someone Just Like You Despite the temptation to hire someone like yourself, hire someone to complement your skills --not to duplicate your skills.
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Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 14, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?
Make An Impact With Your Words Of Thanks
Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 31, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?
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Four Tips And Observations For Leaders
Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 5, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Then, route the report back to the applicable employee.
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Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 17, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Tuesday, August 17, 2010 Know When To Change Your Decision Leaders make decisions.
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How To Write A Business Plan In About One Hour
Eric Jacobsen Blog
NOVEMBER 7, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). The plan will include six essential elements : 1.Vision Objectives 5.Strategies
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Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 1, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?
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Eric Jacobsen Blog
NOVEMBER 20, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Saturday, November 20, 2010 Give Positive Feedback. Dont Praise.
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Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 12, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Youll get great collaboration without a meeting!
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When To Coach And When To Counsel
Eric Jacobsen Blog
OCTOBER 3, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Generally, coaching should precede counseling.
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Mix Praise With Constructive Feedback
Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 25, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Do You Really Need To Read Leadership Books?
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Eric Jacobsen Blog
DECEMBER 5, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO).
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Reach Communications & Leadership Expert David Grossman Via His.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JANUARY 15, 2011
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO).
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What's The First Leadership Book You Would Give To A New Manager?
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JUNE 23, 2010
. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Earlier this year, various discussion groups on the social media site LinkedIn helped me build a list of favorite leadership books.
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Eric Jacobsen Blog
JUNE 2, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). My complete book review is on my Kansas City Leadership Examiner.com page.
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Let Employees Learn From Their Mistakes
Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 3, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO). Tuesday, August 3, 2010 Let Employees Learn From Their Mistakes Mistakes happen.
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Eric Jacobsen Blog
DECEMBER 12, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO).
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How To Improve Your Internal Communication Skills
Eric Jacobsen Blog
SEPTEMBER 18, 2010
What youll read is primarily based on what Ive learned from a variety of mentors, co-workers and supervisors over the past 30 years. -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO).
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