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Are we managing like JERKS?

Berkonomics

Of course, it may be appropriate to explain your reasoning, or ask what part of the instruction is confusing. Email readers, continue here…] Before issuing any kind of order to perform a task, think of how this might be interpreted by the person receiving the order. Here’s a clue…. It sure gets your attention. .

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How good a leader are you?

Berkonomics

We can invent lots of metrics to measure progress for a leader, including revenue, profit, employee satisfaction, cost containment, percentage of available market, and more. Email readers, continue here…] More importantly, what if you as a leader haven’t a stated goal for your enterprise? What is your leadership end game goal?

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Could you be your company’s bottleneck?

Berkonomics

Common to all bottlenecks are three factors: [Email readers, continue here…] . Of course, you could fit that definition. The effect of your action is magnified several-fold at the output stage of your business, leading to increased customer satisfaction and increased profits. The three common factors making a bottleneck.

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A simple test: “Are we managing like jerks?”

Berkonomics

Of course it may be appropriate to explain your reasoning, or ask what part of the instruction is confusing. Email readers, continue here…] Did your proposed order pass the jerk test? Will the requested outcome advance any of your goals – or just provide an increment of satisfaction?

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10 Keys To A Credible and Trusted Internet Web Domain

Startup Professionals Musings

Of course, too many or obnoxious advertisements are especially harmful to a site’s credibility. Be consistent is their application, and provide contact information for both phone and email access. Follow-up for customer satisfaction. Add a modest advertising presence. Join relevant business associations.

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8 Aspects Of Team Well-Being Drive Business Results

Startup Professionals Musings

Of course, you as the business leader have a key role in making all this happen. It is your responsibility to facilitate regular communication between team members and all constituents via all channels, including social media, email, and video. Occupational satisfaction. Social interactions. Spiritual connections.

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How do you measure your effectiveness as a leader?

Berkonomics

We can invent lots of metrics to measure progress for a leader, including revenue, profit, employee satisfaction, cost containment, percentage of available market, and more. Email readers, continue here…] I prefer a financial goal, such as “achieve $20 million in revenue within five years.”

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