Category Archives: Team Culture

Google’s Rules

Posted on August 11, 2020 by thebossdoctor

RULE #5 – Be a good communicator and listen to your team “Be a good communicator” is another one of those “duh” items on the list—it’s obvious to anyone with even a modicum of management experience.  In fact, I’m guessing … Continue reading →

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Google’s Rules

Posted on August 5, 2020 by thebossdoctor

RULE #4 – Don’t be a sissy: Be productive and results-oriented It should go without saying (but here goes anyway!)—Success in work is not simply about activity (just putting in time); it’s all about productivity (getting results).  An essential part … Continue reading →

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Google’s Rules

Posted on July 29, 2020 by thebossdoctor

RULE #3 – Express interest in team members’ success and personal well-being Many leadership pundits emphasize the importance of making personal connections with one’s subordinates.  Suggestions for doing so range from “be yourself” to “treat subordinates fairly” (we all know … Continue reading →

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Can We Talk???

Posted on June 4, 2020 by thebossdoctor

The ability to communicate effectively is routinely designated in HR circles as a “soft skill.”  It’s a bit misleading.  In my many years as an executive coach and leadership consultant, I have concluded that soft skills are absolutely essential for … Continue reading →

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Collaborate… and WIN!

Posted on May 12, 2020 by thebossdoctor

If you have even a modicum of experience on the job you understand how work teams can differ significantly from one another.  Those differences are encountered (and experienced very personally!) in the fundamental ways that team members interact with one … Continue reading →

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