When you keep getting asked to do more with less, productivity is a hot topic these days. We are trying to “do it all” by balancing a demanding job, mentoring others, and most likely some continuing education (you’re here, aren’t you?). Despite all of our attention to all of the tasks in our professional life – we never feel caught up. What if we could get caught up and increase productivity by letting go of some of the tasks on that to do list?
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The trope in management is that it is “lonely at the top”. Whether you are an entry level manager or a top executive, you will feel the isolation to some degree. Making and keeping friends when you also lead them has many issues. Here are some of the hidden reasons behind these friendship challenges.
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