Tom LaForce

Avert Disaster: Prepare to Lose Your Job

There are plenty of factors that might result in a pink slip. Most are out of your control. Being ready is something you do control.

It’s not what you say, but how you say it. This is twice as true on the telephone. Are you using your vocal tools to create a positive impression?

If you want more in your life, do you know how much more would satisfy your need? It’s time to figure out when you’ve had enough.

Before undertaking any training initiative, managers need to try it out first.

If your training strategy boils down to “Use the free seminars offered by our EAP,” it might be time to put more thought into your strategy.

The data you need to improve your productivity and customer satisfaction are out there. Are you collecting and using it?

Do you know what you are contributing to create your ideal workplace?

You might think you can pretend to listen. You’re going to get caught.

How many assumptions are fueling your beliefs and behaviors? Take the time to confirm at least a few of them.