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E-learning is becoming more important, especially for further training in companies. Inexpensive online learning, preferably with VR elements, is particularly helpful when training new employees. Use e-learning and virtual reality to train new employees A comprehensive and intensive training lays the foundation for the successful start of new employees in the company and is supported by various training courses over the course of…
Training and coaching executives poses particular challenges for trainers: Because the participants sitting in front of you already have a lot of experience and are used to setting the tone. How can you convey content to such people? Further training - knowledge transfer or know-how update? Seminars with experienced executives are always an interesting and exciting…
A CEO, managing director, director or company director is under constant observation today. Every “unfortunate” statement gets into all the media in no time at all. If the reputation of a leader suffers, that of the entire company quickly suffers as well. The CEO – face of the company The strong personalization of companies is the phenomenon of our time. You want to know who is behind a company.…
The Saarland cannot be compared to the rest of Germany. You hear that phrase more often. Most recently after the state election. However, this sentence also applies to the Saar labor market. What makes Saarland so special? The Saarland, which is still young as a political region, has a checkered history behind it and its affiliation with Germany historically…
Quite a few companies try extremely hard to win new customers with sophisticated strategies. The conclusion counts at all costs. Once the fish or the customer is on the hook, no one cares anymore - the deal is done. The wrong strategy. Conclusion lust vs. contract with rights and obligations In many companies,…
Good leadership is often also related to personality development? But what should good leadership look like in the future, how can it be learned and improved? The very own tasks of managers It is clear that managers are already under great pressure to do justice to the many tasks that are assigned to them. How to help them?…
08In good times, it's easy to talk and write about meaning. When nerves are on edge in difficult times, it shows who is serious about it and for whom corporate ethics is just pure marketing communication. Crisis as an opportunity is not well received Declaring crises as opportunities may be correct in terms of content, but it happens to people...
When it comes to job references, many HR managers groan. It has to be legally secure, benevolently formulated and yet truthful. Behind this are lengthy processes. Automation can help. Job reference: Help wanted! 60 percent of HR employees and 47 percent of managers in large German companies would like more help with drawing up references. This is shown by current studies. No wonder, considering the high…
If you want to motivate a team, you don't just have to drive them to work, you have to give them a goal. Just do it like the little prince. But is it really the manager's job to motivate their employees? As the little prince is often quoted, the saying of de Saint-Exupéry, father of the little…
Senseless conflicts paralyze productive and creative work. This is how de-escalation strategies can turn enemies into friends. Break apart - what do politics and working life have to do with each other? I recently read “Disaffect yourselves” as a call. However, what was meant in this context for major world politics can also be transferred just as well to the microclimate in the workplace. Because…
"You just need to do more networking!" This tip is heard by many who are stuck in their careers or are stagnating in business. At a time when more and more people are competing for the same thing, targeted relationship maintenance is a decisive factor for success. 1. You always meet twice in life The career of a successful professional takes…
For companies, innovation means trying new things. But new things are also error-prone. Dealing with mistakes is therefore crucial for a successful and innovative future. So companies need an error culture. Mistakes have consequences Mistakes are bad! Even as children, everyone learned: They have consequences, usually an immediate "punishment", but above all negative ones...
Being nice actually helps in all situations in life. But it has to be real: the better you know each other and recognize whether niceness is fake or genuine. Leader – soft or dominant? There is certainly a closer and more long-term relationship between bosses and their employees than at the counter, with the doctor or with the judge. It's a dilemma.…
What does a good manager have to be able to do today and in the future? An overview. Leadership today, leadership tomorrow: where are we? An assessment of where we stand The role of a manager has changed significantly in recent years as the speed of change and complexity in the business world has continued to increase. As a result, managers face new challenges and...
Whether you call it the point of sales or, more poetically, the place of truth: the success of a company is decided in sales. If sales falter, this does not necessarily have to be due to sales. Find out here which measures help in which cases. Good companies also sell in bad times Of course there are successful and less strong sellers...
Appreciation and recognition in our society are very important components of our coexistence in this world. What's behind it? Why is appreciation so important? The meaning of this word appreciation is already in the term itself: I appreciate something or someone as valuable and communicate that I appreciate and appreciate this value. Exactly...
Feel Good Manager is still a relatively new job – and one that has a reputation for being just fun and good for the cuddle factor in the company. An overview of 14 typical tasks. Why a Feel Good Manager? Everyone is talking about Feel Good Management, but unfortunately it is often referred to as a good mood and cuddle course…
Studies say: People who read with focus and concentration are more successful, earn more and live longer. How do busy people like Bill Gates, Barack Obama or Oprah Winfrey find time for regular reading? 7 tips. Waren Buffet's top tip: read 500 pages a day Put aside your excuses to start reading: when successful people have specific…
The world of executives is becoming more and more unstable. The assumption that a company is run on the technocratic model of a trivial machine and that the helmsman “has everything under control” is still widespread, but has long since failed to do justice to reality. Coping with increasing complexity To this day, the requirements profile...
Many young HR professionals want to advance their careers, but are wondering what this should look like. Here are 8 tips for starting a career in HR from the experts. Human resources – a job with a future? HR managers are the terror of many applicants because they know how to negotiate, know all the psychological tricks and decide on their own future. But do you have...
The level of suffering among salespeople and executives varies, especially in middle management. The decisive factor is how often and how intensely pressure turns into stress and at what level it is dealt with. Individual emotions generate different trains of thought and solutions. Strategies for processing (of pressure) Pressure and the associated stress must be counteracted. There are a variety of strategies for…
More and more studies indicate that companies achieve clear financial advantages when they deal extensively with the higher goals and the deeper meaning, i.e. the purpose of their organization. And that has absolutely nothing to do with the usual guiding principles of the past. "Purposeful Organizations" are winners The awareness of values, just like the economy, is in…
Enthusiastic employees are the basis, a decisive basis for not only proclaiming the service concept as a company, but actually living it. So the following applies: First employee enthusiasm and then customer enthusiasm! From now on the employee is king! The established rule still applies in business: the customer is king! And that's how he often behaves: from...
In order to permanently prepare your own company for the "future", a good balance between adaptability and potential development is essential. This succeeds with change management and the right culture of innovation. What ensures future viability? Charles Darwin already knew that the species best able to adapt would be those that survived through evolution. Applied to today's corporate world...
Many professionals feel burned out and empty of meaning. It has long been clear to you that solving the professional crisis requires a new challenge. But there is no brilliant idea and/or the right concept. What goes into a successful working life? It is also often perceived as stressful that they have not been doing what they are supposed to do for a long period of time.
Companies that don't constantly reinvent themselves go under - this is the general opinion in management circles. However, organizations do not have to constantly reinvent themselves, but constantly adapt to become future-proof. Through evolution to success "It is not the strongest of species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but rather those that are most...
If managers communicate clearly and understandably, this relieves the employees. It is just as important for the team to be able to assess how the manager will behave under certain circumstances. What employees expect from managers Whether people are motivated to work or would prefer to resign is primarily determined by the behavior of their direct superiors. This confirms a...
The ability to inspire and positively influence people is a key trait of successful leaders. The right body language is an important aspect. What should managers pay attention to? Body language: particularly important for executives In many places, the opinion still applies: Above all, performance counts. And that's especially true for executives. That appearance and body language are also decisive…
Ego and greed block not only personal development, but also the processing of important information in companies. There are examples that have broken this spiral. The mental coach as a profiler When companies book me as a mental coach for personality development, this task often resembles a profiling of the employees. From my preliminary talk, I usually know which participant…
Many salespeople have a completely wrong image of their customers. Not because they aren't interested in them, but because they've picked up information at some point and trust it blindly. Say goodbye to classic misconceptions and question your truths! Your customers determine the market potential? One of the most popular misconceptions is: The seller…
The most important motivating factor in a company: The employees have to be enthusiastic about their work. Who is responsible for? Now we could say: have to see for yourself how he motivates himself. Also in the company. But that is only partly true. After all, why are there conductors, also called executives in business reality? As a conductor, do you know your...
Beate Pracht and Andrea Eikelmann offer team and burn-out training with animal support as well as llama therapy: Five llamas help seminar participants to relax or improve team skills. In the interview, the two tell how they came up with the unusual idea and what is behind it. Beate Pracht (abbreviation BP) worked as a qualified sports scientist for 15 years in sports and…
Personnel decisions sometimes have to be made more quickly than many employers would like. Instead of lengthy deliberation, the power of intuition helps. HR managers often have to make decisions quickly and under time pressure. Recruiters or managers, especially those who are looking for sought-after specialists who receive numerous offers from employers, cannot take weeks to carefully weigh up all the information.…
Secure income, good pay and lavish pensions: In uncertain times, the civil service attracts many people. How to get started? Dream job civil servant: Why is finding a job so difficult? If you want to find a job that really suits you, you have to make your own personal decision, because there are also values involved. Many…
Interdisciplinary action is a must in companies today. But classic silo structures often prevent this. The solution: a culture manager. Culture managers are more than an extended HR department. Who actually harmonizes the overarching cooperation in the company as a cross-functional networker, climate maker and culture optimizer? The HR department is no longer responsible for this. A new job profile has emerged: The…
Olympic gold medalist Francesco Friedrich shows what is important – in sport, in business, in life: to be mentally fit in order to be able to adapt to different conditions with agility and to win the race at the crucial moment. What the Olympics says about winners February 19, 2018. Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang. After four runs in two-man bobsleigh, two teams…
Hardly a day goes by in companies without meetings. But many run haphazardly. It doesn't have to be, because simple rules can make them more productive. Meeting frustration instead of meeting desire? Meetings have a significant impact on the day-to-day work of managers and employees at all levels. Meetings and communication are becoming increasingly important for professionals. They permeate our entire lives, as they...
Company health management is "in", but many people are not at all clear how to define the area of responsibility and what the candidates should be able to do. So here is an overview with a checklist. What companies expect from a health manager More and more companies are introducing company health management for their employees - in times of demographic change, they also have...
Growth is the death sentence for many startups: because they often arise spontaneously, disruptively, chaotically, but also flexibly. But the drama begins when the company grows: How can companies grow and still remain agile and maintain efficient structures? Why do startups fail? According to Best of HR – Berufebilder.de®-Author Eric Ries, who founded the lean startup method with his bestseller of the same name...
Much is written about digital change, but there is little information about how well it actually works in companies and which steps actually have to be implemented. An overview. The human factor must not be forgotten In all the discussion about digitization, artificial intelligence and current economic developments, it must not be forgotten that there are…
Good, restful sleep is more important for well-being and performance than many people think - regardless of whether you are a student, manager or pensioner. How can you promote healthy sleep? Insomnia: why is it even a problem? Good, restful sleep is essential for the functioning of the immune system, metabolism and hormones and has a major impact on performance and well-being.…
Resilience is undeniably an important success factor for the future. Why are resilient employees so important for companies? And how can they attract and retain their employees? Resilience as a success factor of the 21st century Changes require companies and, since companies are made up of employees and managers, they require unprecedented agility, resilience and…
Studies on digital change have been a dime a dozen lately and one hype term follows the next. A recent meta-study examined 30 studies from the last few years and found out which leadership skills really count. A result including humanity is more important than IT skills. The big surprise: there is a human touch in companies From my point of view it is…
Nobody likes failure. But it is important to get back up from failures and setbacks. Resilience helps. How can you learn to be resilient? Resilience: The ability to see things calmly We see this again and again: Some people are successful. You seem to be able to do everything without effort, while others are stressed from morning to night...
Should there be a right to a home office? Parts of the Christian Democrats say yes. But cell phones and laptops are not enough. Employers should consider a number of factors before releasing their employees to “freedom”. Above all, it requires a well thought-out strategy. New technologies open up new possibilities Laptops, smartphones, fast internet – modern…
Combining business trips with holidays is booming. Bleisure Travel, to use the technical term, saves both time and money. And studies show that companies can also draw attention to themselves with exciting lifestyle topics. An overview. Lifestyle culture: what makes bleisure travel so popular? The working world and with it the tourism industry are changing. So it's no wonder that in the…
Money is by no means the only factor that makes employers attractive to employees. There are a number of other motivators that companies can use for their employer branding. Why Employee Motivation is a Critical Success Factor for Businesses Employee motivation is a key factor in the success of a business, and one of the most effective ways to motivate...
There needs to be a clear debate about the sense and nonsense of hierarchies in each individual company. The goal should be a good balance between hierarchies and networks. Networks in knowledge management The term network is used particularly in knowledge management when it comes to the fast and smooth exchange of information. Networks are pragmatic and ask...
In the entire discussion about sustainable companies, it is quickly forgotten how extremely important it is that the managers of a company are also up to this task. 2 X 10 criteria that should therefore be applied to managers. Managers Need New Skills So much has changed over the years in terms of the manager's role. This…
Companies like Google have been doing it for a long time: healthy communication and leadership also means finding the way to “power together”. The key to better leadership The lifestyle of healthy communication and leadership, based on the ideas of Nonviolent Communication according to Marshall B. Rosenberg and its four steps, are the key: The key to…
The central point of many (new) projects is not the idea, but its implementation. Managers need to think holistically, paired with target-oriented implementation methods. They motivate employees and managers to lead them to success. Release energy for implementation with the GOAL formula. The path is the goal. But without a goal, the path leads all too easily astray. Already from...
Selling is part of everyday life for many medium-sized companies. Bringing in orders is a matter for the boss, even if he is not a “born salesman”. However, acquiring new customers is often difficult because unconscious fears cause blockages. Fears are normal – hardly anyone talks about them! Fear of Rejection The word fear is derived from “anghu” which means…
The principle of polarity demands honest respect from managers. The principle of resonance brings us into contact with the vibrations of the world. What does that mean exactly for the effect? The principle of polarity for management work The recognized opposite pole is often perceived as an "opponent" and then naturally fought. But nobody can win this fight, because the…
Many companies and executives work tirelessly to improve the motivation of their employees: There is a sustainable and effective way: Talent-focused motivation. How motivation doesn't work Companies are constantly trying to motivate their employees: Should it be incentives, more attractive bonuses can provide a boost in motivation, are there more work-life balance measures or are it even enough at...
Even if there is no nationwide shortage of skilled workers, companies in some sectors are finding it particularly difficult to recruit suitable employees. What helps: Say goodbye to the bouncer mentality. Recruiting specialists: which method is successful? Especially in IT, but also in tourism, for example, many companies complain massively about not being able to find suitable employees. Many studies...
What does good leadership mean? And can managers be role models? Or is their image too bad to do justice to such a role? 4 theses on managers as role models. Managers as role models? Can managers, a profession whose image has been badly damaged by the financial crisis and other incidents, still serve as a role model today?...
In the course of globalization, virtual work in everyday work has almost become a matter of course. However, many managers still consider virtual communication to be the second best option. But is face-to-face communication really always the best way? New management concepts are necessary In order to achieve the best possible results in the virtual working world, managers must develop management concepts and…
Feelings accompany our life. On the one hand confidence, optimism, joy, gratitude, enthusiasm. On the other hand fear, displeasure, anger and hopelessness. Both live in us and have an effect on our interactions. This must be taken into account when leading with trust. Cooperation presupposes trust Business, cooperation or cooperation presupposes trust. Information flows from trust. Customers make purchases based on trust. people make...
In general, "make a career" usually means becoming a boss or manager. What many employees overlook: The specialist career also offers an alternative to the "classic" management career. Goals and strategy Many companies offer up-and-coming talent the opportunity to embark on a so-called specialist career. A clever move, because nowadays, more than ever, subject matter experts are...
The perspectives of management and personnel development are very different. Three practical tips to overcome the dilemma. Who actually does the personnel development? Who is responsible for the further development of employees in companies: management or personnel development? Depending on who you ask this question to in the company, you will get different opinions. Yes, managers are responsible for keeping employees…
Career, success, money, power - these are the paradigms of our society. Always striving for a higher position, developing further - that's what employees expect today. But some resist the pressure - and that doesn't have to be the worst thing. Tobi Schlegl - or we are too used to careers right now The story went…
When long-serving members become team members and colleagues suddenly become bosses, this often leads to conflicts. Envy, intrigues and exclusion are often the result. How do the new managers deal with this? What to do after the promotion? After often years of effort, the time has finally come: you are promoted to head of department. But how do you behave...
Whether you're an introvert or an extrovert, this is some of the most important information you can have about yourself. You can find out what specific strengths and needs the two types have in their day-to-day work here. When intros and extros meet But what about when intros and extros meet? For example, are intros or extros the…
Digital transformation in companies requires courageous and innovative leadership. How can future orientation succeed? What digital transformation means for companies Digital transformation has become a key factor for companies of all sizes and industries. In an era characterized by continuous technological advancement, the ability to adapt to and adapt to new technologies…
Norbert Nick, head of consulting, training and outsourcing at Fiducia and GAD IT AG, Karlsruhe, explains how fintechs can retain employees for a long time and how career changers can also get enthusiastic about artificial intelligence. Norbert Nick is a business economist (VWA) and a trained data electronics technician. After many years of experience in the service business for banks, he is now Head of Consulting, Training and Outsourcing at…
A fat paycheck, a hefty annual bonus, recognition and power - all things that companies used to lure and retain managers with. Today it looks different 2 X 4 tips for managers. Money - the wrong measure? Again and again we report on Best of HR – Berufebilder.de® about performance incentives, salary levels and fringe benefits as a means...
How do companies and IT departments manage to work and position themselves in such a way that they can best promote and use the innovation potential of their employees? Addicted to Innovation Everyone is addicted to innovation. Hardly a day goes by when the media, business and politics don't talk about innovation. Then…
Bosses are not infallible, which is why criticism from employees is also important, even if they often don't feel heard or are afraid. 8 tips on how to make the feedback conversation successful. Employees want to feel heard: Feedback to the boss is crucial for the company's success. The backbone of every organization is effective leadership and motivated employees. In this…
The prophets of digitization never tire of propagating the paradise of the new world of work. But for many employees, this is ineffective theoretical propaganda, which tends to increase skepticism about digitization. This article shows how employees can be prepared for the world of work 4.0 and how fears can be reduced. 5 Steps: How to Engage Your Employees The…
Digitization repeatedly presents companies with challenges that can often only be solved with the appropriate know-how of employees. As a result, new job descriptions such as Chief Data Officer are constantly emerging. What is behind it? What is a Chief Data Officer? One thing is clear: there seems to be an increasing need for experts and specialized executives in companies...
Armani suit or sweatpants, Porsche or small car, Breitling or bubble gum machine watch – none of that interests the horse. How does the horse distinguish between appearance and reality? Recognizing the true core In the course of personal development, people develop two shells around their “true self”. The inner shell "What I fear to be" consists of the emotional world...
One reason why there are still so few women in top management in Germany: many people find it more difficult to categorize women as managers and to react accordingly. But what can you do about it? The image of managers is male According to the approach of implicit leadership theories, people develop over the…
For the first impression there is no second chance. This also applies to job interviews. 5 tips so you don't screw it up. How do we perceive other people? Within the first few seconds, people intuitively evaluate a person's appearance, figure, color combination of clothing, status, status symbols and body language, and that...
Communication skills play a key role in most skilled jobs today. Nevertheless, there are frightening communication deficits in everyday working life for many people. 21 tips on what you can do about it. Why do communication problems arise in the office at all? Effective communication is essential in any workplace. She ensures employees understand their roles and responsibilities, fosters a positive work environment...
Young leaders often feel they must always demonstrate strength. It just shows a clear "No" profile. 5 steps to success. Holiday planning according to taste? - "Not with me!" Monday morning and the first sentence I heard that day was "Henryk, we have a little problem!". Two of my employees, without consulting each other, had at the same time...
A lot is written and talked about equal rights for women, but the reality - especially in everyday work and in companies - unfortunately often looks different. What can women and employers do better? Managing leadership Women's career development is serious business. That's why many women work aggressively to achieve their goals. A little more relaxation...
Cheerful-looking women are not believed to have the will to lead – women with typically male characteristics, on the other hand, are perceived as “real” bosses. This, slightly exaggerated, is the result of a research project at the Technical University of Munich (TUM). Show weakness - not allowed Dominant. Assertive. Self confident. This is how leaders should be! Characteristics that are mainly said of men - women are considered in the...
What can managers learn from wolves about leadership? One thing above all: that they get ahead with authenticity and real being than with pressure, stress and expectations. 5 unusual tips. Learning to lead from wolves February 24, 2014. At 13.00 p.m. we leave Vienna for northern Lower Austria. Our destination on this bright, sunny early spring day is the…
In Chinese, the word for crisis consists of two characters: one for danger and one for new beginnings. In the Greek origins, too, the crisis was not a catastrophe, but actually a turning point. And you should see it that way too. The important thing here is that it is easier to recognize warning signals in good time. Feeling vs. mind "We have to separate" - At the latest when...
Change requires change - and often resembles a balancing act. Rapid implementation is decisive for the success of new ideas. And this is only possible with motivated managers and employees. Recession triggers change The specter of recession is ominously looming on the horizon and in the minds of those responsible. Stimulus plans are being tinkered to prevent a downturn and the…
Companies can only survive in the future if they attract the intelligence and full creative power of top talent. Because the market is merciless. And the customers don't know any mercy. In every “moment of truth” something big has to happen. Customers always see a company as a unit Customers perceive a company as a whole. If it…
The onboarding of career changers is the perfect opportunity for companies to retain, retain and develop staff. How can it succeed? 1. Think in terms of tasks, not jobs Everyone yells “skills shortage” – often without dealing with process optimization, onboarding and a culture of appreciation. First of all, companies should ask themselves the question…
Accenture, Google and Microsoft have been showing for years how a “borderless workplace” can work. In Germany, on the other hand, managers already have problems with the virtual workplace, let alone with global networks. It is above all the managers who stick to old ways of thinking and organizing how work is defined and organized. Optimistic employees in terms of digitization 57…
Career and success are important to many, but the path to the top is often associated with power struggles, challenges and obstacles. 8 tips. Why are careers and success so important to us? As motivated people, we strive to develop and reach the next level. But many professionals face power struggles at work…
The importance of internal communication in companies is constantly increasing. A guide on how you can succeed. Internal company communication: The importance of effective communication in the company The world of work is currently undergoing major changes, so the right communication provides valuable orientation. Basically, modern work structures are becoming increasingly digital. That's how it is in many…
Resolving conflicts is one of the more unpleasant tasks of bosses and managers, but it is important for the success of the company. How can mediation succeed? Why is conflict resolution such an important leadership task? Conflicts are inevitable in any work environment. As a boss or manager, it is your responsibility to resolve these conflicts effectively in order to create a harmonious and productive working atmosphere...
Generational conflicts are popular in the media and are also relevant for companies, because older and younger employees have very different needs. The best way to the perfect employee Older employees often complain about problems when looking for a job. But even younger employees are not always ideal for companies. And they both deal with change differently. The best way,…
We live in turbulent times. The last few years have given us an unbroken parade of fear and alarmism in the headlines, boardrooms and kitchen tables. Securing assets in times of crisis – how is that supposed to work? Corona, globalization, outsourcing, mass layoffs, plant closures, subprime mortgages and loan default swaps, Ponzi schemes, Wall Street fiascos, recession... bad news follows bad news. In…
Women are underrepresented - in the Swedish Guard as well as in German management. What can science do about it? Women underrepresented in leadership positions Women still face many obstacles when it comes to climbing the career ladder. Implicit leadership theories offer an explanation. For many people, “woman” and “leadership” seem to be less cognitively associated than…
For many managers, it is always necessary to readjust their role and behavioral patterns. To put it bluntly, it's about the contradiction between darling and dork. What to do about it? Everybody's darling or dork on duty? In practice, this dilemma presents itself like this: If you are too nice, you will be liked, but maybe not respected. Is one...
We are told that success in life depends on good grades and the right connections. But that is only the half truth. It all comes down to knowledge of human nature and experience. And Harvard can't help either. 13 A particularly valuable course of study? When I was a law student at Yale, I was told that this degree...
Many entrepreneurs are firefighters in their main job: they extinguish fires all day long, rushing from one disaster operation to the next. They do their actual work in the evenings. It would make more sense to establish a functioning fire protection system so that no fire breaks out. Clear recipes instead of vague concepts When you eat out in a good restaurant, you expect consistent quality. You want…
Even if this simple fact can quickly be overlooked in the stressful everyday working life: bosses are only human. If you, as a manager, want to continuously motivate your employees to achieve high levels of performance, you are well advised to take your humanity with you into the office. We explain why. High performance and humanity are not mutually exclusive High performance and humanity are mutually exclusive...
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The acronym VUCA describes difficult framework conditions of corporate management. VUCA leaders are responsible for these issues themselves. What's the best way to deal with them? Executives with VUCA characteristics What does VUCA have to do with leadership? The acronym for Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity is used to describe or reflect general conditions and situations, not people. Nevertheless are…
Throughout history, technological developments have always had an impact on an important part of society: work. What will change here as a result of artificial intelligence? An overview of the most important trends. How artificial intelligence is changing the world of work - 5 trends Whether the telegraph is being replaced by the telephone or the typewriter by the computer: New…
Knowing, learning, having a say – employees today have long wanted more than just a salary and working to rule. 3 aspects of modern management culture that benefit employees and the company. What makes the boss today? For our marketing communication we have a postcard with the inscription: Smarter than the boss. We get asked about it again and again. Smarter than the boss...
How do you become successful in Silicon Valley? What made companies like Google what they are today? And how do you inspire people like Steve Jobs? An insider overview. Tech Industry Heroes On a warm April day in 2016, a crowd gathered on the Sacred Heart School football field in the heart of the small town of Atherton, California…
The ability to conduct good feedback discussions is crucial for employee motivation and company success. An overview. Why are feedback sessions important? Feedback sessions are an essential part of the organizational development process. The purpose of a feedback session is to help teams improve, grow, and stay connected. In today's fast-paced and ever-evolving…
Changes that are questionable are all too often demanded or desired in the work context. Because you can't change a personality. The core of the personality It is generally assumed that the human being has a largely unchangeable core, which is called the personality and which makes up the individual. To do this, humans have a set of…
There are 5 basic psychological needs that apply to all people worldwide and the non-satisfaction of which leads to negative emotional states. What do you really need to be happy? Emotional Leadership - A Definition In any leadership position, it is crucial to understand the psychological needs of those you lead. Emotional leadership is the ability to control your own emotions...
Nobody likes quarrels and conflicts in the team and at work, but emotional killer phrases poison the office atmosphere in particular. And one is particularly bad. Conflicts and quarrels in the office: Whether productive or not decides how In the office we are supposed to work together as a team to achieve a common goal. But simmering conflicts are often enough...
Emotions and our subconscious have a crucial impact on how we perceive and behave towards other people. If you are resourceful, you use it cleverly for yourself. How do successful salespeople go about it? People who touch us emotionally can reinforce existing positive or negative feelings in us through their behavior or even cause them in the first place. If…
Digitization is changing how we live and work not only today but also in the future. Digital tools, chat bots and artificial intelligence are only early harbingers of what is to come. But people should always be the focus. Digital changes for employees For many employees in companies, the…
Apparently, many people think of men first when they think of leadership. This can be determined by simple psychological tests. What are the benefits of gender training? We wanted to find out whether by presenting pictures of female and, for comparison, male executives, a so-called incongruent stimulation can counteract this discriminatory implicit association pattern. In general, one can assume that it is easier…
Opinions on the topic of leadership differ widely and more and more trainers and speakers are sharing the budget cake for leadership development. But what actually constitutes good leadership? And how can highly sensitive leaders use their gifts in a meaningful way? A conversation on the subject of high sensitivity and leadership Highly sensitive managers, do they even exist? Yes of course! And there is even...
What to do if tensions rise during onboarding despite good preparation? What steps to take? An overview! Use onboarding super glue – 10 docking techniques for new employees In order for an onboarding process to be as reliable as the vast majority of trouble-free flights, interaction quality standards must be observed. Ideally, the quality standards are communicated to all stakeholders before onboarding in…
Some applicants receive rejection after rejection. But it is not always due to the lack of qualifications: Often enough, banal formal reasons are to blame for the application being rejected immediately. But what do recruiters really pay attention to? Application 2go: It's not that easy, especially for start-ups and young internet companies, application seems easy and relaxed. Example Twitter:…
Apparently, the subject of appraisal interviews strikes a chord with many HR managers. Our contribution to new leadership in global companies: bye bye appraisal interviews! was accessed more than 3 times within 11.000 days. Most of the readers' voices confirmed the rather demotivating effect of the annual appraisal interview. But what is happening in Germany's management floors? Only 6% say “Bye appraisal interview” Only about 6% of…
Mixed leadership and diversity management are on everyone's lips, but there are still far too few women in top management. What that could change: Women bring companies more profit. Alibaba founder Jack Ma, for example, recognized this. What leading companies are doing differently using the example of Ali Baba The Chinese billionaire and Alibaba founder Jack Ma stated: Women…
Managers often have a blind spot when it comes to career planning within their own company. There are so many possibilities. Old hands with a clinging reflex Young talents mainly look outwards – to other employers and supposedly better positions. An internal career is considered stuffy and simply no longer state-of-the-art, looking at…
Richard Branson is considered an exceptional entrepreneur who repeatedly attracts attention with blatant marketing campaigns. But how does leadership work according to Branson – and how can you implement your ideas in everyday life? Richard Branson's Road to Success: Listening, Learning, Laughing, Leading Leadership is often associated with seriousness and a responsibility that many managers then weigh heavily on the shoulders...
The gaming company G2A.COM wants to use a targeted campaign to draw attention to the importance of diversity in the industry and in society. Mona Kinal, CMO at G2A.COM, in an interview about the goals of the campaign. Mona Kinal holds a Master's degree in Political Science from the University of Warsaw and a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from SWPS. She studied…
Stress and bullying can make you sick. Therefore, you should do everything you can to improve a bad working atmosphere at your workplace. We show how. Bad working atmosphere: when the job makes you ill Many entrepreneurs can tell you a thing or two about the fact that working conditions in companies are not always ideal. The fact that stress and bullying can make you ill is also…
Innovation management - in many companies this means: Rigid processes that are planned down to the smallest detail. The future could be less planning, more randomness and interconnectedness, and constant beta. Change processes in companies What does it actually look like when innovation takes place in a constant beta phase instead of in rigid products? There are already examples: companies like…
Digitization is a change process that affects the entire company. Management is in control, but IT, employees and human resources also have to be involved. These steps must be taken specifically in the company for the digital transformation to succeed. 1. Managers with a key role in digitization The management is responsible for strategy and goals, advocacy for the relevance...
In recruiting, it is becoming more and more common that applicants and companies should be a perfect match in terms of suitability, personality and values - cultural fit. But how can this be achieved? Recruiting processes: people, a standard model? The paper fits snugly in the printer. The bratwurst does not slip through the grate when grilled: Much of what…
Everyone is talking about team leadership, participation and diversity. A lot of chic trend terms are thrown around. So why is it often so difficult in reality? And what can we do better? 5 tips. Team Leadership: Antisocial Sociability Teams at the top are a world of “antisocial sociability” – caught in the dilemma between…
If you are aiming for a promotion, you should not just wait and hope that the work you have done will be rewarded, but take action yourself. These 8 steps will speed up the process. Clear company structures for a clean promotion As a rule, employees who want to grow professionally prepare themselves for a possible promotion and sit down…
Neither sophisticated bonus programs nor elegant company cars inspire employees in the long term. On the contrary, they are conservative values of decency, respect and knowledge of basic human needs for meaning and social nature. 1. Provide perspectives Giving perspectives means nothing more than saying to the employee: “You are valuable to us, we value your achievements ...
Of course we have everything under control. To the question «Are you all right?» we only expect a single answer: "Sure, you too?" For many people, however, the pressure in the home office is no less than in the company. Lack of structure is the biggest challenge in the home office Often the lack of structure is the biggest challenge. Profession-…
The world of work is changing. What does this mean for companies, what does it mean for each and every one of us? Some thoughts on what ideas and beliefs we need to challenge. Away with the unwritten dogmas In order to be able to use the advantages of the Internet and networked cooperation, it is necessary to say goodbye to the dogmas of the Protestant work ethic. Then…
Whether new to a leadership role, several years of leadership experience or already an old hand in this field: managers never stop learning. If you want to be successful in a managerial position, you have to adapt to constant corporate change and engage with your employees. Managers can acquire the right tools by attending seminars. What should leaders know? Which…
The electronic mailbox is chronically crowded with numerous specialists and managers, the advertisement "eMail- Incoming ”distracts from the actual work umpteen times a day and you also receive messages that neither interest you nor provide you with additional information. Step 1: Take the goodness test But of course it is also important the other way around that you are the recipients of your eMails ...
In today's working world, tasks are constantly being automated and processes optimized. More than ever, success is based on a qualified workforce. For this, however, all employees need access to relevant teaching materials and training courses. Skills shortage despite automation How big is the risk of losing your job, driven by automation and digitization? 47 percent of all employees in the financial services sector believe…
Doing things this way today and like this tomorrow loses credibility. Executives who try to unsettle their team are on the right track with this approach. However, if you want to encourage your team, you have to be consistent. Credibility thrives on consistency Credibility thrives on consistency! That's why: No more exceptions to the rule, and sometimes no...
Digital change requires a completely new understanding of leadership. In the future, 4 key factors will be decisive for the success of a company and its managers. An overview. What is the Ashridge Management Index? Many experts agree that leadership and management must change for the future. How well or badly are managers prepared for this? Goal of our…
There is a lot of talk at the moment about the future of the world of work and recruiting in particular. Technology is often the focus. But a lot will also change on a human level. Employee recommendations could revolutionize recruiting. Game-changer potential New recruiting tools can have game-changer potential. It is exciting when the human component...
Change management ensures sensible planning processes in the company. Successful implementation depends crucially on a resilient relationship between the people involved. Then appreciation grows, where otherwise there is a risk of devaluation. Change: The two sides of the same coin Methods and tools used in a targeted manner help executives to accelerate or change business processes. But that's just...
In the near future, the workplace will become even more flexible and mobile. Work tools are becoming smaller, more versatile and more personal. IT decision-makers are convinced of this. There will soon be no way around consumerization for companies. Work tools of the future Some time ago I wrote about my personal dream work tools of the future: They should be small and light, just...
Can you learn charisma? Maybe if you define it appropriately and, unfortunately, also degrade it. In reality, charisma is not a toolset that a leader can buy easily. It is an expression of a mature and experienced personality. The truth about charisma The subject of charisma is very trendy. If you enter the term in the search mask of online bookshops...
Leaders can be introverts too. And you should get an overview of the strengths that introverted and extroverted leaders often have. Light and shadow Today it is about the dark side that can typically come with every personality type. Even with yours - especially if you are not aware of the deficits. people tend…
The discussion about changing the world of work is in full swing. What experts like Gunter Dueck have long predicted is now in full swing. Working methods, entire professions, and yes, the HR industry will change too. How can we face that. Changing world of work: freshly surfed vs. experts Since his almost historic lecture at the re:publica 2011…
Bosses should think first and foremost about the well-being of their company - and that means complaining about employees when they commit misdeeds. Office sado-maso all about guilt and punishment is out of place. Office Sadomasochism: Confession please? But what do you do when bosses prefer to be good people and play the confessor? Like in this example: Mr. Bock has...
The world of work is changing rapidly and with it the demands on companies. Long-term economic success depends crucially on the ability not only to keep up with new developments, but also to help shape them creatively. Diversity offers many opportunities here. Diversity or the new social dimension of work What opportunities does diversity offer for innovation, productivity and the attractiveness of companies?…
Dorothea Assig and Dorothee Echter advise international top managers as Assig+Echter Top Management Ambition. In the interview, you tell us what goes wrong in the selection of executives and top managers. Dorothea Assig, expert for outstanding careers, and Dorothee Echter, top management.knowledge.worldwide, have specialized in advising top management worldwide for over two decades. You lead outstanding management personalities with their organizations and…
The digital transformation is progressing and offers great learning potential for companies. However, it is only feasible with a transformation of the mindset of managers and employees. This can work with the help of the WIR formula. W for Values The technical adaptation in the area of individuals, business, societies and entire nations offers a wealth of new opportunities. Provided that the partly outdated…
Companies are well advised to specifically woo important top performers in companies. Because 5% of the employees are responsible for 25% of the performance. But they are looking for new challenges more often than many employers think, as a study by Indeed shows. Top performers are actively looking for new jobs A recent recruiting study by Indeed shows: Who in his…