Business Management

Lack of consideration – in the way and oblivious

Lack of consideration – in the way and oblivious by Nancy Knowlton
I’m irked by the oblivious behavior of some people who treat others with a lack of respect because they always prioritize their needs.
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Valuing different perspectives – listening to the protesters

Valuing different perspectives – listening to the protesters by Nancy Knowlton
Whether protests are done en masse or by one person, listening to the concerns is beneficial for that person, for the organization and for everyone in it.
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“Hey, partner” – exaggerated and overused

Hey, partner – exaggerated and overused by Nancy Knowlton
The words "partner" and "partnership" should be used sparingly to avoid misunderstanding. These words have clear legal parameters that define specific sorts of business relationships.
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A chance interaction with delighted customers

A chance interaction with delighted customers by Nancy Knowlton
It was a marvelous chance encounter with 2 young men who had enthusiastically used SMART Board interactive whiteboards in school.
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Cold, wet feet

Cold, wet feet by Nancy Knowlton
Years ago a coach imposed discomfort and embarrassment on me. I learned to always prioritize sensitivity to others’ circumstances.
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The ugliness of sexual harassment

The ugliness of sexual harassment by Nancy Knowlton
Sexual harassment can make people feel threatened and fearful. It has no place in the workplace as everyone should feel safe and free to report it.
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You only have to please me

You only have to please me by Nancy Knowlton
Allegiance to the company by each team member always has to be the first commitment, not to the manager or to individual teams.
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To bribe or not to bribe?

To bribe or not to bribe? by Nancy Knowlton
Presented with the opportunity to win a large installation through providing a bribe compelled me to make a decision. Not then. Not now. Not ever.
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