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What great managers do differently

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  “A good manager is not a person who can do the work better than his men; he is a person who can get his men to do the work better than he can.” – Frederick W. Smith You would do anything to earn the opportunity to become a manager right? What makes you yearn to earn this tag? Is it just the respect that comes with the title? or is it the added responsibility that comes with it? or, is it simply the feeling of satisfaction in achieving a career milestone? Well, I would say that it is the combination of all these feelings that pushes you hard to rise above your peers and take charge of one of the most crucial positions within the organization. Always remember that a good manager must keep a fine balance between his team members' need and requirements, their well-being, and aspirations and focus on the organization’s goal and objective. As a manager, you are solely responsible for both the success and failure of projects as well as the performance of your team. Today in this blo...

Quick tips for avoiding distractions at workplace

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  Interruptions at the workplace are common. Some of us get pushed off balance while others can easily tune out distractions. The truth is nobody can be 100% attentive all the time. So, to avoid disruptions in the office, you can always use some quick tips and manage distractions. Below are a few things that you can do if you are regularly losing focus at your workplace. Manage your time and space - Set aside time for work that takes focus regularly. Make the most of your first hour at work by working on your most difficult job. Request quiet time from your coworkers, and if that isn't possible, take your work to quiet location. Limit your technology interruptions - Turn off your social media alerts, and only check your Facebook, Instagram outside work hours. Personal calls  can be done during your break time. Learn self-management skills – Self-management will help you increase your focus and decrease your stress. You, me, and others – all our working styles are diffe...

5 ways to boost your resilience at work

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  In today’s super stressful environment, it is very important to know how to bounce back from the anxiety episodes. Studies show that physical symptoms such as headache, stomach upset, muscle tension, loss of appetite are the impacts of stress. I do agree that at times temporary stress can help us hit a deadline, but it zaps our energy. So, the key is to have strategies for resilience. Here are some tips based on my experience and research. Maintain perspective - We all go through ups and downs at work, and that is perfectly normal. It is understandable that always maintaining a happy attitude is difficult. You may, however, change negative thinking by introducing a growth mindset. This mindset will motivate you to take on obstacles so that you can learn and grow. You can moderate your negative thoughts and foster an environment where mistakes are tolerated by focusing on solutions. Manage stress - Establishing a healthy work-life balance will help you find time to unwind. Work ...

Manage your energy | Keshav Kumar Mishra

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  Before I start writing this blog let me ask you a question. On an average how long do you work each day? Now when you have an answer to this, can you tell me how much energy you have available to use each day? It is hard to measure unlike time, right? Yes, your time is constant, but your available energy is not. In my entire career of leadership, I have realized that the secret to personal freedom is accepting yourself and aligning your personal energy needs with the purpose of your work. Once you learn how to manage your energy, you will decrease your anxiety level and increase your satisfaction level. Here are some compelling reasons why you should focus on managing your energy. Your energy is not constant like time - Your energy is the fuel that moves you forward in time, yet it is variable. Throughout the day, your energy level fluctuates. If you sit back and think there are several factors that influence your available energy. It can be your sleep, food habit, your emotions...