Bill Lisowski shares updated information and questions related to the subject matter in the three books he co-wrote: Positioning Success, Earning Success, and Retaining Success. Look for facts and commentary on issues related to business management, leadership, people development and mentoring, process improvement, and current business news.
Global consulting firm Watson Wyatt identifies six workplace communications practices that separate high-performing companies from their competitors (Chicago Tribune, Jan. 6, 2008). Do you see any of the following practices within your own department or organization?
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Focusing managers and other employees on customer needs.
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Engaging employees in running the business.
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Helping managers communicate effectively.
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Leveraging talent to manage change effectively.
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Measuring the impact of employee communication.
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Branding the employee experience.
Add to this list another important trait: Recognizing People as Assets. Without this perspective, what is your organization left with?
About Bill Lisowski
Bill Lisowski is co-author of the three book "Success Series," "Positioning Success," "Earning Success," and "Retaining Success." He has owned three small businesses, spent 6 years as an editor, journalist and photographer, handled increasing responsibilities during his 15 years working with 3 major Fortune 500 retailers, and has helped several small and medium sized service-oriented businesses as a consultant with his partner, mentor friend, and co-author, John Mengelson. Currently he is Senior Vice President for Vendor Management with IPT.