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Member You - Gender Jive: Communication Between Men and Women
The word “corporate” has gotten a bad name. Nowadays it’s a slam to say something has gotten “too corporate.” But let’s think about this for a minute. Just like any prejudice, it doesn’t apply to everything.Corporations didn’t start big, most of them. Lots of big corporations are just little guys who became successful. We all say we want to be successful, but how do we talk about those who are? Take Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream, for example. They started small. One little ice cream shop. How would you feel if you were the ice cream guy and you worked really hard to make it? Then your ice cream becomes popular and you get the idea to package it and distribute it to groceries and health food stores. Then you get to make your ice cream in bigger batches using nifty new equipment. What’s so bad about that?We all love to slam McDonald’s. And, on a nutritional level, I’d agree with you. But what about Ray Kroc’s success story? He helped start the whole idea of franchising. All that means is that he wanted to share his success with others. So he built a company where any teenager could get a job and run the store. He created operating manuals and procedures that anyone could follow. He trained trainers and they trained managers all over the country.Now there are several McDonald’s in almost every city in the world. That means jobs and work experience for thousands, not to mention hamburgers for billions of hungry people. Sure, it’s a corporation, but it’s also somebody’s success story.Who else do we slam in the corporate world? Lots of them, aren’t there?What if I ask you, “Do you want to be successful?” Almost everybody would say, “yes” to that
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Seeing Clearly In Las Vegas - Information On The Window Cleaning Trade In Sin City
Climb to the Top by Window Cleaning in Las VegasIf you visit the city of Las Vegas, window cleaning is a serious
business. While there are your average jobs with the casinos, hospitality,
travel and transportation, retail, law, clergy, and medicine, window
cleaning has earned itself a spot in the community. Among the many
buildings there, including over 202 high rises, and 10 of the world s largest
hotels, they all have windows that need to be maintained as frequently
as possible in order to keep up the glamorous appearance the city s
decorative lights, structures, and billboards lining the streets. Some of
the most challenging structures to clean are the Wynn Las Vegas,
towering at over 50 stories high, the Las Vegas convention center, the
Mirage, the MGM Grand Hotel Theme Park, and the famous Stratosphere Hotel and
Tower, which is the fifth tallest building in the U.S. But aside from
the sight-seeing attractions, there are also numerous churches and
chapels, doctors offices, law firms, libraries, grocery stores,
residences, and government buildings whose windows are all cleaned on a regular
basis. This can be seasonally, or at least once or twice a year.Las Vegas window cleaning is in high demand, mainly because of the job
security, large number of individuals seeking employment, and the ease
of breaking into the industry. The only qualifications you must
possess in order to apply are to be able to withstand heights, have a good
work ethic, be of sound health, and be flexible to work varied hours.
The average window cleaner earns anywhere from $10-$25 an hour, which
varies by experience, hours, number of
People perceive things differently due to differences in cultural/ethnic background, personal experiences, personality styles, gender differences, attitudes and beliefs, etc. This diversity may impact our ability to communicate with each other. Therefore, it is important to keep an open mind about such differences so we can reduce the probability for communication breakdown.
Not only are we faced with ethnic and cultural diversity at the workplace, we are also faced with
· different management styles
· different learning styles
· different decision making styles
· different personalities
· different genders
A deeper awareness of how differently men and women communicate is necessary in order to prevent these gender differences from leading to resentment, decreased productivity and workplace stress.
Research indicates men and women are socialized differently and consequently, have diverse styles of speaking. In her best-selling book, You Just Don't Understand: Women and Men in Conversation, Deborah Tannen says the sexes often speak virtually different languages. She calls it "report talk" vs. "rapport talk."
Men and women, and their different languages
Men tend to use “report talk” to convey information and self-importance, while women tend to use “rapport talk” to establish intimacy and connection. Tannen says that women will then see men as self-centered and domineering, while men will then see women as illogical and insecure. What results? Accusations that are hurtful. Men will accuse women of asking for advice and then not taking it, of rambling on about nothing, and of being unable to make decisions. Women will accuse men of not listening, invalidating their feelings, and always stepping in to solve problems with a lot of "you shoulds."
Speaking different languages at work
In the workplace, these differences impact the way messages are sent and received, thus causing communication breakdown, misunderstanding and major frustration. For example, a female supervisor seeks conversation from her male boss about a problem situation she is having with one of her employees. Her intent for the meeting is to inform her boss of the problem. She just wants him to listen to her, rephrase and repeat what she's saying so that she can become more clear on how she wishes to proceed. Perhaps he would ask her some probing questions about options, etc. Instead, he begins telling her what she should do with the problem employee. She becomes frustrated and leaves, feeling like her time was wasted. He feels he has solved the problem, and it's time to move on.
...and then at home
Taking this situation into the home, the wife wishes to discuss a problem she's having with her husband, and he jumps in with the solution before she has had a chance to process her options. She gets mad and leaves the room saying, "You just never listen!"
An immediate translation is what's needed
In both scenarios, some very important communication skills are sorely lacking. First of all, the woman needs to be up front about what she wants from the man. "I'd really appreciate it if you'd help me process this problem by listening and asking questions," is one way for her to be clear in the beginning. If she decides she wants his advice, then she can ask for it. If she doesn't tell him what she wants in the beginning, then he would be wise to ask, "Do you want my advice or just someone to listen to you?"
Having a deeper awareness of gender differences will help you increase understanding, decrease tension and improve teamwork.
It is crucial to embrace differences and realize that there may, indeed, be alternative ways of doing things. It would behoove us to listen to each other and be more open to learning from our differences rather than allowing them to stifle our growth and ability to communicate with one another.
As we move into the next decade, we are going to have to learn how to better establish and maintain relationships with clients and co-workers so that we can create greater quality and productivity in an ever-changing world. The best way to do this is to fine-tune communication skills and accept that people are different, and it's okay. Follow these tips:
Keep an open mind
Accept and understand differences
When in doubt, check it out
Take the time to talk about talking
Create an environment where people feel safe sharing ideas/opinions(c) Nancy Stern 2004
Nancy Stern, MA specializes in leadership and employee development. Since l972, she has taught thousands of people how to effectively communicate whether to groups or to each other. Visit her on the web at http://www.nancystern.com. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Nancy_Stern |
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Please Rate This Article: Shelf Company / Shelf Companies Explained
Definition: A shelf company is a company which has been created but has ceased trading. Its memorandum and articles can be bought 'off the shelf'.
source: ANZ Bank Financial DictionaryBack in the 'good old days', it took quite a while to create (or incorporate) a company. Yet, people often needed a new company ASAP, so providers of company registration services would pre-create companies and have them 'sitting on the shelf', ready for sale when required.Someone wanting to create a company fast could buy one of these off-the-shelf companies (or shelf companies as they are more commonly termed) quickly and easily. All that was required for a buyer to purchase a shelf company was for the provider to transfer the shelf company's shares to the buyer, and arrange for the resignation of the directors of the original shelf company, who would be replaced by the new directors (the purchaser or their nominated agent/s). Sometimes, the shelf company name would also be changed by the buyer.With the advent of high-tech company registration services such as Cleardocs, it's no longer necessary to wait long time periods to create a new company, so the shelf company business has died down considerably. It also means that there is less administrative hassle and expense in the creation of a new company (compared to purchasing a shelf company) because you don't need to change directors, possibly change the name of the company, transfer shares and pay stamp duty on the shares tranfer.
...and then at home
Taking this situation into the home, the wife wishes to discuss a problem she's having with her husband, and he jumps in with the solution before she has had a chance to process her options. She gets mad and leaves the room saying, "You just never listen!"
An immediate translation is what's needed
In both scenarios, some very important communication skills are sorely lacking. First of all, the woman needs to be up front about what she wants from the man. "I'd really appreciate it if you'd help me process this problem by listening and asking questions," is one way for her to be clear in the beginning. If she decides she wants his advice, then she can ask for it. If she doesn't tell him what she wants in the beginning, then he would be wise to ask, "Do you want my advice or just someone to listen to you?"
Having a deeper awareness of gender differences will help you increase understanding, decrease tension and improve teamwork.
It is crucial to embrace differences and realize that there may, indeed, be alternative ways of doing things. It would behoove us to listen to each other and be more open to learning from our differences rather than allowing them to stifle our growth and ability to communicate with one another.
As we move into the next decade, we are going to have to learn how to better establish and maintain relationships with clients and co-workers so that we can create greater quality and productivity in an ever-changing world. The best way to do this is to fine-tune communication skills and accept that people are different, and it's okay. Follow these tips:
Keep an open mind
Accept and understand differences
When in doubt, check it out
Take the time to talk about talking
Create an environment where people feel safe sharing ideas/opinions(c) Nancy Stern 2004
Nancy Stern, MA specializes in leadership and employee development. Since l972, she has taught thousands of people how to effectively communicate whether to groups or to each other. Visit her on the web at http://www.nancystern.com. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Nancy_Stern |
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Please Rate This Article: 3 Reasons Why Your Business Should Not Be You
Business Owners tend to identify themselves with their business. They show pride in the name, the function and the growth of their business. After all, it’s their ‘baby’. But there are three important reasons why your business and you should not be so closely identified: (1) Protection, (2) Privacy and (3) Capital Growth.Protection is Most Important.Millions of business owners make a splash about letting the world know that they and the business are essentially ‘one and the same’. This is often seen in the number of ‘Sole Proprietors’ out there who set up shop with a business checking account, some business cards and a fictitious business name (‘DBA’ or ‘doing business as’) filing with their County clerk. The risk, of course, in being a Sole Proprietor is that you and the business are legally ‘one and the same’ and thus all of your personal assets are at risk in the event of a business reversal or a lawsuit.By protecting your business inside of a legal entity, you are taking a step in the right direction to separate you and the identity of the business. Corporations and Limited Liability Companies are two much better ways to organize your business. For years, corporations have been ‘top dog’ but now the Limited Liability Company (‘LLC’) is emerging as the preferred entity of choice by business owners and investors everywhere, due to its simplicity, flexibility, protection and tax advantages. By using a company (whether corporation or LLC), you are not the business (for liability risks) and it is not you. The business can and should stand on its own – so that your personal assets are not at risk. Today there are
Keep an open mind
Accept and understand differences
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Create an environment where people feel safe sharing ideas/opinions
(c) Nancy Stern 2004
Nancy Stern, MA specializes in leadership and employee development. Since l972, she has taught thousands of people how to effectively communicate whether to groups or to each other. Visit her on the web at http://www.nancystern.com. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Nancy_Stern |
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Please Rate This Article: Money Clips: The Perfect Executive Gifts for the Savvy Giver
If you think hurdling the job interview had been tough, wait until it's time to give executive gifts. Selecting executive gifts can be a terrifying and time-consuming process, particularly because this is a time for confusion and self-doubt. What in the world can you buy for the boss who has everything? Or for the officemate whose cubicle is right next to yours? What do you give to that special client whose single real estate purchase helped you meet the downpayment for your new car?The most useful thing to remember in choosing executive gifts is to consider the personality of the recipient. Paperweights with humorous sayings, for example, won't meet much appreciation from that serious vegetarian who sits three cubicles to the right. Similarly, a bouquet of flowers will only meet blank looks from your dour, 58-year-old male boss who is always to busy he doesn't have time to smell his newly cleaned office, much more a bunch of poinsettias.The safest and the most reliable present are, thus, money clips. These are the perfect generic gifts for executives. After all, who does not need money clips? They are stylish, sophisticated, and useful. They are especially helpful for the executive who is keen on organization.Here are six reasons why money clips will be appreciated by any executive with a bulging wallet.1. Money clips are convenient.
How many times have you seen bosses or co-workers fumbling as they try to fish out some bills from their bulky wallets? If you were given a dollar each time you see this happen, you'd have enough to buy an entire week's change of office attire. Money clips get your organized. All you need to do to make your
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Please Rate This Article: Reaching Your Domestic Destination: Freight Shipping Carriers in America
From sea to shining sea, America is a place where transportation has become one of the most essential parts of functioning for businesses and individuals. If you are looking into freight shipping, you want to make sure that you know exactly what you are looking for. Finding the best quality in freight shipping carriers in America will give you the best opportunities for transportation in the land of the free.When looking at freight shipping carrier options in America, you want to make sure that you are able to find the ones that have the best quality. This doesn’t just include getting your freights to their destination in one piece. This should also include the best pricing, fastest shipping time and the ability to ship direct across borders, such as Canada. When looking at all of these possibilities and comparisons, you will easily be able to find the best freight shipping carriers available to you.The first set of qualities that you will want to look into with freight shipping carriers for America is the options that they provide you with shipping. For example, if you have a specific freight that needs to be delivered by a specific time, you want to make sure that the freight shipping will offer you that time. With most companies, it can be expected that they will let you know all of your timing possibilities, including time-critical options. You will want to make sure that options such as weekend and holiday pick up and delivery are available as well.Beyond this, you will want to see what types of costs will be a part of your freight shipping in America. Most often, there will be a flat rate cost that is a part of the shipping. This wi
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