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url 2020-12-15 08:57
Workplace Humor on Team Members’ Effective Communication Skills

Regardless of the purpose effective communication skills are vital among employees. Here are some quotes to motivate you.

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text 2020-02-06 10:45
Soft Skills That Get You Noticed By Employers

When you’re competing for a job, more than your education and experience are taken into consideration – employers also look at the soft skills you bring to the table even for contract jobs in Toronto.

 

In today’s job market, employers may receive hundreds of resumes from people who all have the credentials to do the work. That’s why it’s important to provide insight into your character and interpersonal skills.

 

Soft skills can be more challenging to define and present, but showcasing yours helps you stand out. As opposed to hard skills (such as computer program certification, or being fluent in a second language), soft skills are more about how you behave.

 

 

The people who get the best references from past employers are those who demonstrate outstanding soft skills, such as:

 

1. Communication Skills

 

Employees who communicate well are highly valued by managers. Effective communication includes active listening, being able to read nonverbal communication, succinct writing and good public speaking skills.

 

Feature communication skills on your resume by including personal examples, such as reports you’ve written, meetings you facilitated, and team-building projects you’ve collaborated on.

 

2. Work Ethic

 

If you can showcase a strong work ethic, you’ll automatically be an attractive candidate. Companies need employees who are dedicated, dependable, motivated and always on time, and who have good time management skills. You can highlight your work ethic on your resume by using keyword phrases like “self-direction,” “self-monitoring,” and “meets and exceeds deadlines.”

 

3. Problem-Solving Skills

 

When a problem arises, work can grind to a halt, and no company wants that to happen. It’s a huge asset to have employees who can think logically and come up with a solution quickly,

 

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review 2019-08-05 17:57
Simplistic read about the four types of personality
Surrounded by Idiots - Thomas Erikson

I am giving a short review in English and Croatian / Kratak osvrt napisan je na engleskom i hrvatskom jeziku

 

Short review in English:

 

I happened to stumble upon this book in my local library (yes, I still go to one and I love it) and the title itself caught my eye. Since lately I have been thinking that quite a bit myself ('there are so many idiots around me') this title just resonated with me and I had to read it immediately. I had different expectations about what this book is about but this turned out to be quite an entertaining read even though I expected a more humorous read.

 

This book is about the four types of personalities, red - yellow - green - blue. It corresponds with the four temperament theory by Hippocrates. Red ones are dominant ones rushing to the goal, yellow ones are quick to act dreamers and talkers who don't see things through, green ones are reluctant to speak out and get noticed and they hate change, they prefer stability and known and then there are the blue ones, the calculated quiet stoic perfectionist types who might not get the job done but the process which they have undergone to get it done will be perfect.

 

After each title and an explanation of the chapter we have each type listed and it is explained how they see it or how others see them in this or that situation and how best to approach them or resolve an issue with that particular type. Some individual amusing stories might be involved in the process but not always.

 

This book is very simplistic and will bring nothing new to the table if you are already familiar with personality types and studies. If you are not, this might be a good introduction to them. But if you are you will keep reading thinking: "...okay, when will the revolutionary part come on". Meaning, you will be hoping for something more than the basic general knowledge. And you won't get it. Because this is bare minimum that you need to know about personality types. Also, I did not much care for those amusing stories being made up stereotypes about each colour. I wish the stories showed more diversity and how most people are a mix of more colours which makes all of us unique and intriguing and much more complicated than the author would have you believe.

 

I will say this though, reading about the author's education and work experience, I definitely admire his work results and his skills. But he emphasises his greatness in almost every chapter of this book which definitely makes him seem like a big show-off. And I am not sure he has that much to show off in this book because it is so simplistic and repetitive with clearly made up examples to serve the purpose that you cannot help but feel like you knew all of that already and that you have just wasted some of your time even though he does write in an easy to read and understand style so it is not a hard sit.

 

With that being said, I do not hate this book, I enjoyed some parts and by some parts I was thoroughly bored by. Plus, I could not figure out in which stereotype category to force myself in. I displayed characteristics of all four colours and the author states that in his 20 years of work he has never met someone with all four characteristics and that people just lack in self-reflection so I must just seriously lack in self-reflection. Or I am just a complicated human being whom he cannot so simply throw in one category and move on.

 


Kratak osvrt na hrvatskom jeziku:

 

Na ovu sam knjigu naišla posve slučajno u mojoj lokalnoj knjižnici (da, dobro ste pročitali, još uvijek odlazim u knjižnicu i zaista je volim), a njen naslov je bio taj koji mi je odmah privukao pozornost. Pošto u zadnje vrijeme često mislim kako sam okružena idiotima, u tom sam naslovu i autoru prepoznala istomišljenika. Smatrala sam da će to biti lako ljetno štivo prožeto humorom i anegdotama no ispalo je ponešto drugačije što nije nužno loše no nije niti ono čemu sam se nadala.

 

U ovoj se knjizi predstavljaju i objašnjavaju četiri tipa osobnosti koje su predstavljene kao crvena - žuta - zelena - plava. One odgovaraju četiri tipa temperamenta koja je predstavio Hipokrat. Crveni su dominantni i žure ispunjenju svog cilja nauštrb pogreškama, žuti su također brzi u poduzimanju nečeg, osmišljavanju i kovanju velikih planova no često ih ne završe već radije započnu novi veliki plan jer im je bitno da je nov, kreativni su i obožavaju pričati, zeleni su oni koji izbjegavaju sukobe, pokušavaju svima ugoditi, teško im je reći ne i ispuniti će svoje obaveze no nikad neće preuzeti inicijativu ili žuriti ili učiniti nešto spontano i kreativno, oni vole stabilnost i stagnaciju, plavi su hladni i proračunati, šute i kalkuliraju, uvijek provjeravaju sve činjenice više puta što ih čini sporima, ali točnima, ne vole se oslanjati na osjećaje i rade sve po pravilima.

 

Knjiga je podijeljena na poglavlja koja se orijentiraju na određene situacije te iza svakog kratkog uvoda imamo zastupljena sva četiri tipa osobnosti i njihovo reagiranje u danim situacijama ili objašnjenjem kako drugi te tipove vide ili kako bi se mi kao suprotne ili iste boje trebali odnositi prema toj konkretnoj boji. Ponekad su uz boje navedene i šaljive priče koje bi trebale demonstrirati tu boju u stvarnom životu.

 

Ova je knjiga vrlo jednostavna te ne zahtijeva nikakvo predznanje o ovoj temi. Toliko je jednostavno napisana da se ponekad čini prejednostavnim. Autor želi dočarati ovu temu svim čitateljima pa polazi od činjenice da većina neće imati mnogo predznanja o ljudskom ponašanju i tipovima ličnosti što može dovesti do toga kako neki od čitatelja mogu osjećati da im se autor obraća svisoka odnosno smatra ih manje inteligentnima. U nekoliko sam se primjera i ja tako osjećala kad sam čitala njegove izmišljene priče koje je dao kao primjer u određenim situacijama jer su izmišljeni ljudi u tim pričama bili toliki stereotipi neke ljudske karakteristike da bi bilo pravilno usporediti ih sa shvaćanjem 'viceva o plavušama' potpuno istinitim i neupitnim. I to ne samo za tu jednu 'plavušu' u pitanju već o svim ženama rođenima s plavom bojom kose. Ljudi nisu primjer samo jedne te boje, ljudi su komplicirana bića koja su kombinacija tih boja i svaka od boja dolazi do izražaja u nekoj situaciji.

 

Autor ove knjige, Thomas Erikson, ima impresivan život iza sebe, visoko obrazovana osoba sa raznolikim radnim i životnim iskustvom i nadasve iskustvom rada sa mnoštvom različitih ljudi što je nešto zbog čega ga cijenim i vrednujem njegovo znanje. No, imam osjećaj kako u ovoj knjizi često i on sam to napominje i to malko previše jer ispada poprilično egoističan i sveznalica.

 

Nakon detaljnog čitanja ove knjige i istraživanja ove teme te samog autora ja još uvijek ne znam u koju bi boju trebala strpati sebe. U različitim životnim situacijama pokazujem karakteristike sve četiri boje i ni jedna po ovim stereotipima koje je on prikazao mi nije dominantna. To me poprilično razočaralo. Posebice zato što je autor napomenuo kako ni jednom nije sreo osobu sa sve četiri boje i kako smatra da nije vjerojatno da one postoje. Vjerojatno je onda stvar u činjenici da nisam dovoljno osviještena o samoj sebi, mom karakteru i mojim osobinama. Bilo bi mi drago kad bi autor koji tvrdi da toliko zna i da u jednom razgovoru može raspoznati kojim bojama osoba pripada, malo približi i nama samima kako da to otkrijemo za sami sebe, a ne samo za ljude koji nas okružuju. No, to bi bilo očekivati nešto više od ove pojednostavljene verzije već postojećih tipova osobnosti.

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text 2019-07-15 12:00
Importance of a positive attitude towards team leaders

Importance of a positive attitude towards team leaders

Leaders, who are achieving lasting success, are those leaders who have a positive outlook on life. To be an effective team leader, it is important that you have a positive view on your life.

A positive attitude not just decides your level of satisfaction it additionally impacts how others interface with you.

A Positive Attitude is a Choice

As a team leader, you ought to never wait for another person to inspire you. Do not let the circumstances dictate the way you think. No matter what may have happened yesterday, your attitude today is your decision.

Your Attitude Determines Your Actions

Success isn't generally the result of a high IQ or exceptional talent. Your attitude is always more significant than your aptitude. A positive attitude is important because your attitude will decide your activities.

Your Team is a Mirror of Your Attitude

A team leader can not be have a poor attitude and at the same time the team members are expected to be positive. A leader's positive attitude not only fuels the leader but also encourages the team to continue until they succeed. As a team leader, one of your objectives ought to be to pass on your positive attitude to your team.

Maintain a Positive Attitude

If you already have a positive attitude, it is significant that you take a shot at looking after it. Maintaining a positive attitude is better than trying to regain one. If you struggle to expect the best of yourself and your team,  recall you can transform it since you can pick your attitude.

 

How Team Leaders Can Improve Their Attitudes

Feeds on a sustainable diet of positive and inspirational material. Begin feeding yourself with a regular diet of motivational books and talks. The more negative you are, the longer it will take to change your behavior around you. A steady diet of positivity will change you into a positive thinker.

 

Achieve a goal a day. If team leaders feel that they are not making progress, it might make them fall into a rut of negativity. Team leaders can overcome this by setting achievable daily goals for themselves. A pattern of positive achievement will help build up a pattern of positive thinking.

 

Put up reminders of positivity. Put up reminders in your work area and home to keep your thoughts positive. You can put up awards, inspirational posters or positive letters you received. Discover something that will work for you.

 

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text 2019-06-26 10:13
Communication Skills for Workplace Success

These Communications Skills Employers are looking for employees

 

The capacity to communicate effectively with bosses, partners, and staff is essential, no matter what industry you work in. Workers in the digital age must know how to effectively convey and get messages face to face just as by means of phone, email, and social media. Good communication skills will enable you to get hired, land promotions, and be a success throughout your profession.

 

Top 10 Communication Skills

 

Want to stand out from the competition? These are the top 10 communication skills that recruiters and hiring managers need to find in your resume and cover letter. Highlight these skills and demonstrate them during job interviews, and you’ll establish a solid first impression. Keep on building up these skills once you’re hired, and you’ll impress your boss, teammates, and clients.

 

 

1. Listening

 

Being a good listener is one of the most ideal approaches to be a good communicator. No one likes communicating with someone who thinks just about putting in her two cents and does not take the time to listen to the other person. If you are not a good listener, you will find it difficult to understand what you are being asked to do.

Take the time to practice active listening. Active listening includes giving close attention to what the other  individual is saying, asking clarifying questions, and rephrasing what the individual says to ensure understanding ("So, what you're saying is…"). Through active listening, you can better understand what the other person is trying to say, and give proper answers.

 

2. Nonverbal Communication

 

Your body language,  eye to eye connection, hand gestures, and tone of voice all color the message you are attempting to pass on. A relaxed, open stand and a friendly tone will cause you to seem agreeable and will encourage others to speak openly with you.

Eye contact is also significant; you need to look at the individual in the eye to demonstrate that you are focused on them and the conversation. Additionally, pay attention to other individuals' nonverbal sign while you are talking. Frequently, nonverbal  signals convey how a person is really feeling. 

For example, if that person does not see you in  the eye, it can be uncomfortable or hide the truth.

 

3. Clarity and Concision

 

Good verbal communication means saying simply enough – don't talk excessively or  too little. Try to tell your message as little as possible. Say what you want clearly and directly, whether you're speaking to someone face to face, on the phone, or via email. If you ramble on, your listener will either give you a tone or you will be uncertain about what you want.

 

Think about what you need to say before you say it.  This will assist you with avoiding too much and additionally confusing your audience.

 

Read also - The 4 Macro Skills in Communication

 

4. Friendliness

 

Through a friendly tone, a personal question or just a smile, you will encourage your colleagues to engage in open and honest communication with you.

 It's imperative to be decent and polite in all your workplace communications. It is important in both face-to-face and written communication. When you can, personalize your emails to coworkers and/or employees – a quick "I hope you all had a good weekend" toward the beginning of an email can customize a message and make the beneficiary feel progressively appreciated.

 

5. Confidence

 

It is imperative to be sure about your interactions with others. Confidence shows your colleagues that you believe in what you are saying and follow through it.

 Exuding confidence can be as basic as looking or utilizing a firm but friendly tone. Avoid making statements sound like questions. Obviously, be mindful so as not to sound self-important or  aggressive. Make certain you are continually listening to and empathizing with the other person.

 

6. Empathy

 

Using phrases in simple form "I think where you are coming from" demonstrates that you are listening to another person and respect their opinion.

Even when you disagree with an employer, coworker, or employee, it is significant for you to comprehend and respect their point of view.

 

7. Open-Mindedness

 

A good communicator ought to go into any discussion with a flexible, open mind. Instead of just receiving your message, be open to listen and understand the perspectives of another person.

By actively participating in the dialogue with individuals who disagree, you can have a more honest and productive conversation.

 

8. Respect

 

Individuals will be progressively open to communicating with you if you convey respect for them and their ideas. Basic activities like utilizing a person's name, making eye contact, and actively listening when an individual talks will make the individual feel appreciated.

Avoid distractions on the phone, and stay focused on the conversation.

Take the time to edit your message and Convey respect through email. If you send a misleading written, misleading email, the beneficiary will think that you do not respect him enough to think through his communication with him.

 

9. Feedback

 

Being able to properly respond and receive feedback is an important communication skill. Directors and bosses ought to continuously search for approaches to give employees with constructive feedback, be it through email, phone calls, or weekly status updates.

Giving feedback involves giving praise as well – something as basic as saying "great job" or" thanks for taking care of that" to an employee" can increase motivation.

Similarly, you should be able to accept and encourage feedback from others. Listen to the feedback you give, if you are unsure about the problem, ask a clear question, and try to apply the feedback.

 

10. Picking the Right Medium

 

A significant communication skill is to  just recognize what type of communication to use. For example, some serious conversations (layoffs, resignation, changes in salary, etc.) are almost always best done in person.

You should also think about the individual with whom you wish to talk, if they are a very busy person (such as your boss, perhaps),you should want to convey your message through email. People will appreciate your thoughtful means of communication and your chances of positive feedback will be more likely.

 

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