The most important skill a manager must have and keep on improving is his skill to effectively, clearly and respectfully communicate with others.
Story about stress: What to do when a clock has a nervous breakdown
Things aren’t always what they seem, that is why it is important to keep a calm mind when solving a problem. A nervous breakdown won’t help you solve it.
Problem solving story: Sometimes you just need to let it be for a moment
You can not find a clear solution if you have your mind “muddy” with problems. Take a moment to let the dirt settle and then find the solution.
Story about happiness: When a man became a member of the “99 club”
What is the “99 club”? Maybe you are a member of it and don’t even know. If you want to know what are the symptoms of the “99 club” are read the story.
Leadership story: The Zen masters most important lesson to his student
It doesn’t matter what other people think, in the end, what matters is that you do your best and learn at least one important lesson with each experience.
Teamwork story: Everybody, Somebody, Anybody and Nobody
Always make sure everyone on your team knows about their responsibilities. Don’t let your team assume somebody will do the job. Hold them accountable.
Leadership story: The seeds of future leaders
Leadership comes with great responsibility. And not everyone that wants authority is able of taking responsibility for their actions or results.
Teamwork story: A stick breaks while a bundle of sticks is unbreakable
Your teammates fill in your weaknesses, pick up where you couldn’t go on, and give you the energy to go on. A real teams bond is unbreakable.
Story about communication: The Socrates triple filter
The Socrates triple filter is one of the most important tools you can ever learn to use in life. It will help you to clear your mind.
Story about stress: How long can you hold a glass of water
Sometimes you have to take a break and look at the situation you are facing with a “fresh pair of eyes”. You can deal with stress in many ways. Find yours.