Posts Tagged ‘Employee Motivation Ideas’

Out on the Skinny Branches

Monday, April 18th, 2011

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Thank God it’s Monday!™ I’m not sure where the notion gained acceptance, but sometimes the unwise will suggest that it is not okay to make mistakes. I argue the contrary.

Mistakes often indicate that you’ve tried something new. Mistakes often result from action. But most importantly, mistakes are always learning opportunities, provided you learn the lesson so that you don’t repeat that same mistake.

It is incredibly easy to find your groove and continue on fearlessly in that groove. But sometimes you have to step out of your comfort zone and let yourself fall. You will not be successful every time. But if you never step into the unknown, out onto the skinny branches, you’ll never achieve the success you desire.

Have a great Monday!

Roxanne

Roxanne Emmerich’s Thank God It’s Monday! How to Create a Workplace You and Your Customers Love climbed to #1 on Amazon’s bestseller list and made the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists—all in the first week of its release. Roxanne is renowned for her ability to transform “ho-hum” workplaces into dynamic, results-oriented, “bring-it-on” cultures. If you are not currently receiving the Thank God It’s Monday e-zine and weekly audios, subscribe today at www.ThankGoditsMonday.com.

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How You Do Anything is How You Do Everything

Monday, March 28th, 2011

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Thank God it’s Monday!™ It’s true: How you do anything is how you do everything. So with this understanding, take pride in the ‘ordinary’ tasks.

Take answering the phone. Do you pick up the phone with zest and pizzazz? Do you blow the caller out of the water so they are compelled to open up?

You see, the distinction between ‘ordinary’ and ‘extraordinary’ customer service is miniscule. Put in that ounce of extra effort that tips the scale and moves you past the others.

Smile as you answer, and let the smile transfer through to the caller. Ask questions, and care about the answers. Answer with love, and genuine interest in helping, and that attitude will permeate everything you do, because how you do anything is how you do everything.

Have a great Monday!

Roxanne

Roxanne Emmerich’s Thank God It’s Monday! How to Create a Workplace You and Your Customers Love climbed to #1 on Amazon’s bestseller list and made the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists—all in the first week of its release. Roxanne is renowned for her ability to transform “ho-hum” workplaces into dynamic, results-oriented, “bring-it-on” cultures. If you are not currently receiving the Thank God It’s Monday e-zine and weekly audios, subscribe today at www.ThankGoditsMonday.com.

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Mastery Loves (Your) Company

Thursday, March 17th, 2011

I know the expression is “misery loves company.” That’s true too. But if you want something that loves YOUR company and boosts your bottom line, it’s mastery to the rescue.
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When More is Less

Thursday, March 10th, 2011

One of the most counter-intuitive studies EVER on motivation came out a few months ago from MIT. At first glance, it’s just bizarre. But the more you think about it, the more powerful, and sensible, it becomes.
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Who Motivates the Motivator?

Monday, December 27th, 2010

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Thank God it’s Monday!™ To give a dollar, you need a dollar. To shed a pound, you need a pound. Bottom line, you can’t give what you don’t already have.

Well, the same goes for inspiration. You CLAIM that you want to motivate others. You CLAIM that you want to stand as an example. Bottom line, you CLAIM that you want to inspire. Well then, spend time inspiring yourself. Every single day!

Make it a habit to read about the miraculous. Hop on the web and check out an inspirational quote. Identify those who have excelled in your field, and have conversations with them. Ask meaningful questions. Why and how have they been so successful?

Only then, once you have firmly established inspiration in YOUR life, will you effectively inspire those around you.

Have a great Monday!

Roxanne

Roxanne Emmerich’s Thank God It’s Monday! How to Create a Workplace You and Your Customers Love climbed to #1 on Amazon’s bestseller list and made the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists—all in the first week of its release. Roxanne is renowned for her ability to transform “ho-hum” workplaces into dynamic, results-oriented, “bring-it-on” cultures. If you are not currently receiving the Thank God It’s Monday e-zine and weekly audios, subscribe today at www.ThankGoditsMonday.com.

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Work Incentives that WORK

Thursday, November 25th, 2010

It’s true: money is a useful motivator. But according to a classic study at Ohio State University, it’s not the only motivator that increases employee engagement and productivity. Turns out it’s not even the most effective one.
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Stay Awake

Monday, November 8th, 2010

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Thank God it’s Monday!™ Its 2 p.m. and you’re exhausted. You were up late helping Ali with her homework, and when you finally got to bed, you couldn’t sleep. The stresses of the office hung over your head like a thundercloud.

You’re not alone. The Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine estimates that nearly 40 percent of workers experience fatigue at the workplace. What’s the big deal? So workers are a little bit tired. The big deal is in the numbers: the same study put lost productivity from tired employees and unproductive working habits in the billions of dollars each year. Tired employees are not as effective as energized and well-rested employees. It is as simple as that.

So make the change. Relax. Exercise. Go for a walk. And most important, don’t say, “I’m tired.” Trick your brain by repeating, “I’m energized, I’m energized.” It works! And sleep soundly, knowing that tomorrow you’ll perform at the top of your game.

Have a great Monday!

Roxanne

Roxanne Emmerich’s Thank God It’s Monday! How to Create a Workplace You and Your Customers Love climbed to #1 on Amazon’s bestseller list and made the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists—all in the first week of its release. Roxanne is renowned for her ability to transform “ho-hum” workplaces into dynamic, results-oriented, “bring-it-on” cultures. If you are not currently receiving the Thank God It’s Monday e-zine and weekly audios, subscribe today at www.ThankGoditsMonday.com.

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TGIM e-zine: October 25, 2010

Monday, October 25th, 2010

Issue 101 ~ October 25, 2010

In this Issue:

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TGIM e-zine: October 18, 2010

Monday, October 18th, 2010

Issue 100 ~ October 18, 2010

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Shake It Up a Bit

Monday, October 4th, 2010

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Thank God it’s Monday!™ Stuck in a rut? We’ve all been there. You wake up and eat the same thing, tasteless but sustainable. You walk into the office, casually greet the same people, and continue on, hardly listening to what your coworkers have to say. You work. You go home. And then you do it again.

Routines keep us grounded to a certain extent. There is a comfort in having a sense of life’s direction—even if that direction is circular.

But why not spice things up? Instead of saying, “Morning, Bob,” throw him a high five. Heck, make it a behind-the-back high five!

Instead of reading the paper during your lunch break, grab Chris, the new guy that you haven’t spent much time with and chat it up a bit!

You’ll be amazed at the shift in attitude these simple changes can make.

Have a great Monday!

Roxanne

Roxanne Emmerich’s Thank God It’s Monday! How to Create a Workplace You and Your Customers Love climbed to #1 on Amazon’s bestseller list and made the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists—all in the first week of its release. Roxanne is renowned for her ability to transform “ho-hum” workplaces into dynamic, results-oriented, “bring-it-on” cultures. If you are not currently receiving the Thank God It’s Monday e-zine and weekly audios, subscribe today at www.ThankGoditsMonday.com.

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