Read Part One of this two-part series here 6. SET REASONABLE & CUSTOMIZED EXPECTATIONS Discouragement and low morale often stem from unrealistic expectations or goals that aren’t obtainable. While leadership may set these if individuals and teams aren’t involved, this can lead to cultural issues. For example, A new hire may not be able to achieve goals if the training [...]
A changing labor market requires companies to view job candidates and current employees differently. While most marketing efforts are spent on attracting and retaining external customers (those who buy products or services), this is quickly changing. Since the pandemic and the Great Resignation, companies have recognized the importance of internal customers (e.g., job candidates, employees, and vendor partners) and the [...]
Identify Ideal Job Candidates in A Tough Employment Market The employment market is excellent if someone is seeking a new job. (1) However, for organizations finding the right candidate can be elusive, especially when the role you need to fill goes beyond just having the right skills, experience, education, or training. Today's job seekers recognize that there are plenty of [...]
Contrary to popular theory, failure is not the last stop in a journey but is merely a step toward success. Known as a "comfort zone," people have an area to cocoon to protect themselves from rejection, but most importantly, failure. Unfortunately, this comfort zone will hinder success if the fear of failure is not addressed and overcome. In fact, in [...]
Aruba has a rich, multicultural past reflected in the artwork, architecture, cuisine, traditions, and warm, friendly people. What started as a fishing outpost for the Amerindians has changed hands between the Spanish and Dutch for centuries. It is now a diverse constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. CLIMATE AND SEASONS IN ARUBA The best time of year to [...]
The beautiful beaches of Marco Island make it a popular destination almost any time of year. Located just off the Gulf of Mexico within the Ten Thousand Islands, Marco Island is popular with boaters and those who love to fish, either seriously or recreationally. Kayaking among the mangrove-covered islands is a principal activity, along with birdwatching. Shorebirds are everywhere. It [...]
Excellent verbal communication is a key characteristic of a good leader and a core leadership function. Effective leadership and communication are like a glove in a hand. Leaders need to be skilled communicators in all relationships, not only in their organization but also in communities and groups, sometimes on a global scale. Effective communication is an essential skill for achieving [...]
Puerto Rico is a Caribbean Island measuring 100 miles long by 35 miles wide and contains incredible geographic diversity, ranging from glistening white sandy beaches, lush mountain ranges, tropical rain forests, and luscious green parks. You can cross the Island in a couple of hours. Some of the popular locations in Puerto Rico include San Juan, Vieques, Culebra, or Carolina [...]
Tampa is a city located on Tampa Bay, along Florida's Gulf Coast. A large natural harbor with a shallow estuary connected to the Gulf of Mexico, Tampa is located on the west-central coast of Florida. In 1886, Vicente Martinez Ybor visited this city and set up his Cuban-born cigar empire. The Ybor City neighborhood is a dining and nightlife destination. [...]
Boundaries are designed to give organizations the ability to stay aligned with their vision, mission, and goals for conducting business. Vision, mission, and goals can be found in mission statements, annual reports, or on an organization's website. Job descriptions also provide boundaries to employees by informing them where they need to spend their time and work efforts to meet company [...]