Feeling F.R.E.S.H. at work every day!

Hi

I have just finished reading a book recently published by Karen Schmidt. This book has been well written, well researched and is full of practical ideas about making the workplace a more enjoyable place to be. One of the things that Bright Young Things look for in an employer is a capacity and willingness to make the work environment a fun place to be.

Despite the obvious link between happy staff and productivity you'd be surprised at the number of bosses who just don't get it! If you get a chance go to Karen's website, http://www.letsgrow.com.au/products.htm and order the book. I'm not sure whether it will be in bookstores or not but it is well worth a read. If you found this review useful please let Karen know.

Harry

The Financial Crisis - What does it mean for your BYTs?

With the stories of gloom and doom being regularly reported in every media outlet over the past couple of months, it is fair to ask "What do our Bright Young Things think about all this in relation to themselves and our organisation?" Well, the first thing you do is assure them of your viability! Feel free to tell them what it means for the organisation, what plans will haveb to be modified, delayed or scrapped. no amount of "spin" will cushion the diasappointment that comes from unpleasant surprises.

There is little doubt that the financial crisis has resulted in a tightening of capital availability and the subsequent slowdown of any business expansion. If questions have not been directly asked of you as the boss then it is in your best interests and those of your organisation and employees to get on the front foot and address them directly.

If you find yourself in a situation where projected or promised salary reviews will be smaller than originally thought tell them now.

Suggest to them that an opportunity exists, especially for those who will be unable to access superannuation for 30 or 40 years that the current slump in share prices presents a chance to purchase extra units at a suppressed price. Offer to work through a salary sacrifice package for them.

With all the negative publicity surrounding this "crisis" how much will your attitude toward "opportunity" stand out? LOTS!!!

My book has been launched!

Well, after 7 months of writing and researching, 4 months of production - editing, proofing, graphics design, printing, shipping and headaches my book was launched last night at a function at the Greek Club in South Brisbane. The book, "The Boss's Guide to Bright Young Things", has been out since April and has been received (and sold!) very well. You can have a look at the function here: View Pictures

Welcome to the blog

Hi there. This is the first entry. There are many issues and challenges facing us in business as well as in our social lives, particularly in those community and service organisations, nonprofits and charities that are so important to the life and fabric of our society.


I hope that we can explore these issues and challenges together.

Harry