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When it comes to motivation, keep it simple

By Gale Mote | Guest Column Frequently, I am asked the question, “How do I motivate my employees?” My first response is always, with a smile, “good luck with that!” While some argue that external motivation – pay increases, promotions,…

Keys to make 2017 your happiest year ever

By Gale Mote / Guest Column As I write this column, 2016 is coming to…

Is your organization ready for change?

By Gale Mote / Guest Column Organizations that survive and thrive have developed the ability…

It’s never too late to reform your team

By Gale Mote / Guest Column “We just don’t seem to be rowing in the…

Finding your voice will make a difference in outcomes

By Gale Mote / Guest Column I find it interesting, and humbling, when clients, colleagues…

Inspiration in our own backyard

By Gale Mote / Guest Column Thousands of people travel millions of miles to be…

Your employees are watching

By Gale Mote / Guest Column In the past few weeks, I have engaged in…

Tips for getting and keeping the best talent

By Gale Mote / Guest Column “The business of business is people,” said Herb Kelleher,…

The recipe for a happy holiday season

By Gale Mote / Guest Column It is that time of year – advertising blitzes…

Make your contribution to happiness

By Gale Mote / Guest Column Last week, while I was fueling my car, I…

Empathy and relationship building

By Gale Mote / Guest Editorial Empathy is a core skill for building sound relationships,…

Get happy: A look at emotional intelligence

By Gale Mote / Guest Editorial I’ll confess that when I listen to Pharrell William’s…

Team building pays big dividends

By Gale Mote / Guest Editorial Teamwork is to business like gears are to a…

Leveraging the power of purpose

By Gale Mote / Guest Editorial Managers and team leaders frequently ask me, “How do…

Great managers ask great questions

By Gale Mote / Guest Editorial I am often asked, “What are the most important…

Moving the needle with management

By Gale Mote / Guest Editorial Employee engagement figures have not changed much over the…