Stop That! 9 Manager Behaviors That Drive Employees Crazy
People are always talking about how to act in front of the boss. There are countless articles offering advice about what not to do to upset your manager or supervisor. Yet employees aren’t the only ones that should be mindful of how they act. Managers should also be aware of certain behaviors that can drive their employees nuts. If they go unchecked, these actions can seriously hinder the ability of a workforce to attain its [...]
The Most Productive Office Layout
Image from Mashable.com Incentives and bonuses may not be enough to encourage a productive workforce. Sometimes, the office layout plays a large role in motivation, and should be adjusted for optimum work. According to Mashable, the most productive office layout consists of comfortable and ergonomic workspaces. That means chairs that encourage good posture and screens and desks that are adjusted to height. A productive office layout should also have natural lighting, be free [...]
Announcement: New Specialized Training Available
Profiles Asia Pacific already offers numerous selection assessments, but this month we are proud to announce a release of specialized training programs to our repertoire! The following assessments can be conducted online by participants as a prerequisite to their specialized training. The following are available as of August 2015. Please contact us for more information. Learning Profiles™ & Assessments Coaching Effectiveness Profile Communication Effectiveness Profile Creativity & Innovation Profile Customer Service Commitment Profile Diversity & [...]
Office Culture: Should Companies Allow Virtual Workdays?
The virtual workday is becoming more common in today's fast-paced workforce, where many of your employees may have to do tasks outside of the office or simply work better from their home offices. Below are some pros and cons of virtual workdays to help you determine whether they are right for your company. Pros of Virtual Workdays Reduces overhead costs - Your business won't have to purchase as many desks if you instate a desk [...]
Train the Trainer Series: Developing Your Training Programs
Join us on August 6 to 7 for our Train the Trainer Series: Developing Your Training Program workshop. This course is designed for practitioners new to the field of instructional system design, or those wanting to apply the latest best practices to their course designs. Register Now Training is an essential element of development in any organization. Being knowledgeable and continuing to learn throughout your career can make you a very valuable asset. We also know that training [...]