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Author: Dr. Jimmie Flores
Company: Jim's Body of Knowledge
Region: San Antonio, Texas
Website: www.jmbokacademy.com/
Author Comment / Biography:
Dr. Jimmie Flores PhD, DM, PMP®, PMI-RMP®, PMI-SP®, CAPM®, SSBB, ITIL, SPHR®, GPHR®, Security+ Dr. Flores has held management and leadership positions in major companies including Shell Oil Company, The Prudential, and USAA. At USAA, he managed the $11.5 million budget for the IT department. He has extensive experience developing and teaching courses for organizations in the disciplines of Project Management, Human Resources, and Information Technology. Dr. Flores founded a global IT enterprise, and worked both in India and The Philippines. Dr. Flores has written several books including How to Become a Proficient Online Learner. He has earned two doctorates and seven master's degrees.
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41. The Doctor Gave Her Only One Crutch
June 03, 2013
While heading to teach a Project Management course, I ran into a colleague making her way to teach a Database Management course. From a distance, I noticed that she was limping along with just one crutch. Knowing that she needed assistance, I approached her and asked how I could help. With the crutc...
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42. When Employees Quit in Large Numbers - A Conversation with Katrina
June 03, 2013
Several months ago, I had a discussion with a colleague who informed me that her entire department quit on a Friday when she was at a conference. She received a call from the HR department informing her that all five of her employees submitted their resignation.
Here is the discussion I h...
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43. How to Manage a Belligerent Employee
May 27, 2013
There are some people on our team that are tough to manage. They have all the answers, and they are unwilling to play nice. During meetings, these belligerent employees do their best to show you how bored they are with the proceedings. For the most part, they arrive to meetings on time, but they are...
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44. Flight-Etiquette: Should I Tell the Lady Next to Me to Stop Eating?
May 27, 2013
Here recently, I was on a five-hour flight from Honolulu to Los Angeles. As it turns out, this United Airlines flight was nearly filled to capacity. A pre-boarding announcement was made for passengers to consider checking in their carry-on luggage. I needed my bags because I was hoping to shower at ...
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45. 8 Strategies to Managing Conflict in Meetings
May 21, 2013
As a meeting coordinator, it’s important to control what takes place in the get-together, including the agenda, conflict, and apathy. Most of us are aware that many people think meetings can be a waste of time.
Here are 8 strategies to managing conflict in meetings:
1. Make...
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46. TSA Agent: "I'm Doing Terrible! Can't Wait to Retire!"
May 15, 2013
While going through airport security, I observed a TSA agent wasn’t too excited about the work he was doing. While I get negative vibes from workers here and there, it’s unusual for them to tell me point-blank that they are unhappy.
The Situation My flight on this particular day was taki...
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47. If I Were President: No More Micromanagers!
May 13, 2013
In me, you have a candidate that will be specific with my ideas. I understand that I might lose some votes with my policies, but it’s important that I share how I will change the American workplace.
Identifying Micromanagers Micromanagers are individuals who have moved up the ladder lar...
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48. When You Must Say "Yes" to More Work
May 03, 2013
As a business owner, it is tough to turn down work. We know that new contracts are the lifeblood of our business. While current clients are an excellent source of revenue, we must avoid standing still. We cannot expect 100% loyalty, especially in a price-conscious marketplace.
At Your Wor...
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49. My Thoughts on NFL Replacement Referees
May 03, 2013
After three weeks of using NFL replacement referees during the regular season, the National Football League is under tremendous pressure to settle the labor dispute with its officials. The Green Bay at Seattle Monday Night Football matchup had to be a nightmare experience for Commission Roger Goodel...
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50. Why People Resign on a Thursday
April 25, 2013
I received an email last Thursday indicating that a client was no longer available because she served her resignation notice. She quit on a Thursday. I have yet to get the details regarding why she left abruptly, but I started to think why employees walk out the door before completing the notice per...
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