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Wednesday, July 5, 2006
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Issue 40
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VOLUME 2
ISSUE 40
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Recently, a group of SOLUTIONS agencies attended a workshop on setting boundaries in our work lives and our personal lives. Everyone agreed that setting boundaries is a skill that can be, well, difficult.
Boundaries are necessary for good communication and a healthy attitude towards our co-workers, customers, friends, and family. But, if they are so important, why are they so difficult?
One reason might be that many people have a challenge separating the things in life that are their responsibility from actions that are the responsibility of others.
For example, do you have anyone at work that behaves in a way that is very different (in other words, "wrong") from the way you would do it? Have you ever tried to "fix" that person?
Maybe they have a tendency to talk about others. You disapprove and worry, fret, and otherwise try to control their behavior. Why should they change when you have done all the work of worrying and fretting for them? What would happen if you took responsibility for your own actions and simply did not join in on the conversations? This boundary allows their actions to follow a natural course that probably ends up with a visit with the agency owner.
Making a decision to control what you can, and letting go of what you can't - this is setting boundaries. Has the staff in your agency learned to set boundaries? What challenges do you personally face setting boundaries? Would you like to see more classes and discussion groups on this topic? Click the link below and join with other agencies to share your thoughts.
If you are a SOLUTIONS agency, Click Here to respond to Ted's Blogs and join with other agencies to explore how to set boundaries in your agency. |
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Part III:
Will Your Agency Become "Distinct" or "Extinct"?
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The idea of a purple cow is that it would be "remarkable" compared to ordinary "brown" cows. This article is the third in a series to explore the elusive goal of becoming remarkable. |
This month explores 7 creative ways your agency can make a difference in your local community.
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In this issue...
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Part III:
Hiring the Best...Not The Rest
One Dozen Powerful Strategies For Avoiding Thieves, Spies, Con-Artists and ...
Don Phin, HR That Works
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As an employment law attorney, Don Phin has seen every form of bad employee. This article is Part 3 in a series presenting insights on how to keep these cancers out of your workplace.
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You May
Not Be Able To Get Rid Of Stress...
But You Sure Can Learn How To Have Sunny Days In Spite Of It!
Anonymous
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Want to brighten up your stressed-out workday?
These words of wisdom may just do the trick! |
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You Can't
Afford To Ignore or Mishandle Employment Problems
Common Sense Ways To Avoid Critical Staffing Challenges
Tom Baker, SOLUTIONS Coordinator Advanced Automation
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Paying attention to being a leader and meeting the needs of your staff are effective ways to avoid legal issues.
Here are some practical ways to solve staffing problems before they happen. |
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How Do
You Spell Success? APPRECIATION
Discovering The Benefits of Reward & Recognition For Your Agency
Tom Baker, SOLUTIONS Coordinator Advanced Automation
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Reward & Recognition are two of the most important, and most overlooked, words that can spell increased success for your agency. Here are some practrical ways to know what is needed to create an effective R&R program for your agency. |
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Complexity,
Intangibles & Insurance
Chris Burand
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How complex is insurance coverage? A few years ago Chris analyzed all the possible combinations of coverage a homeowner could consider. Every agency owner needs to read Chris' answer as well as his insights in how to manage our changing industry. |
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SOLUTIONS Update
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SOLUTIONS Works!
"This
is great! I’ve formally incorporated the
new SOLUTIONS training modules into
our new employee training manual which includes
the st1:place w:st="on">Applied
University
classes as well as agency specific training.
I have five new employees right now and these
classes and schedule are just what I needed
to make sure that SOLUTIONS
gets the emphasis it deserves."
Darin McClure
Waites & Hillburn Insurance
Macon, GA
WANTED!
AGENCY OWNERS
WHO HAVE
HAD ENOUGH Of...
SOLUTIONS is the most comprehensive agency growth resource in our industry..
And It Works!
Are You Ready for Change?
You have Questions,
We have SOLUTIONS! |
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