Succeeding In This "Do More With Less" Economy!
It´s a challenging time for most businesses now. But, underperforming or failing isn´t an option. Just getting by isn´t such a great idea either. Research shows that investing in bottom line learning is a smart business decision because it will improve morale and productivity now, and make your employees more effective when the economy recovers. In practical terms "Doing More With Less" means that many people in your organization may find themselves overwhelmed. Yet, more than ever, you depend on these employees. They are vital to your current and future success. Training gives them the tools they need not just to survive, but to thrive. The payoff to training your employees now is that their energy stays high, their morale remains strong, productivity stays up, and when the turnaround comes (and it will), your organization will be ready while your competition tries to get back on track.
Learning Objectives:
This timely program gives your employees the skills needed to be more effective and efficient at work right now, and once the business environment has improved, these same skills will help them excel. Your employees will learn how to:
Stay positive, focused and effective while navigating the uncertainties of inevitable change
Use proven techniques to be more productive despite an endless workload
Control projects, competing priorities and critical deadlines even when the pressure is on
Develop the skills to stay self-motivated and keep their morale high
Transfer the business skills learned in "hard times" and use them to advantage in "good times"
Critical Content:
Embracing Change
Change is constant! And, highly successful organizations are resilient and adapt to change. This training will teach your employees how to be "change hardy" so they can withstand the stress that comes with the uncertainty of change.
How to understand and handle the resistance that comes with change
The techniques successful people use to work effectively when everything is changing around them
Eliminate the fear, anger, anxiety and other unpleasant side effects of uncertainty
Use the positive aspects of change for personal growth and success
Use the "best practices" of companies who have made constant change manageable
Understand what the new "work equation" means and how it can be used to succeed now and in the future
Identify the stages of change and use each stage to your personal and professional benefit
Develop your own personal "formula" for dealing with the changes in your organization
Make the term "change is constant" guide your future growth and development
Doing More With Less
Now your employees must learn what they need to do to be effective in this difficult economy and how these skills will help them emerge stronger when the rebound comes! Managing time, projects, relationships and changing job responsibilities are central to success.
How to avoid the biggest mistakes employees make in a "do more with less" environment
Learn the "art of prioritization" so you get the right jobs down right now
Eliminate the factors that lead to bad decisions and workplace paralysis
Identify the things you procrastinate and use a proven plan to eliminate this bad habit
How to take control of daily tasks and changing job responsibilities
Use effective time management tips to lighten the load and brighten your day
Listening - the skill that eliminates mistakes, misunderstandings and extra work
Use Parkinson´s Law to focus on getting things done, rather than on "work"
How not to overspend time on your tasks
You´re organized, they´re not ... Help! You´re creative, they´re not ... Help! The keys to working together when your business styles clash in order to get more done
Learn the art of stress free productivity
An easy organizing strategy to save time, improve efficiency and get more done
Motivate, Participate and Love Your Job Again
We know employees want and need to do a good job. Sometimes it´s just hard to stay motivated and keep morale up. It´s particularly hard if you´ve never been taught how to do this, or if you are so overloaded you don´t think you have time! Our quick and effective skills and strategies are a boon to employees´ productivity and morale.
Why you must stay engaged in tough times
Techniques to look at your job from a new, creative and energized perspective
How to stay motivated, and support your team members
How to create a "To-Do" list for taking responsibility for your job
How to keep your morale high when faced with difficult changes
How to avoid catching the "negativity bug" and how to keep it from spreading
How to create and maintain your value to your organization
How to emerge from hard times with a positive perspective and renewed skills
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