Archive | September, 2008

A Civilized Workplace!

Or lack of it :-). Well, this is a bigger problem than you might think—jerks and bullies in the workplace. Research shows that they not only hinder retention (and recruiting) but also raise levels of client churn, damage reputations, and diminish the confidence of the work-public.
Companies that harbor jerks may also suffer from reduced [...]

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Pace and Lead!

We run to angry people all the time. Whether your are in Customer Service and dealing with angry customers or school administrators dealing with angry parents, handling an angry person and being able to lead them to a more calm — and logical — state can be a very desired skill.
The most common mistake that [...]

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Stomach ache

Here are some natural ways to remedy an occasional stomach ache:

Think tea! Chamomile or peppermint tea with a bit of honey does wonders
Eat slices of a warm apple, sprinkle with a little sugar and ground ginger if possible
Drink lime sherbet or lemon-lime soda
Drink constant sips of lukewarm water
If you can, try a teaspoon of [...]

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