Netiquette

As our economy becomes more globalized, we rely heavily on technology for communication purposes with employers, colleagues, clients, and prospective employers. But, before you hit send, here are some helpful tips to keep in mind:

1. The computer is the property of your employer, including your email correspondence and Internet usage.

2. Many employers solicit resumes online through various job seeker websites. If you are applying for a job online, select an appropriate username. That is, do not use a cute username or a suggestive username. Doing so will reduce your chances for an interview.

3. WHEN YOU USE ALL CAPS, THE READER PERCEIVES THIS AS SHOUTING!

4. Always use the spellcheck feature.

5. Just the facts, ma'am. Avoid lengthy emails but also do not leave out important information.

For more tips or to schedule a 'Netiquette" training for your office or organization, contact me at dmw@donnamariawalker.com!

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Donna-Maria Walker, MS, LLC

Leadership is a Transferable Commodity

"Our chief want is someone who will inspire us to be what we know we could be."
Ralph Waldo Emerson

Want to sharpen your leadership skills but can't afford extensive leadership training and development from a personal coach or consultant?

BE A MENTOR!

Were you fortunate enough to have a mentor at any point in your life? If so, I'm confident that your mentor actively and consciously decided that you were worth his or her time. This was not an accidental relationship.

Leadership is a transferable commodity. Regardless of where you are in your personal or professional life, someone could benefit from your time and expertise.

Let me know how it goes. I look forward to your feedback!

dmw@donnamariawalker.com
or
www.donnamariawalker.com

Why Diversity Training? Why Not!

The complexion of organizations has changed dramatically over the last century. We no longer work primarily with and for our families on the farm or in the family business/store. As many of us are very aware, we do not have the opportunity to choose who we work with. Diversity includes, but is not limited to: age, race, gender, sexual orientation, demographic background, etc. Discrimination can be informal and pervasive. In order to create workforce diversification, we must change the organizational culture (i.e., the assumptions, communications and values that exist among employees).

And, while there are many variables that separate us,it is imperative that we focus on those variables that bring us together in today's globalized economy.
Not doing so, could bruise relationships in the workplace or even land an employer in court.

Some tips:

1. Establish organizational diversity policies
2. Review these policies/hold formal trainings with staff/volunteers
3. Ensure performance appraisals are standardized and are equally applied to all
4. Be consistent with evaluations and suggestions for improvement

For more information or to schedule a diversity training for your organization, contact me at dmw@donnamariawalker.com!

Meeting Managment Tips

Okay, let's face it. We've all endured some pretty horrible meetings, right? Here are some tips for you to use to improve your next meeting.

1. Send out the agenda(s) in advance

2. DON'T WASTE TIME and don't allow others to waste time

3. Encourage positive confrontation of problems

4. Focus on and be tough on the problems, not the people

5. Take turns running meetings. Delegate responsibility so others may feel
included and take ownership of the information and the meetings

6. Meetings should include both reporting and discussion. This will vary the
pace of the meeting and help people feel included

If you would like to learn more tips for how to run an excellent meeting, or if you would like to let me know how these tips have helped you in your life, email me at dmw@donnamariawalker.com

Healthy Workplaces Are My Passion

Healthy workplaces are my passion. We spend more time at work than we do with our families...so, why not make our workplaces as enjoyable as possible? My work as a consultant allows me to assist individuals and organizations in their pursuit of excellence. Thank you for visiting my blog. Please take a moment to visit my website at
www.donnamariawalker.com.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Donna-Maria Walker, MS, LLC