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Getting Results: The Qualities of Effective Mentoring Relationships

by FocalPoint Business Coaching of Canada on February 12, 2019 with No Comments

Many of us can attribute at least some of our current levels of success to a colleague, manager, teacher or friend who took the time to help us along the way. That’s because mentoring works. In fact, Terri A. Scandura, a leadership expert and former dean of the University of Miami’s MBA program, says that up to 71% of Fortune 500 companies have mentoring programs. Owners and executives who implement these types of programs and encourage constructive mentoring relationships see … Read More

5 Leadership Tips to Improve Internal Communications

by FocalPoint Business Coaching of Canada on January 22, 2019 with No Comments

All business owners and executives want to build a highly engaged workforce of efficient, energized and loyal employees, but that’s easier said than done. While many leaders search for quick fixes, we understand that the key to unlocking increased productivity and a thriving team-oriented culture is more time-honored than trendy – the key is to improve your internal communications. If you’re concerned because communication isn’t your strongest-suit, you’re not alone. Communication skills are learned. Just like sales techniques or time … Read More

Essential Employee Engagement Techniques for New Hires

by FocalPoint Business Coaching of Canada on November 13, 2018 with No Comments

Employee engagement is a topic that has taken center stage for today’s business leaders – partially because of its link with productivity optimization but also because low engagement levels have become an epidemic in the workplace. According to Gallup’s 2017 State of the American Workplace report, only one-third of the American workforce is engaged – meaning only 33% of workers are involved in, enthusiastic about and committed to their work and their employer. This leaves 51% who are not engaged and 16% who are actively disengaged – meaning … Read More

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