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Summary
Summary
THE RIGHT PHRASE FOR EVERY SITUATION . . . EVERY TIME Hundreds of Ready-to-Use Phrases for Encouraging and Recognizing Employee Excellence!
Whether you're giving a pep talk to a team or inspiring a direct report in a one-on-one meeting, you need the right words to keep your staff focused, engaged, enthusiastic, and productive.
This fully revised and updated edition of Perfect Phrases for Motivating and Rewarding Employees has hundreds of ready-to-use phrases for inspiring peak performance. Learn the most effective language for:
Creating a positive work environment Motivating people to achieve goals Providing performance-enhancing feedback Boosting morale in tough times Using social networking for business successAuthor Notes
Harriet Diamond and Linda Eve Diamond have written numerous business skills books. Harriet founded and ran a successful training and consulting firm for twenty years; Linda has fifteen years' experience in the field of corporate training. They live in Atlantic City, NJ, and Hollywood, FL, respectively.
Table of Contents
Part 1 The Why's and Wisdom of Motivation: The Manager as Motivator |
Chapter 1 Why Motivate? |
Motivation vs. De-motivation |
Excuses for Not Motivating |
Reasons for Motivating |
Chapter 2 The Wise Motivator |
Self-Motivation |
Your Style |
Be a Change Agent |
Set Clear Expectations |
Lead by Example |
Motivating Employees |
Part 2 Perfect Phrases for Motivating Employees |
Chapter 3 A Positively Motivating Environment |
A Positive Workplace |
Respect |
The "Everyone Counts" Attitude |
Stress Less |
Team Spirit |
Productive Meetings |
Chapter 4 Ongoing Performance Management |
Ongoing Positive Feedback |
Ongoing Developmental Feedback |
Planning for the Performance Review Meeting |
The Performance Review Meeting |
Employee Goals and Growth |
Chapter 5 Modeling and Encouraging Communication Skills |
Clear Communication |
Listening for Clear Communication |
Clear Communication Choices |
Chapter 6 Motivating Critical Skills |
Creativity |
Initiative |
Critical Thinking |
Flexibility |
Time Management |
Organization |
Presentation Skills |
Chapter 7 Motivational Challenges |
A Culturally Diverse Workforce |
Generations at Work |
The Underachiever |
The Powerhouse Overachiever |
The Part-Time Employee |
The Virtual Commuter |
The Naysayer |
Complaints About the Rules |
Employee Conflicts |
Chapter 8 Raising Morale in Tough Times |
Transitions |
Tough Economic Conditions |
Bad Company Publicity |
The Whole Team Is Down |
Part 3 Motivational Rewards: Perfect Benefits, Perks, and Rewards |
Chapter 9 Perfect Benefits |
Health Insurance |
Wellness Programs |
Retirement Plans |
Personal Days, Sick Days, and Vacation Days |
Flextime |
Chapter 10 Perfect Perks and Rewards |
Public Recognition and Rewards |
Bonuses, Incentives, and Tuition Reimbursement |
Contests and Competitions |
Gifts and Special Occasions |
Conclusion |