Tuesday, May 04, 2010

Astronology - How to Deal:Difficult Leaders

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Astronology

Volume XI

Issue 5

 

May 4, 2010

Dear Andrew,

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Fact or Fiction

The proper pronunciation of the last name Dr. Seuss is "S-OO-S".
 
FICTION!

Theodor Seuss Geisel was born in Massachusetts to German immigrant parents. As such, he grew up pronouncing his German name "SOYCE."
 
Something to consider as we reflect on the diversity of names in our own workplaces!

 

The Astron Road Show

 

From May 10th - 12th, National Director Jennifer Loftus finds herself at the 2010 Cement Employers Association annual conference. Boston is the host city for this year's conference. Jennifer will present twice, speaking on Astron's work on this year's CEA compensation survey, and "Why Do I Want to Stay Here? Post-Recession Talent Management Challenges and Retention Strategies."

Then, on May 14th, Jennifer guest lectures at the Pace University course Total Rewards: Compensation, Benefits, and Culture. Jennifer will present on trends in variable compensation. For more information on the class, which provides HRCI approved recertification credits, please visit
Pace's website.

 

How to Deal: Difficult Leaders

difficultOffice morale is low, and productivity is at a constant, sub par level. The atmosphere in the organization is that of sheer terror and dissatisfaction, not because of a near miss deadline, but because a supervisor has an overly authoritative approach to leading his team....more

 

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