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September 13, 8:00 a.m., Executive Committee, Suncoast Workforce Career Center, 3660 N. Washington Blvd., Sarasota
September 20, 11:30 a.m., Suncoast Workforce Annual Meeting, Lakewood Ranch Country Club, 7650 Legacy Blvd., Bradenton. For more information and to RSVP visit Suncoast Workforce Annual Meeting. Registration deadline is September 17. |
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Businesses -- Did
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According to the Conference Board Help Wanted Online data series, there were 2.9 job seekers for every online advertised job for the Suncoast in July. |
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Hot Job! | |
Regional Sales Manager:
Dental-Medical-Vision Benefits Included! Bachelor's degree and a minimum of five years experience required as a Sales Engineer with an OEM switchgear company or similar experience as an Electrical Services Engineer. Level II Thermography preferred. Position located in Lakewood Ranch. Salary $65,000 plus commission. For more information, visit Employ Florida and search for job number 9705708 |
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Greetings!
We have a great program line-up for the September 20 Annual Meeting. Hear what economic development organizations, educators and major employers have to say about workforce solutions in a dynamic, fast-paced and shifting labor market. For more information, visit Suncoast Workforce Annual Meeting. We look forward to seeing you on the 20th!
Sincerely,
Mary Helen Kress, President & CEO
"An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest"- Benjamin Franklin (1706 - 1790), author, inventor |
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Ten Tips to Improve Workplace Attitudes |
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It can be a constant challenge for leaders to keep employees motivated in the workplace. Here are 10 ways to foster and maintain positive attitudes for your employees:
- Set Goals and Deadlines: Clearly defined goals and deadlines provide direction and a level of expectation. They can empower employees, give them a sense of accomplishment when goals are reached and give a reason to celebrate.
- It Starts at the Top: Maintaining a positive work environment starts with leadership. Today's labor force is diverse so understand their preferred learning, work environment and what motivates them.
- Flexible Leadership Styles: Leadership is not one style fits all. Be flexible and use good judgement on when to be open, relaxed and friendly or when to grab the reigns, set limits and ultimately accept full responsibility.
- Encourage People to Achieve & Find Meaning in Their Work: Employees want to know where they fit in and how their work contributes to the overall success of the business. Even in the most mundane job, when they understand the meaning and purpose, they are more likely to achieve results with a better attitude.
- Listen and Follow-up: Listen to your team's ideas and feedback. It is critical to follow-up so they know they've been heard and to let them know what course of action will be taken. Read more...
Source: Shelley Holmes Leadership-and-Motivation-Training.com |
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