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AE213AWBAJXTBBS83V03 KD Aeron Size B - GENUINE HERMAN MILLER AERON SIZE - Fully Adjustable - The Aeron chair by Herman Miller is, simply put, the best ergonomic chair you can buy. No other office chair works harder to relieve your back and neck pain than the Aeron chair. The high tech mesh fabric means that this chair doesn't look (or work) like other conventional office chairs. But what makes it different makes it better! The patented material on the Aeron distributes pressure evenly over a wider area. The result? You'll stay cool and comfortable no matter what the season. The Herman Miller Aeron spontaneously supports your posture, even when you shift and change positions -- it anticipates your needs and responds. The Aeron chair by Herman Miller is, simply put, the best ergonomic chair you can buy. No other office chair works harder to relieve your back and neck pain than the Aeron chair. The high tech mesh fabric means that this chair doesn't look (or work) like other conventional office chairs. But what makes it different makes it better! The patented material on the Aeron distributes pressure evenly over a wider area. The result? You'll stay cool and comfortable no matter what the season. The Herman Miller Aeron spontaneously supports your posture, even when you shift and change positions -- it anticipates your needs and responds - don't you wish all your colleagues did that? Combining distinctive looks with pioneering ergonomics, Aeron performs like no other chair. It adapts naturally and adjusts precisely to fit people of all sizes and postures doing all kinds of activities, all day long. The imaginative design of both the work and side chairs gives superior comfort, body support, and style that are widely copied but never matched. Made largely of recycled materials, the Aeron chair is designed to last a long time, with parts that get the most wear easily replaced and recycled. Just what you would expect in a well thought-out design.

'Tis the season for ... office holiday parties.

In the summer, it's office picnics or barbecues. At other times of year, there are other types of corporate get-togethers. And then there are always trade shows and conventions.

All of these events share some common pitfalls. It's a tricky balancing act, blending professionalism with socializing. And at a fancy holiday party, your co-workers suddenly don't even look much like themselves. When your boss exchanges her no-nonsense business attire for a glittery party dress and high heels, it gets confusing. Add an open bar to the mix, and we've all got stories we could tell - about other people, for sure, but probably on ourselves as well.

It is, after all, a party. You want to have fun. You're entitled to have fun. And everyone expects people to loosen up a little bit at a party, right?

Well ... yes - and no. You'll notice that it's rare for senior management to be the ones everyone talks about the next day. Not unheard of, of course, but not common, either. And even if they do go a little over the top, this is one case where modeling your behavior on theirs won't get you the recognition you want. (In fact, the adage to act and dress like the management level you aspire to isn't all that reliable. But that's another article for another time.)

On the face of it, it seems simple: behave professionally.

Of course, if it was that easy, there wouldn't be any problem, would there? Here are three ways to help keep the office party from undermining your career.

Drink Sensibly
A cautious glass of wine with dinner is one thing. But when there's an open bar, as is often the case at office parties, it can be difficult to resist. You know your capacity - and you know that "capacity" can sometimes be a sliding scale when you're having fun and being encouraged by others' behavior. So have that wine or beer with your dinner, and call it quits. Surveys by organizations like TheLadders.com show that 79% of executives report their employees' worst mistake at parties was over-indulging.

You could even make yourself a hero with your friends and offer to be the designated driver. They'll help you keep your commitment - and be forever indebted!

Be Seen - but Not Remembered
Even when you're drinking sensibly, it's still easy to get dragged into the general shenanigans by the others around you. It's an absolute fact that your boss knows who you hang out with, and your reputation can be made or marred by those people's behavior just as it is by your own. Perhaps that's not exactly fair, but it's reality nonetheless.

You don't want to be a total drag on everyone's fun, of course - including your own. Just remember that your ability to enjoy yourself within reason is a good sign that you can be relied upon in social situations with important clients. So don't do or say anything that you wouldn't do or say during regular office hours.

It's Still Work
You're staying out of the hot spots of hilarity, and you might be feeling a little sorry for yourself. But this is a work-related event, not a social engagement. It may be after normal work hours and it may be calling itself a "party," but it's a work function nonetheless.

Your goal at any office event, even a party, is to demonstrate your knowledge, skills, and talents. In doing so, you're not being insincere in any way; you're simply being professional and staying focused on your career.

And be sure to get together in a real social event where you can indulge in a few drinks and a lot of laughs. It's much more fun when you're with good friends, after all!

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If you are someone who has to spend hours seated at a desk or in front of a computer each day, and are beginning to experience chronic muscle pain, numbness, or fatigue because of it, you need to make a change to a sculptured ergonomic office chair. The sculptured one is engineered according meet the physiological requirements of the seated human body for optimum support.

Even if you are running a business from the comforts of your own home, you still deserve the extra comfort which will be yours from a sculptured ergonomic office chair. And because you are functioning both as boss and employee, you need to keep your work productivity levels as high as you can; long hours spent hunched uncomfortably over a desk or monitor are sure to result in flagging concentration and less work accomplished

Try Before You Buy

While you may be tempted to remain in front of your computer and simply do an online search to find and order yourself a sculptured ergonomic office chair, you really cannot determine the best chair for your physical requirements unless you try a variety of sculptured ergonomic chairs out in person.

Only by actually sitting in a number of sculptured ones as you work their various adjustments and allow their memory foam cushioning to mold perfectly to your contours will you realize just what a treat you have ins tore for you when you finally bring the ideal one home. A high-quality sculptured ergonomic office chair can be fairly expensive, and it should merit all the attention you would give to any investment.

They you choose will relive you of any chronic back, shoulder, or neck problems by correctly aligning your spinal column, giving you adequate lower and mid-back support, and evenly distributing your weight. You'll no longer lose concentration as you shift about in your chair trying to relieve a pressure point, and you'll stop having the numbness or muscular cramps which come with impeded circulation.

The whole point of buying a sculptured ergonomic office chair is to make your work environment as comfortable and productive as possible, so getting a chair with casters for mobility and with a swivel feature can make your workday proceed much more smoothly. The only way to find them with all the necessary comfort and convenience is to go out and look for it.

You can also find more info on ergonomic office and office chair ergonomic. Knowergonomic.com is a comprehensive resource to know about Ergonomic chairs.

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The only way to improve on the award-winning Aeron Chair, the top selling ergonomic chair in the world, is to add complete adjustability and the most luxurious upgrades available. The Executive Aeron starts at the top with the Highly Adjustable Aeron Chair. Next we add the features that make the Executive Aeron a step up in design: a dazzling chrome package, PostureFit® Support to enhance comfort and supple leather armrests. Exceeding all expectations and standards of its predecessors, the Aeron Chair has become the new benchmark in the arena of ergonomic office, seating. We are an Authorized Herman Miller Retailer.

Yes we're smack in the middle of tax time and everyone's making that mad dash to their accountants to get back every nickel they can squeeze out of the greedy government's hand and Uncle Sam has a tight grip. Those of us that have the luxury to work from home may be able to claim some of that home office space if we planned ahead.

Oops, I almost forgot my disclaimer! Let me first tell you that I am just a CheapAzz and I have no formal financial training at all. Any advice and/or comments are my cheap opinion and always seek someone much smarter than me before doing something stupid. If you don't heed this warning and do something stupid anyway, don't sue me, I've been saving my pennies and I can afford to tie you up in court for weeks. Yes, I said weeks, it's a small penny bank :)

As I was saying, if we played our cards right we can claim our home office space as a tax deduction. If you live in the United States that is. I'm afraid I'm not sure about other countries but I'd hope most would have something similar - except the Canadians, they're not allowed to work. Just joking, I'm just across the Ambassador Bridge from Canada and I'm sure we're all related in some way.

According to what I've been able to dig up the first requirement is that the space must have been used exclusively for business. There's no question that 'exclusively' means only for business. It can't be shared with other family members or family business or pleasure. If your kid uses you computer to do their homework you just lost the deduction. Besides, get a family computer and keep them off yours - it will last much longer without the viruses and spyware but that's a topic for another day.

You can deduct 100% of the expenses that were used exclusively for your home office. Things only used by the business and never used for personal use. Things like your office telephone and fax lines would be examples of direct expenses you can deduct.

You can also deduct a percentage of indirect expenses that's shared with the rest of the home such as taxes, related fees, utilities, insurance etc.. I'm not clear on what the actual percentage is. It goes something like your homes square footage divided by your neighbor's disposable income or something to that effect. That's why I always recommend you hire a professional for things this important. By professional I'm not talking about Uncle Donny that just blew forty bucks on turbo tax. Get a real professional that has some kind of document or something.

Don't get carried away when it comes to tax deductions. Be sure they're real deductions and keep the stories for the golf course. Did I mention Uncle Sam was greedy? Make sure you follow the Internal Revenue Service's home-office rules because it can come back in bite you in the.. well, you know. Be prepared to prove that the office space you use is where you make your money and not where you watch TV and play cards. Pictures and/or video of the room would be a great idea, just in case.

The rules change when you're incorporated, as I am and that's far too complicated for me to tackle. Seek professional help if necessary. Get an accountant too!

There are other limitations on home-office deductions but I just want to get you thinking if you haven't already taken advantage of the tax codes. Print this article off, ball it up, throw it in the trash and ask your tax guy or gal what you can do to get the most back next year because you have a home-based business!

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Customer Review: The best chair on the market, despite difficult installtion
Yes, the Aeron Chair is expensive. It's the Mercedes Benz of chairs - and with good reason. First of all, it comes in 3 sizes to fit all sorts of body types (check the Herman Miller website for a sizing chart). Secondly, it's extremely adjustable (assuming you get the "highly adjustable" version and not the "basic"). Everything from the tilt of the seat, the arm rests, and the tension of the reclining back can be adjusted. Thirdly, the pellicle mesh fabric lets your bottom and back breath, and never do you feel too warm while sitting in it for long periods of time (which is common when you work at an office). Lastly, the quality of the chair is first-class. The main supports are made of metal while the frame is made up of a hard, quality plastic. Everything adjusts and moves without any squeeks or loose parts whatsoever. Be aware that you can buy the Aeron Chair in various forms - each having some form of options added or omitted. The PostureFit System is great for lower-back support. It's a subtle effect, but certainly beneficial. You can also buy additional casters (wheels) for deep carpet or for a smooth floor. The Aeron Chair also comes in various colors - Graphite, Titanium, and even an "Executive" version with a shiney chrome finish. The only reason I didn't rate this chair with a full 5-stars is the difficult installation of the PostureFit system (typically a $30 option). While it's not complicated, it does take some strength and dexterity to fiddle with a tight tension wire and the back of the chair itself.
Customer Review: Simply the best
The Aeron chair has become the industry standard for high quality design combined with ergonomic sensibility. They last forever, are as comfortable as any chair ever made and look great in any setting. I would beg to disagree with the other reviewer who whines about price. The chair costs a couple hundred more than cheaper alternatives, but can you really place a dollar value on not having your spine collapse at 40? This is the BMW of chairs, so one pays a premium for the superlative quality and engineering of the product. The Aeron is an excellent investment piece whose long term value is unquestionable. For anyone who sits for long periods and has ever had back, neck, shoulder, or coccyx pain, this chair is a must.

The general definition of commercial real estate commonly involves referring to a vast array of office buildings, licensed brokers, available listings, company agents, sale prices, high rise leases, loans agencies, developer conditions, offices, spaces with views, for sale listings, special sales on office rooms, lending agents, appraisal companies, leasing terms, public parks and auction prices for land.

The Miami commercial real estate scene, and the whole of South Florida as well, continues to be buoyant despite the wrath brought about by the mortgage crisis. While the residential market continues to get a beating, the commercial property markets, although also feeling the brunt, continue to attract buyers, and does not succumb to the pinch caused by rising mortgage rates, foreclosures and falling median home values, owing to the fact that commercial real estate investors tend to be larger firms or investment trusts, and not individual home buyers.

Miami-Dade Office Markets Continue To Be Attractive

The softer demand seen today in the office space market will, according to analysts, result in a higher vacancy rate and a more moderate pace of rental growth in Miami-Dade County this year, although overall conditions will remain relatively healthy, based on the 2008 National Office Report by Marcus & Millichap.

Vacancies will increase this 2008, however the long-term outlook is positive, as demand is seen to rebound in 2009. The report also includes the firm's annual National Office Index, which analyzes and ranks 43 office markets based on a series of 12-month, forward-looking supply and demand indicators. Miami moves down six places this year to No. 23.

According to the regional manager of Marcus & Millichap, properties in infill areas in North Miami-Dade County, Hialeah and Kendall will continue to be attractive defensive investments, because of the area's record of steady tenant demand and difficulty adding new supply. The reports highlights include: builders are expected to complete 600,000 sf of for-lease space; vacancy is forecast to stay at 9.7% by year-end; asking rents are projected to increase by 4.6% to $30.32 psf; and effective rents will rise 4.1% to $26.01 psf.

The South Florida Region Continues To Rank High Among Commercial Real Estate Investment

According to Real Capital Analytics' recently released report on global property market transactions, the South Florida region ranks 15th globally for commercial real estate deals. The report is the first to exhaustively track transactions in major metropolitan areas globally, and has tracked $1.04 trillion in office, industrial, hotel, retail, land and apartment sales worldwide in 2007. In all, 114 metropolitan areas tallied more than $1 billion in transactions.

South Florida is ranked as the 15th-largest metro in the world for commercial real estate investment, and is also one of those very desirable markets, with a large number of conglomerates who want to invest there. South Florida's popularity as an international travel, trade and business destination creates familiarity among foreign investors, the report adds. It also helps to lower the notion of investment risk, because the region's commercial leasing, sales and consumer markets are not just totally on U.S. economic conditions and demand.

South Florida's emergence on the world investment sales scene parallels its rise as an international hub of commerce. Real Capital Analytics' report further notes that the bottom line is that South Florida, because of its strategic location, has become attractive to international trade and the whole world.

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Combining distinctive looks with pioneering ergonomics, Aeron performs like no other chair. It adapts naturally and adjusts precisely to fit people of all sizes and postures doing all kinds of activities, all day long. The imaginative design of both the work and side chairs gives superior comfort, body support, and style that are widely copied but never matched.Made largely of recycled materials, the Aeron chair is designed to last a long time, with parts that get the most wear easily replaced and recycled. Just what you would expect in a well thought-out design. The 12-Year Warranty covers everything that makes a Herman Miller Office Chair--including casters, tilts, pneumatic cylinders, and all moving mechanisms.


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GENUINE HERMAN MILLER AERON SIZE A - Fully Adjustable - The Aeron chair by Herman Miller is, simply put, the best ergonomic chair you can buy. No other office chair works harder to relieve your back and neck pain than the Aeron chair. The high tech mesh fabric means that this chair doesn't look (or work) like other conventional office chairs. But what makes it different makes it better! The patented material on the Aeron distributes pressure evenly over a wider area. The result? You'll stay cool and comfortable no matter what the season. The Herman Miller Aeron spontaneously supports your posture, even when you shift and change positions -- it anticipates your needs and responds. The Aeron chair by Herman Miller is, simply put, the best ergonomic chair you can buy. No other office chair works harder to relieve your back and neck pain than the Aeron chair. The high tech mesh fabric means that this chair doesn't look (or work) like other conventional office chairs. But what makes it different makes it better! The patented material on the Aeron distributes pressure evenly over a wider area. The result? You'll stay cool and comfortable no matter what the season. The Herman Miller Aeron spontaneously supports your posture, even when you shift and change positions -- it anticipates your needs and responds - don't you wish all your colleagues did that?

What are virtual offices?
The term virtual office first came in existence through an article, written by Christopher Kern, published in an American Airlines Magazine named as American Way. Virtual offices are shared office services with all the facilities of a modern office. This type of office setup gives you a business address in your desired city along with all the required facilities to run your office properly.

The fashion of virtual offices are limited to popular cities like New York, London, Delhi, Mumbai, Bangluru etc. due to its large population and huge market. The companies prefer to operate in a city who have a large potential customers. The populous cities fulfill this demand accurately and are the most preferred destination to start a service like this.

When to go for Virtual Office?
There may be different criteria for all individuals and also the different requirements for virtual office. Following are some of the time when one want to hire it:

• When someone wants a launch a new product or have some new idea foe a new product to launch.
• When a company want to expand its business and want to target some more potential customers.
• When a company wants to build its reputation as a corporate by hiring an office in a expensive location.
• When someone wants to start his/her new business quickly in no time with all the office supports.

What is the benefit of Virtual Office?
Affordable: These office spaces are cheaper than traditional offices since you have to just pay for only those space that only you occupied completely, and for the space, which is shared by others, too shares the paying amount too. So you save lot of money since most of the virtual offices are in expensive areas only.

Best working Environment: Since the offices are mostly located at major business areas, making it a perfect place where you can do your business with ease and without any problem. Every thing that you need for your business purpose could be found near those localities.

Ready Support service: A virtual office service provider also provides you the support services in order assist you in starting your business instantly, that's why it is also termed as Instant offices.

The support services may include:
Ready reception to help you in attending your visitors and also to receive and forward your messages.

Secretarial Support to provide you services such as clerical, word processing and data entry to ensure quick and smooth functioning.

Office Utilities such as copiers, fax machines and printers etc. to make you work more efficiently and effectively.

Internet Facilities to assure you do not miss your emails and could communicate with your clients or staff outside the office.

24 Hours Security to ensure protection of your office making you able to do your business hassle free at all times.

State of the art Conference Rooms for holding conference, seminar, group discussion, staff training or interviews etc.

So if you want to start your new office or want to expand your business to some other locations or market you can go for it to quickly start and run your business.

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Reality check. Have you ever wondered what is the real deal from what is not? You may have seen some ads online offering a hyped large amount of money for a light work load. You should always be careful and at the same time realistic to judge whether a certain home based job is shady or the real deal. Moreover, keep in mind that the effort you put in a certain job will be proportional to the amount of rewards you'll get out of it. For starters, check the credentials of the company that you are eyeing. Read online forums and feedbacks from other freelancers if this certain company is legit and dependable. Most of the time, freelancers are being duped due to carelessness and by just plunging into the dark unclear waters of home based jobs. Most of the time, the clients you choose will decide your fate on how you will do in the universe of home based business.

That being said, so what are the options do you have for a home based opportunity? Everything depends on your skills and interests. If you are creative and has an undying passion for writing, you could consider taking up a writing career. Be a freelance writer.

Being a freelance writer involves determination in meeting certain number of projects and at the same time the interest in writing should always be there. The content of he articles you make should be substantial. At times you may find yourself being asked by your client to write about a subject you are not familiar with so then you are obliged to do research as well.

In relation to this, doing data entry is also in demand nowadays. When companies need to update their computer systems for processing of new information, they will definitely need people to take charge in typing the data into the computer systems. If you are considering taking up a career in data entry, you will enhance your typing prowess and this includes your typing speed and accuracy. So if you are a touch typist, able to get the job done even before the deadline, you can actually be the man for the job.

Are you a people person? If your answer is yes, then taking a customer service career might be the right path for you to take. This kind of work involves communication with people by phone or even online. This requires a lot of patience since dealing with different kinds of people will be somewhat stressful at times. However, if you are really pleasant and you are sure that this is the job that you really want, undoubtedly, you will excel in this kin of work. Also, make sure that you are knowledgeable in what you are offering. If you are offering technical assistance, you should be aware of the new trends in technology and should know basic troubleshooting as well.

All of these opportunities are all out there for the taking. He question is: Are you the one they're looking for? Time is of an essence; while there is time you can practice and improve your skills towards the type of home based work you are targeting. If you keep on improving yourself in various fields, you will find yourself eligible for any home based job out there.

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Bill Stumpf and Don Chadwick, two award-winning industrial designers, created the Aeron Chair (1994), earning themselves a place in what amounts to the designers' hall of fame - the design collection of New York's MoMA. The Aeron is the apotheosis of ergonomic seating, conceived to conform not only to different human shapes and weights but also to movement. The breakthrough Kinemat tilt enables the Aeron to smoothly move with the sitter from a forward tilt (when you reach for the phone) to a backward recline (while you contemplate what to say). The Pellicle web upholstery is yet another innovation both in concept and comfort. It evenly distributes weight over the seat and back and permits air circulation. As for durability, it will look like new long after you retire. Design doesn't get more civilized. The Aeron is made from 66% recycled materials. Assembly required. This original is an authentic, fully li ...

Before you register a patent you need to do some basic research.

Not only is it the job of the United States Patent Office to issue patents, it also maintains a database of the patents that have been granted. The majority of patents issued by the Patent and Trademark Office are utility patents. With such a large amount of these patents issued yearly, it is necessary for the inventor to research whether someone else has already patented their newest invention.

A search of previous patents can be done in a variety of ways. These methods include accessing the Patent and Trademark database by searching online or going to the library of the USPTO and completing a patent search there. When visiting the USPTO, the patent database is available on microfiche, paper, and CD-ROM.

An initial search on the government patent website can show if the patent has already been released for the product you plan to apply for. By doing this search, you reduce the risk of wasting your time putting in an application for an item that has already been patented. Another reason to consider using the patent database for research when submitting an application is that it can help reduce the time taken for your application to be processed. The Patent Officer looking at your application file will have an easier time when they search the database, and discover no other patents exist. This might speed up the approval process on your application.

Using the online search tool is great if you have a patent that is easy to find. If you are not located within driving distance of the Patent Office, it is possible to request lists of patents be sent to your home address, though there is a fee for this service.

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As broadband Internet becomes more mainstream, one of the most common questions we get is: which is better, cable or dsl?

The answer to that question is not so definite. Many factors come into play when deciding which high-speed connection to choose. Regardless of which you choose (DSL, Cable, or even Satellite) its going to be a ton better (and faster) than that ancient dialup modem youve been using. Not to mention, your Internet experience will be much more enjoyable.

DSL (Digital Subscriber Line)

Just like your existing dialup modem, DSL uses your existing copper wire phone line to deliver data at high speed. To qualify for DSL, you need the following:

- a phone line

- a DSL modem (which normally comes with the service)

- an Ethernet card or an available USB port ( most DSL modems allow both connections, but Ethernet is recommended).

- a phone company (ISP) that is offering DSL service (e.g., Verizon)

One important factor that will influence your DSL connection is the distance between your home or office and the phone companys central office. The farther away you are from the central office, the signal becomes weaker, thus a slower connection. With that said, DSL is not as available widespread compared to cable. Youll need to contact your local phone provider to check availability.

Speed wise, depending on the package you choose, DSL can range from 128 kbps to 3 Mbps. Generally, the faster your connection the more expensive your service will be. You can expect to pay around $25-$30 a month for a 768 kbps connection, which is roughly 13 times faster than a 56k dialup modem.

::Pros::

- Relatively cheaper than cable

- Dedicated line, so speeds are almost guaranteed

- You can talk on the phone at the same time while surfing the net

::Cons::

- Slower speeds compared to cable

- Speeds drop the farther away your home/office is from the central office

- Not available in all areas

Cable Internet

Cable Internet gets our recommendation. Cable, which you can probably already tell, uses the coaxial cable that your television uses. To qualify for cable internet, you need the following:

- a cable modem ( which normally comes with the service)

- an Ethernet card or an available USB port (most cable modems allow both connections, but Ethernet is recommended)

- a cable company offering cable Internet (e.g., Adelphia)

Unlike DSL, cable Internet does not depend on the distance between your home or office and the central office. However, unlike DSL, cable connections are typically shared among your neighbors. Although, most cable companies provide pipelines with huge bandwidth that this rarely becomes an issue.

Speed wise, cable Internet typically ranges from 3 Mbps to 10 Mbps, up to 3-4 times faster than DSL. However, expect to pay more for the service - $40-$50 per month.

::Pros::

- Faster speeds than DSL

- More widespread than DSL

- Distance does not affect speed

::Cons::

- More expensive than DSL

- Line is shared with other users

With all that said, you need to think about what type of user you are. If you are a heavy Internet user and downloader, you would highly benefit from a broadband connection. For the light users who use the Internet just to check emails, are probably better off with a dialup. However, if you are willing to splurge some cash on a broadband connection, then by all means, upgrade!

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One of the skills that successful leaders need to master is a bit of a dirty word these days. It's not the sort of thing they offer leadership training courses on, but it lies at the heart of most business relationships. What I'm talking about is office politics.

When we call someone 'a political animal', we're often not being complimentary. We tend to mean that they're manipulative and untrustworthy, maybe even immoral or dishonest.

A person who's good at politics, in our eyes, is someone who likes to score points over others, who tries to scramble to the top of the heap over his or her colleagues.

But politics isn't all about manipulation. There's more to it than that. And whether we like it or not, politics is everywhere in the workplace and a good leader needs to know how to make the most of it.

So what does politics have to do with good leadership? Well, to start with, politics involves being aware of the effects your words and actions have on others. And - even more importantly - it also means knowing how to influence people.

In an earlier article, we touched on leading change as a political process, but let's focus for a moment on your interpersonal political skills in leading change negotiating, persuading, influencing. These leadership skills are essential for success and survival.

In a way, introducing change into an organization is like running a political campaign. If you get it right, your people will support you and your decisions.

How to get your people to accept change:

1. First, set up your campaign team. This isn't just your fellow leaders, who've helped you draw up the plan behind the scenes, it's also the movers and shakers in your organization. You need to identify them carefully and well. These are the people who can influence OTHER people. Perhaps the people that you can't reach. If the movers and shakers know about and support what you're doing, the job will be that much easier.

2. Now prepare yourself. You and your fellow leaders have been working on the plan for a long time. You know how much work has gone into it, and you know how vital it is for your business. Now is the time to get everyone else on board. But be prepared: not everyone's going to like it.

3. Let the debate go on. Listen to what everyone says: be careful not to spend all your time with people who agree with you. Your fiercest opponents are valuable people: they help you gauge the level of resistance, they set out the arguments you need to defeat, and, if they eventually come round to your way of thinking, they will be some of your most valuable supporters.

The politics of business:

1. Find allies in ALL parts of the organization: you can exchange vital information that you might otherwise not have access to. And you can form coalitions, so together you can influence current and future developments.

2. Intervene in the political processes of the organization: share agendas, influence decisions and decision-makers.

3. Make sure you're not simply surrounded by 'yes' men and women. You need to listen to the devil's advocates - that way, you're less likely to make mistakes.

There's more, of course, there's more. But deal with office politics on a project by project basis and you won't go too far wrong. Leadership is sometimes described as a contact sport. It isn't so much what you know as who you know.

So let me ask you this: who do YOU know?

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Your office is usually the first thing a customer sees - first impressions last. You should leave your customers with the feeling they are entrusting their business to an organization that is professional, efficient and organized. You don't need to spend a lot of money, in some cases only time is needed.

Tip 1 - Pigeon Holes Should Be Shelved!

I recently reorganized a client's home office and one of the first things I did was discard the pigeon holes! Don't get me wrong, pigeon holes have their place. They are a fantastic idea for quickly laying your hands on forms, marketing material, time sheets, and other regularly used company documents; and this is just how they should be used, as a departure point for paperwork, not for arrivals! It is far too tempting to pigeon hole that paper work and think you will get to it later - you won't!

Tip 2 -Trays

I know, I know, "In" and "Out" trays are an absolute favourite for offices everywhere, but who can among us can say that they haven't had an "In" tray that constantly overflows? It is a huge temptation to others in your work place to put something in it, isn't it? Quick fix - scrap the "In" tray. Unless you are a Purchasing Officer, Accounts Payable Clerk, etc, you don't need one. Any item that has been left on your desk, no matter what its form, it has just become work! When you don't have an 'In Tray' people think twice about putting it on your desk. This leads to my next tip...

Tip 3 - The 'To Do' List

Everything that lands on your desk, quickly scan it to see what action is required. For example when I am opening mail, quickly look at each item & decide what action (if any) needs to be taken and this is the good part ... you don't have to take action now! Once you have a clear idea of the date an item is due for action, place it in a clear display pocket with a sticky note, for example:

*To Do 18 /11 / 2007*

*Create PowerPoint Presentation for M.Nichols (due 25/11/2007)*

Then place it chronologically (closest date on top) in a "To Do" tray or folder. You can apply this to tasks, paperwork to be returned, bills, anything! The idea is that you are giving yourself a quick reference to: What It Is? When Do I Need To Start? When Is It Due? Each day, check your To Do's and whatever has today's date, you need to action today - as simple as that! If you know you have a busy day coming up, have a look at your To Do's for that day and reschedule some things, this is a good way to maintain the discipline while taking the pressure off!

Tip 4 - If You Have A Place For Everything, Everything Will Go In It's Place

Have a destination for every conceivable piece of paperwork that comes into your office. Take a moment to look at the items that are cluttering up your office, they all fit into one of two categories; "It Has A Place To Go" (then put it there!) or "It Doesn't Have a Place To Go". In the latter case, it can be as simple as adding some extra suspension files to your filing cabinet or a few new dividers to your Lever Arch File. Whatever your filing system, if there are items that don't have a place to go, you really need to expand it. Not long ago I reorganised a Home Office filing system & added some unusual categories:

* Home - Improvement Ideas* (brochures or ideas you see and like)

* Entertainment Vouchers* (coupons to theme parks, discounts at restaurants, cinema freebies)

This is just an example of how your filing categories can be expanded to ensure that everything has a place, resulting in everything being at your fingertips when you need them.

Tip 5 - Are Your Periodicals and Books Piling Up?

How many of us often see a fantastic book or periodical, purchase it and take it home full of good intentions to read it? Here are a few tips to help you reduce that 'To Read' pile. With periodicals, open up to the Index of Articles. What really interests you? Reference the page the interesting article is on with a sticky note, then put the magazine on your kitchen table and read it over breakfast or take it to work and read it over morning tea or lunch. If you have a home office, place it on your coffee table so you can read it when you are having your cuppa. The idea is to take it one article at a time, at least you will get the articles read that originally caught your eye. For business and reference books, I like to highlight the chapters that I would find most useful, then place the book on the nightstand and read at least a few pages before retiring each night. If you have a partner who does not like you reading in bed, turn the TV off and devote the last 10 minutes of your evening to reading a book.

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You have an invention or an idea for an invention. The first people you may hear about - or even may contact you - are from an invention development company. They advertise on radio and TV, and in magazines that cater to the inventive mind - and even some newspapers.

Invention development companies are private and public research companies that
purport to help inventors develop, patent, and promote their ideas so they can be
commercially licensed or sold. While many of these organizations are legitimate,
some are not.

I state my stand on the use of such companies on my website - www.gadgets-gizmos-inventions.com But, you may want to go that way anyway to develop your
patent or invention. If thats the case, here are seven helpful tips for you to make
smart patent and invention development decisions:

1. Learn About the Patent Process.

When you understand the basics of how to get a patent, you will know when
invention marketers are making promises they, or the patent system, can't deliver.
Knowing the steps to do a patent search, and what is required, as well as knowing
what happens in the patenting process can only help you in making the right
decision. You will have a better idea about whether the company you are talking to
knows what they are doing for you - and not just their pocketbook.

2. Do Your Homework.

Check the organization's references, ask for credentials, and then check them. Ask
them for statistics on how many successes they have had compared to how many
total clients. They are required by law to offer you this type of information. In fact,
the American Inventors Protection Act of 1999 gives you the following rights when
dealing with invention promoters.

Before an invention promoter can enter into a contract with you, it must disclose the
following information about its business practices during the past five years:

how many inventions it has evaluated,

how many of those inventions got positive or negative evaluations,

its total number of customers,

how many of those customers received a net profit from the promoter's
services, and

how many of those customers have licensed their inventions due to the
promoter's services.

This information can help you determine whether the promoter has been selective in
deciding which inventions it promotes, and how successful the promoter has been.
Ask for names of successful clients, and talk to them.

Invention promoters also must give you the names and addresses of all invention
promotion companies they have been affiliated with over the past 10 years.
This information can help to determine whether the company you're considering
doing business with has been subject to complaints or legal action.

You can call the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) at 1-866-767-3848, and
the Better Business Bureau, the consumer protection agency, and the Attorney
General in your state or city, and in the state or city where the company is
headquartered to check them out.

3. Be Realistic.

Not every invention is patentable. Know that very few ideas - even the good ones -
become commercially successful. Be wary of any developer willing to promote
virtually any invention. If you are presented with the phrase - "We think your idea
has great market potential" - beware, and take it for what it is - in a lot of cases,
just a sales pitch.

4. Know Where Your Money Is Going.

Ask the organization how your money will be spent. Be on guard against large up-
front fees and find out exactly how the money is spent. If the company gives you
something like - "Our company has evaluated your idea, and now wants to prepare
a more in-depth research report. It'll be several hundred dollars" - ask them if the
idea is good enough for more research why dont they foot the bill.

5. Protect Your Rights.

DO NOT disclose your invention to a developer over the phone (or at any time)
before first having them sign a confidentiality agreement. You could forfeit valuable
patent rights. A sample confidentiality agreement is available on my website.

6. Track Your Invention's Progress.

If you decide to use an invention development organization, deal directly with the
agent or patent attorney who will be handling your patent application. A lot of
these type of firms outsource the work which is not good for you.

Many invention promotion firms also may claim to perform patent searches on your
idea. Fraudulent invention promotion firms usually do patent searches that are are
incomplete, conducted in the wrong category, or unaccompanied by a legal opinion
on the results of the search from a registered patent attorney.

Because unscrupulous firms promote virtually any idea or invention without regard
to its patentability - they may go ahead and market an idea for which someone
already has a valid, unexpired patent. In that case, you may be the one subjected to
a patent infringement lawsuit - even if the promotional efforts on your invention are
successful. Most probably, the way the infringement suit is attracted is through a
successful product.

7. Don't Get Discouraged!

The patent process can be very complicated, so you will probably need professional
help. There are many good patent agents and attorneys that can help you. The U.S.
Patent and Trademark Office maintains a nationwide register of attorneys and
agents who meet the legal, scientific and technical requirements of the office.

The first step should be a patent search done by a reputable searcher. Your patent
attorney can help with this, and should review the search for a package price,
depending on the complexity of the invention.

Hang in there. It is a long and complicated process. But if your idea passes the
initial search test and evaluation, there is a good chance you can receive a patent -
in two or so years.

For information on registered patent attorney and agents, you may visit the USPTO's
Office of Enrollment and Discipline Web site at http://www.uspto.gov/go/oed

2006 Gary Cogley

Gary J. Cogley, JD, after being a musician, a TV Producer/Director/Writer, and an entertainment and IP attorney, now writes about all kinds of gadgets, gizmos and inventions. He also gives tips and info on patents, and scams to watch out for. Get info at ==>http://www.gadgets-gizmos-inventions.com

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Your wish to just have to push a button and have your meals be prepared for you are about to come true. We have all experienced times when we have been too tired to even think of cooking a meal when we get home. It is good to have a life partner who shares the cooking chores equally, but for those of us whose partners can't cook or don't want to. Fantasies like having to purchase the vegetables and ingredients from the market and some how have a magic genie prepare the meals for us are not uncommon.

Technology has done its part to get this part of the dream come true, well to some extent at least. Dutch ovens and crock pots have made cooking easier for many of us. They are easy to use, economical and fast too. Get yourself one and then search around for some 'slow cooking recipes'.

These very useful kitchen tools permit the cook to just place the ingredients in them and throw a switch. The crock pot or Dutch oven will do the rest, cooking your food all day long as you work in the office. When you get home you will have a superb meal waiting to be served.

So, where do you find slow cooking recipes? A good place to start is the book store. The Internet is another very resourceful place as well as the grocery store and the rear of packaged ingredients. If you subscribe to some cooking publication you are likely to find a few good slow cooking recipes tucked away in the pages. However, if you already know some ideas, you are already on your way to experiencing your cooking assistant and the magic of crock pot cooking.

There are many slow and they come in all forms and flavors. It is possible to prepare main course meals, casseroles, soups and what not with your crock pot or Dutch oven. If you follow some television cooking program you will be given some very delicious slow cooking recipes and a lot of tips and tricks of how to best utilize your crock pot and Dutch oven. A good place to start your practice with them is to begin with the Internet, some of the recipes are very easy for beginners and once you have a little practice with a few ,meals you will be on your way planning your day for all the time you have free from cooking.

If you are the kind that likes to attend classes, then there is nothing like it. You can get hands on tutorials on slow cooking recipes. This will save you time and give you a jumpstart in slow cooking techniques.

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There is one kind of home based business that is very different to any other: that of the inventor. If youve invented something with the purpose to make money from your home based business, the chances are that you dont have the resources to mass-produce it yourself youll be needing to send the plans and designs off to someone else to make in their factory. When you do this, though, how can you protect your inventive idea for starting a home based business against theft by them, or anyone else who might see it? The answer is patent registration.

What is a Patent?

A patent is when your government gives you the exclusive right to profit from an invention for a set number of years. If anyone else tries to sell something that is covered by your patent, then you will have the legal right to make them either pay you a licence fee or stop.

Each patent has a patent number you might have seen Pat No printed on some things, followed by this number. You may also have seen patent pending, which means that the patent has been applied for but not yet granted.

Your Invention Must Qualify.

Not all inventions can be covered by patents. Check that your invention meets these two requirements:

Is it new and secret? You cant have showed your invention publicly before you apply for a patent. Whatever you do, dont take your invention round and demonstrate it to people before you think about patents you might make it impossible to get one.

Is it non-obvious? Your invention must not be something that would be obvious to experience in your chosen industry. This is to stop people rushing to patent things that anyone could figure out, and then charging high fees for their use.

In addition, you cannot apply for a patent for any of the following: a scientific or mathematical theory or method, a work of art (books, plays, etc. computer programs are included), a way of doing things (eg. a new business method). Many of these things are, instead, covered by copyright. Patents are intended for actual, physical inventions.

Where Do I Get One?

Wherever you live, the chances are that it has a government agency called a patent office, or similar. There are also patent agencies for larger areas, such as the European Patent Office or, ultimately, the WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organisation).

To begin with, you should apply for a patent at the patent office for your country its best to get a lawyer to guide you through this, and make them sign an NDA (non-disclosure agreement, a contract saying they wont tell anyone else about your invention). Depending on your country, this can either be absurdly cheap or really expensive.

Once youve done that, you generally have only one year to file for any patents you might want in the rest of the world. You used to have to apply individually in every country where you wanted a patent (this got very painful and expensive very quickly). Now, though, you can now take advantage of the PCT (Patent Co-operation Treaty), which allows you to apply once and eventually receive protection in all of the 126 countries that have signed up to the treaty.

You can apply for a PCT patent either through your own countrys patent office, or through the WIPOs office in Geneva. It is again important to stress that you should really get a lawyer if you plan to go through this process, as international patent law isnt especially intuitive or easy.

You should note that if your patent application is refused at any stage, you wont be getting your fees back although you can usually apply again, if you want to pay again.

What if I Dont Get a Patent?

If youve looked at the prices, you might be wondering: whats the worst thing that could possibly happen to me if I didnt get a patent? The only answer I can give is that anyone you happen to explain the idea to can steal it, and you wont be able to do a thing. Whats more, once your invention does come on the market, and if it is proven to make money from your home based business, success will attract many imitators, and theyll probably be able to produce your invention cheaper by sacrificing quality.

Essentially, a patent gives you protection against competition, or someone stealing your idea for starting a home based business but if you think you could do perfectly well in the market no matter how many imitators you had, then maybe patents arent for you.

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Whether you live in a small apartment, or a spacious home, closet organization can be the key to using the space you have available in the most efficient way. For those people who have small closets, closet organization is especially important so you can fit the most storage in the tightest of places.

If you have a large, spacious closet, your closet organization can include many features that wouldn't fit in a smaller space. You can have amenities like revolving shoe racks, full length three way mirrors to name just a few of the custom finishes you can utilize when you are planning your closet organization.

The easiest way to begin your closet organization is with a good plan. If you look online you can find lots of websites that can help you make your dream closet organization into a reality. You can find tips on the best materials to use and you can find many places where you can pay less than you would ever expect to when you are ready for some closet organization at your home.

When your closet organization is done right, your home can be more functional and convenient. Your mind will rest easier when closet organization includes a place for everything and everything in its place. The best way to achieve the right effect in closet organization is to layer, level or stack everything. This will enable you to make the most of space that is available no matter what the size of the closet you are dealing with.

You can easily find storage for seasonal clothing when closet organization is planned with that in mind. You can include drawers, shelves and even a place to store your shoes when you decide it is time for a closet organization project.

You don't have to spend a lot of money for closet organization. There are some great products that are inexpensive, especially considering what a valuable addition they will be in your home. Closet organization can be a fun project. You may find things that you haven't seen in years, and you can use the opportunity to clear out the old to make room for the new.

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I have worked in an office for the majority of my adult life and it sure is difficult to stay slim/thin. Just sitting at a desk in front of a computer all day is not only extremely boring but can also play havoc with your waist line due to the fact that you are unable to do any real exercise. It can be very hard to resist the temptation of food, food which is basically a way or removing the boredom. In this article I am going to write about a successful weight loss program for people who work in an office.

There are a number of sandwich and eateries close to where I work. In the past I would visit these establishments at lunch time to purchase my lunch. I would buy sandwiches, baguettes, sausage rolls, pasties and jacket potatoes. It was not until a few months ago that I realised just how damaging this was to my weight. These foods are very tasty but are also high in calories and fat content. I had to start thinking about what I was eating as I was unable to burn any of these calories as I of course work in an office.

As an example, for lunch today I went to the local supermarket and purchased two brown rolls and some chicken tikka meat. I made up my own sandwiches, there was no butter or mayonnaise included.

I normally have an hours break for lunch and normally go for a long walk during this time. I have to say that I actually find this very boring but I am determined to lose weight and am aware of the effort that I need to put in.

I have a very nice boss who regularly brings cakes, sweets and chocolate into the office as a way of boosting the morale of his workers. In the past I would really enjoy eating all of these treats, I now politely decline them. My boss has started to bring me a diet coke instead!

I used to get a real buzz from eating, I now get a real buzz from refusing food, it shows that I have the discipline and the guts. I am now slimmer than I have been for years and it feels superb.

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When I was in college, I got a part-time job at an insurance agency. My job was highly low-level - filing, answering the phones, and typing (yes, typing) envelopes.

Before this time, I had worked primarily in offices in my small hometown, or in jobs laden with other college students. This was the first job I'd held in an office populated by people who were accepting tiny salaries in return for long-term employment that would pay their electricity bills and rent.

I was young. I was nave. And so I immediately gravitated to the go-girls in the office - the ones who always seemed to be having fun, went to lunch in cool places, and had hip inside jokes about the other employees.

The go-girls, by the way, were not all girls. Nor did my terminology for them reflect their sexual preferences. The go-girls were about nightclubs, partying, and getting away with doing as little work as possible.

I thought they were very glamorous.

Of course, they were not glamorous. They were fun, but they were miserably bad employees, and they made life wretched for those who were not in their circle. They complained a lot, and once you were part of their clique, it became almost impossible not to also complain. It was like being sucked into quicksand - you just couldn't resist.

I did work hard. I came in after my morning classes and did my slave labor relatively flawlessly, but I did join in the face-making behind the backs of the drones and make little comments about them. Also, oddly, I refused to comply with my employer's requirement that I use his car rather than my own when I went to the bank each day to make his deposit.

Actually, I don't know why he wanted me to use his car. It was a very expensive car, and I was not a noticeably good driver. I'm sure there was some reason of insurance, with him being an insurance agent and all - but still. I don't feel bad for sneaking around driving my own car. There. I've said it.

I do feel bad - to this day - for my participation in the office chaos that was the go-girls. It was more than unprofessional: it was childish. I mean - I was a child, more or less. However, I was hired to behave as an adult.

Avoiding office cliques is the single best thing you can do to ensure your rise in your company. Remember the kid in high school who could float seamlessly between cliques? That was the person who could make anyone comfortable in any situation.

There are a lot of those kids running major companies today.

While it's tempting to join a clique - you'll have someone to eat lunch with every day, if nothing else - it is a very dangerous political move. Most cliques thrive on their exclusivity, which means that someone is going to be left out of the fun. In addition, because such circles of friends often rely on a sense of superiority over others on the team, it's highly likely that the clique you pick is going to do a little gossiping and a little name-calling - neither of which are considered professional behavior.

The best rule of thumb for making friends in the office is to be pleasant and kind to everyone. You may have to seek out a lunch partner, but you won't have to face the displeasure of a recently promoted colleague that you participating in dissing.

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If you work from home or you own your own e-commerce business, chances are you work from a virtual office. A virtual office can be as grounded or as virtual as you make it. Most online businesses have only a computer, printer, scanner, and maybe a few sundry office supplies in the real world. The rest of their office, the office that everyone sees, is online, or virtual.

There are many advantages to the virtual office. Some advantages free up money, other advantages free up time, and still other advantages just make running your own e-commerce business much easier.

Now, not all virtual offices will have the same components, and not all virtual offices will be entirely virtual. However, you will find that the more your office trends toward the virtual and the less in a brick and mortar location, the lower your costs will be and the easier it will be to be successful in your online business.

Let's talk first about the biggest advantage. The virtual office frees up money. When you have a website for a store front, you have to pay for website hosting and a domain name, but you dont pay rent, insurance, and the accompanying utilities. The costs for the later are really much higher. For example, the use of email as the primary point of contact with your customers cuts out exorbitant long distance charges as well as postal and printing charges as well, something that other global businesses find very taxing on their budgets.

Another advantage to the virtual office is your ability to appear as a big time corporate presence, when in reality it might just be you working as just one individual working alone with one or two freelancers.

Numerous virtual office systems abound on the internet that allow anyone to record a voice mail greeting and program extensions, that then are direct to yourself, your freelancers, or your field people wherever they need to go.

Callers can call an 800 number, get a professional recording, several touch tone options, then be directed to the correct person. Even if that person is always yourself, you can still take advantage of the fact that you know what the person is calling about before you ever pick up the phone. Additionally, these types of virtual office programs are very inexpensive; costing at only a few dollars more per month than other traditional 800 numbers.

One of the truly hassle saving advantages to the virtual office is that you do not have to hire employees. Hiring employees requires a lot of time, effort, and money. You have to place advertisements to start the hiring process, spend time interviewing and reviewing resumes, and increase your paperwork tenfold when you hire someone on.

Of course, then there is insurance to buy, worker's compensation to purchase, payroll requirements, and federal, state, and local tax requirements. By running a virtual office, you have no need for a receptionist (you have your virtual office program), and you have no need for salespeople (you have your website store front).

Instead you can use outsourcing as a way to staff your virtual office and avoid all the issues that come with employees.

Don Schnure is the founder of Cyber Samurai Marketing Inc, a leading provider of online business and online shopping cart software and the 1AutoWiz Ecommerce shopping cart software

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Conflict in inevitable. No matter what type of job you are in, at one time or another, you will be faced with conflict. How you handle that conflict, the choices that you make, can have a distinct impact on your relationships with others and on your career.

The work world of today is more stressful than ever. Often, individuals with competing goals lay yourself open to conflict as they seek recognition. In addition, the goals of individuals are sometimes out of sync with the company mission - this occurs when a company fails to communicate shared values. Increased market pressure requires decisions to be made today, not tomorrow, often with limited evidence to review. All of this creates a highly charged environment that is ripe for conflict to occur.

There are a variety of styles for addressing conflict discussed in the text - withdrawal, accommodation, forcing, compromising and collaboration. Most of us rely on one or two of these strategies and apply them to all conflicts we face vs. examining situational factors in choosing a strategy. Recognizing that there is a time and a place for each of these is important to understanding conflict management strategy.

There will be times when you need to give constructive feedback to team mates, subordinates or even a superior. Knowing how to give constructive criticism can be the difference between a successful conflict interview or a failure. One method for communicating constructive criticism is to create a feedback sandwich.

Start and end your comments with something positive and sandwich the criticism in between. People tend to focus on what they hear first and last, so this is a good strategy for managing the relationship impact of giving constructive feedback.

Some other considerations...

Give the feedback as close in time to the behavior as possible.

Imagine disciplining your child six weeks after he/she wrote on the wall with a crayon. That would not be very effective. Providing constructive feedback to subordinates or teammates is no different. If it is worth addressing, it should be addressed in a timely manner.

Use non-threatening language.

When language is used that puts the receiver on the defense right from the start, the focus on this issue is lost and it becomes personal. Instead of "you" are the problem, phrase it, "we" have a problem.

Demonstrate the impact that the behavior has on others and on company goals.

Sometimes people fail to see the big picture - pointing that out can help a person to see why certain rules, methods or procedures are important. If they are important, they are more likely to comply. This will also allow the receiver to save face.

Ensure that the receiver understands your feedback. Sometimes a person may be unclear even after you have explained it. He/she may be hesitant to ask questions for fear of reprisal. Leaving the conflict interview assured that there was a mutual understanding is a foremost priority.

Work together to identify useful solutions.

The point of giving constructive criticism is to help the receiver to improve. Since hiring and training new employees is very costly, it makes good business sense to manage relationships with good employees with care. Demonstrating your investment in a mutual solution, will ultimately demonstrate respect for the receiver which is important to the maintenance of the relationship.

In summary

When you find yourself on the receiving end of the constructive criticism, remember your objective in the situation which is to come to a shared understanding of the issue. Viewing conflict interviews from this perspective will help you to avoid defensive reactions and work toward resolution.

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It is nearing the end of year and the season of office parties has begun. This could be your big chance to smooze up to senior management and vie for future promotion opportunities. It could be your chance to make a move on that hottie in accounts or just a great opportunity to relax, enjoy the company of your colleagues in a social setting and celebrate the year.

But the office Christmas party is often far from an innocent social event and fraught with potential drama. So how can you survive the office Christmas party, below Following are some tips from Lisa OBrien, our CareersCoach.

Dilemma 1:

I want to look really sexy at the Christmas party Is this possible without compromising my professionalism?

Lisa our CareersCoach says:

Yes, you can turn all the heads at the party, by looking sexy but do it without compromising your corporate image. That said turning up at the Christmas partly looking like a Tara Reid outfit is going to turn heads but not in the way that you want.
Dress appropriately for the occasion and think accidentally sexy or sophisticated career woman sexy. Then you will turn every head the right way.

Dilemma 2:

A senior manager that I have been trying to meet all year will be at the Christmas party. This could be my one chance to meet and impress him an idea. Is it appropriate for me to approach him?

Lisa our CareersCoach says

Yes, but dont bowl him over, remember this party is for him to relax and let off some steam as well. Allow your target to settle into the party, then when the time is right approach him, smile broadly then introduce yourself. Start with some general chitchat, then when a conversation opening comes up, tell him that you have some fantastic business ideas that you would love to share with him. Do not give away too much information at the party but hint at how your ideas can assist him with a business challenge that he is currently facing (senior managers love people who can solve problems for them). Then give him a couple of options for times to meet to discuss your ideas. Do this by saying would it be better if we discussed this on (day? and time? or on day? and time?). Dont be afraid to be assertive just dont bail him up all night at the party.

Dilemma 3:

I have been infatuated with my boss all year and I really think that the feeling is mutual. The problem is that since he is my boss I really need to be the one to make the move and I think that the Christmas party could be my opportunity. What do you think? How can I make my move.

Lisa our CareersCoach says

Many of us have fantasized about having an office romance and according to statistics up to 58% of us actually done it! So it is only natural that you want to make a move i there has been sexual tension between you and your boss. However you need to be really careful and think about if this is what you really want. Consider how your boss would react if you did make a move and what impact this might have on your other colleagues and your career. Think long and hard about what would be the outcome of such a move and whether or not it would be worth it. As a CareersCoach I cannot advise you to make a move, but as a woman I get it.
Whatever you do use your instincts and play it smart, if you decide to go ahead careful weight the consequences, make sure that your confidentiality is protected and that you do not become the subject of office gossip or a romance related career crisis.

Dilemma 4:

I am terrified that I will embarrass myself at the Christmas party. I love to drink campaign, laugh and socialise but sometimes things can just get a little out of hand. How do I have fun at the Christmas party without embarrassing myself?

Lisa OBrien our CareersCoach says:

Great question! Whislt the Christmas party is for you to have fun, it is also a time when you are on show to the rest of the organisation. This includes being on show to people who could influence to your career. The last thing that you want to do is to get rolling drunk and start making a scene. To prevent any drunken mishaps pace yourself with the drinks. Ensure that you eat something substantial either during or before the party so that your body will be less reactive to alcohol. Ensure that you keep your own drink in your hand at all times to avoid spiking and finally if you start to feel a bit tipsy then hit the water or soft drinks before things get out of hand, or head for home if it is getting late and the party is winding down.

Lisa O'Brien is Career Coach, a regular media contributor the Director of CareersCoach and the Authur of Interview Coach, Career Change Coach, Resume Coach and Goal Setting Coach. To purchase these books or for more tips from Lisa vist. http://www.onlinecareercoaching.com

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Do you work from home? Do you find it difficult to stay focused and on task? Do you waste time and get sidetracked easily?

Most people that work from home will answer yes to the above questions. Why? Because a home is filled with distractions. And without strict discipline time will just fade away.

Getting organized is a long and constant process. But the first step towards that goal is to arrange your physical space in such a way that distractions are minimized.

What does this mean? Well, a home office is often much more than that. It is a place where personal work and business work converge. And sometimes a home office doesn't even really exist - unless you call the kitchen table the office. This is a formula for disaster. It is imperative that you carve out a bit of space for your business. You don't have to have a dedicated room for the "office" but you should separate your work space from your personal space.

This can be done in several different ways. If you are fortunate enough to have a separate room then your work is done, figuratively speaking. But if you must use a portion of another room for your work space then you have to be a bit creative.

Often you can section off a part of a room just by positioning furniture strategically. A corner can be blocked off by a sofa or a credenza. A free standing screen can offer some much needed privacy. And don't forget about lighting. By illuminating your workspace when you are working and the rest of the room when you are "off" you have created a visual sectioning of your room.

Once you have determined what area you will use for your home office you need to establish certain rules for that space. If other family members will be using the same space then you must make sure that their personal items don't encroach on your productivity. Children may use your office space to do homework or use the computer, but if they leave a trail of folders, books, and toys behind then that will distract you when you sit down to work the next day.

Also, watch out for your own personal clutter. Photographs, bills, and coffee cups have a way of stealing desk space. Train yourself to put these things away when not in use and you will become much more focused in your home office.

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