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How to build on the successful start in your new job

1. Quotable quote

Cheryl Reimold, Being a Boss, Dell, NY, 1984, p.120.

"Remember the seven secrets of being a number one boss:

  1. Develop professional expertise.
  2. Sharpen your communication skills.
  3. Cultivate enthusiasm.
  4. Keep an open mind.
  5. Pay attention to accomplishment.
  6. Be accessible.
  7. Respect your staff - treat your staff as you treat your clients."

2. Viewpoint

Tom Peters, to a Stanford University audience.

"The top-performing managers are cheerleaders, not cops; enthusiasts, not referees; nurturers, not naysayers."

3. Don't forget

Three useful pieces of advice:

  1. Don’t expect anyone to behave, think, or respond as you would.
  2. Always expect the unexpected and plan for people to be unpredictable.
  3. Always have Plan B available for when Plan A bites the dust. …
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