 |
 | From the Editor's Desk
The Set-Up-To-Fail Syndrome When an employee fails—or even just performs poorly—managers typically do not blame themselves. The employee doesn’t understand the work, a manager might contend. Or the employee isn’t driven to succeed, can’t set priorities, or won’t take direction. Whatever the reason, the problem is assumed to be the employee’s fault—and the employee’s responsibility.
But is it? Sometimes, of course, the answer is yes. Some employees are not up to their assigned tasks and never will be, for lack of knowledge, skill, or simple desire. But sometimes—and we would venture to say often—an employee’s poor performance can be blamed largely on his boss.
Continued here
TradeBriefs: Newsletters for Decision-Makers!
Our advertisers help fund the daily operations of TradeBriefs. We request you to accept our promotional emails.
Want the newsletters, without the promotional mailers?
Get an (ad-free) subscription to TradeBriefs Premium for just $4 per month.
|
WorkWork
WorkWork WorkThe end of McDonald's self-serve soda signals a drive-thru-only future   “A big reason that we can now look at [small formats] is because of the growth that’s happened with the digital and delivery where you don’t necessarily need the big dining rooms that you needed in our traditional restaurants,” Chris Kempczinski, the CEO of McDonald’s, said during a July earnings call. “So you’re now able to look at real estate sites that previously would have been sort of off limits to us those become opportunities.” WorkHigh-profile man accused of rape could be named within weeks after change to Queensland law  Information and support for anyone affected by rape or sexual abuse issues is available from the following organisations. In Australia, support is available at 1800Respect (1800 737 732). In the UK, Rape Crisis offers support on 0808 500 2222. In the US, Rainn offers support on 800-656-4673. Other international helplines can be found at ibiblio.org/rcip/internl.html WorkWorkInflation expected to tick higher in August as oil prices surge  But prior to the report, markets were still expecting the central bank to pause its hikes at its meeting later this month. As of Tuesday afternoon, markets were pricing in a roughly 93% chance the Federal Reserve keeps rates unchanged at its Sept. 20 policy meeting, according to data from the CME Group. WorkWhy Palo Alto Networks Stock Fell Tuesday?  The company expects total revenue to grow between 5% and 7% in the second quarter. Furthermore, Oracle anticipates second-quarter earnings per share to be between $1.27 and $1.31 versus the $1.25 estimate. Work WorkWorkShould AI firms be forced to reveal the emissions of their models?  The climate activist groups behind the letter to Schumer aren’t just raising concerns over massive energy use by LLMs like ChatGPT, which they want “monitored and disclosed transparently, to allow both consumers and policymakers to understand the trade-off of such technology.” They also highlight AI models’ ability to amplify disinformation about climate change. “The ease and speed with which people and organizations can use LLMs to produce and distribute climate disinformation threatens to perpetuate climate denialism and slow efforts to fight climate change.” WorkWorkPandemic Fraud May Have Robbed Unemployment Insurance of $135 Billion  Pandemic relief for small businesses was also targeted by fraudsters. The Small Business Administration’s inspector general has estimated that more than $200 billion — or at least 17 percent of the roughly $1.2 trillion in pandemic loans the agency doled out — was disbursed to “potentially fraudulent actors.” WorkWork WorkWorkRoyal commissioner accuses ADF of 'too much talk and not enough action' on veteran suicide  In Australia, the crisis support service Lifeline is 13 11 14. In the UK and Ireland, Samaritans can be contacted on freephone 116 123, or email jo@samaritans.org or jo@samaritans.ie. In the US, you can call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline on 988, chat on 988lifeline.org, or text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor. Other international helplines can be found at befrienders.org WorkWorkSorrento Stock Deal Emerges Days Before It Runs Out of Cash  Sorrento was attacked by shortsellers in 2020 after its chief executive officer touted on Fox News that the firm had developed an antibody treatment “cure” for Covid-19. Famed shortseller Hindenburg Research was among the firms that targeted the company in a report. WorkWorkHow Copenhagen International Fashion Fair Bridges Markets, Niches, And Futures  “The most valuable takeaway from our CIFF x CFDA experience, both personally and for our brand, is the profound lesson that collaboration, creativity, and dedication can truly propel a brand to new heights. We’re humbled and excited by the overwhelming interest and feedback, and it reinforces our belief in the power of unity and innovation. This experience has shown us that when we come together with passion and purpose, remarkable things can happen, and we’re eager to carry this lesson forward on our brand’s journey,” reflect Kasper Todbjerg and Oliver Abrenica of ISNURH. For a few dynamic days, a showroom in the heart of the Sex & the City territory (corner of Mercer and Grand streets in Soho) brought together eco-style lovers to discover new names in the transatlantic catalog of emerging sustainability visionaries. And just like that, it was a win-win success story. WorkWorkWorkStreet-Styled BMX Athlete And Entrepreneur Nigel Sylvester Joins Linx Global Team  The Italian jewelry company concludes, “Together, we\'ll continue to revolutionize the chain industry, creating pieces that resonate with individuals seeking the perfect balance of style and affordability.” For jewelry lovers, the Linx Global name will become more familiar as they develop a rapport with Sylvester and grow their jewelry offerings. WorkWorkWorkWorkWorkWorkCan You Get the New Covid Vaccine and the Flu Shot at the Same Time?  Some experts believe that spreading out your shots might make sense if you can time them to just before each virus peaks. So while you may get the Covid vaccine this month, as cases rise in parts of the United States, you could consider waiting until later in the fall to get the flu shot. Flu cases typically peak between December and February; you can monitor flu activity in your state through the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s influenza surveillance reports for more detailed information. A doctor can also help you decide the best strategy, especially if you have a high risk of severe disease or are immunocompromised. WorkWorkStrikes and wet weather cause UK economy to shrink  Or could it be a last splash? As fixed rate mortgages deals end, over half of residential mortgage holders and a bigger slice of landlords with buy-to-let loans have been exposed to higher interest rates, monthly repayments rising typically by hundreds of pounds. WorkVMware Investors Should Take Stock Option in Broadcom Deal  This copy is for your personal, non-commercial use only. Distribution and use of this material are governed by our Subscriber Agreement and by copyright law. For non-personal use or to order multiple copies, please contact Dow Jones Reprints at 1-800-843-0008 or visit www.djreprints.com. WorkWorkGannett Is Looking for a Taylor Swift Reporter  “You cannot be conscious in the United States without on some level having to come to grips with Taylor Swift,” Dr. Thompson said. Covering someone like her, he added, is a “perfectly sound activity for a journalist to be doing.” WorkOKC unveils plan for new $900M Thunder arena  The city\'s news release cited a study that estimated the Thunder\'s annual economic impact at $600 million with 3,000 jobs created. The Thunder have played in the 21-year-old Paycom Center since moving to Oklahoma City in 2008. The franchise\'s long-term agreement to stay in Oklahoma City expired earlier this year, but the Thunder exercised a short-term extension while participating in the arena planning process. WorkWorkWorkWorkApple's New iPhones Get New Charging Systems  Besides its new iPhones, Apple also announced its next generation of smartwatches — a product that made its debut nearly a decade ago. The Series 9 Apple Watch, available in stores Sept. 22, will include a new gesture control that will enable users to control alarms and answer phone calls by double snapping their thumbs with a finger. WorkWorkWorkWorkWorkUkraine Strikes Russian Naval Ships at Black Sea Facility  Marc Santora has been reporting from Ukraine since the beginning of the war with Russia. He was previously based in London as an international news editor focused on breaking news events and earlier the bureau chief for East and Central Europe, based in Warsaw. He has also reported extensively from Iraq and Africa. More about Marc Santora WorkOlson hits 51st HR, ties Jones for Braves' record  Olson, who also has a 10-game hitting streak, entered the game on pace for 56 homers and 143 RBIs. He is one of just 15 players since 2000 to reach the 50-homer mark and the first left-handed hitter in the NL to hit 50 since Prince Fielder in 2007. WorkApple's New iPhones Get New Charging Systems Besides its new iPhones, Apple also announced its next generation of smartwatches — a product that made its debut nearly a decade ago. The Series 9 Apple Watch, available in stores Sept. 22, will include a new gesture control that will enable users to control alarms and answer phone calls by double snapping their thumbs with a finger. WorkWorkApple's New iPhones Get New Charging Systems Besides its new iPhones, Apple also announced its next generation of smartwatches — a product that made its debut nearly a decade ago. The Series 9 Apple Watch, available in stores Sept. 22, will include a new gesture control that will enable users to control alarms and answer phone calls by double snapping their thumbs with a finger. |
TradeBriefs Publications are read by over 10,00,000 Industry Executives |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/0912-c83d855418694f98a76415890ec63db3.png)
No comments:
Post a Comment