Dr. Gary Carlson

Raphael, It is a goodmidea to have place employees can call their retreat. It is used for getting things off their chest.

Susana, Some crisis situations can be averted by having plan in place if they did happen. Our sensitivity to crisis keeps us on our toes for our employees and business sake.

Joseph, People often have their own agenda but can communicate it in a professional manner. The real problem employees are the one's with an agenda and are obnoxious about their personal opinions. This is not allowed or tolerated. Again, this needs to be addressed before the meeting begins with the rules of the communication in the meeting.

Joseph, We all need to model appropriate behaviour and expect the same from all involved. As a leader there would be zero tolerance for unacceptable behaviour of any participants. Great brainstorming sessions can be destroyed by a sabatour.

Joseph, Understanding the time limits of each meeting and the goal of the meeting requires the agenda to assist you in completing the goal. Purpose and outline of the plan to get it done in the meeting is something that needs to be done before hand.

Joseph, Running a good meeting is a real art. The ground rules must be set before a meeting ever begins and people need to know that when they get outside the rules they will be so notified. Chaired many meetings in my lifetime and have observed some of the best. Every meeting needs to have the purpose well spelled out with the rules of communication explained. Depending on how formal the meeting is requres differenct setting rules. But without a doubt all meetings need to have guidelines for the participants.

Joseph, Two-way communication is a necessity to be aware of what is going on in your department or company. Building a trust level with your colleagues is important to acheive open and honest dialogue. Keeping an open mind and listening to your communicators makes meetings go much better when you have done this in advance.

Tammy, Your ability to have the confidence to help mentor your colleagues is very important. If you have had success in conquering stress or alleiviating it makes you a person others should want to follow. Your ability to keep your direction and dedication intact is important. When you have doubts just keep it simple. These days with pass.

Kimberly, Many people use exercise to help with their stress but it is important to keep yourself in balance. Your life should be in balance to help with health, recreation, mental acitivity and spiritual rejuvenation.

Kimberly, Many people use exercise to help with their stress but it is important to keep yourself in balance. Your life should be in balance to help with health, recreation, mental acitivity and spiritual rejuvenation.