Eric Jacobson

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How To Build Immunity To Burnout In The Workplace

Eric Jacobson

The longer version of my why is that in 2011, I had a hypertensive emergency with a blood pressure reading of 200/110 that was brought on by severe chronic stress and burnout. In other words, these responses, whether they’re positive or negative, constructive, or destructive, worked to alleviate our stress.

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From The Bench To The Boardroom

Eric Jacobson

In the new book, From the Bench to the Boardroom , Michael MacDonald shares his journey from humble beginnings in the outskirts of Philadelphia, to his college basketball career at Rutgers, to executive positions at Xerox and Medifast. He previously served as executive chairman of the board from November 2011 until December 2017.

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Don’t EVER Doubt How Leadership Impacts the Employee Experience, Customer Experience, and Overall Brand Experience!

Eric Jacobson

Debbie Laskey: In the CORNER OFFICE section of The New York Times , there was a memorable interview on January 29, 2011, entitled, " Hey, Rock Stars: Take Your Show SomeplaceElse ," conducted by Adam Bryant of Michael Lebowitz, founder and CEO of Big Spaceship, a digital marketing and communications agency. Do you agree with this approach?

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What Disgruntled Exiting Employees Mean To Your Business

Eric Jacobson

Most of the 80 companies had more than $2 billion in annual revenues, so perhaps the 2011 percentage would be lower had smaller companies been surveyed. That may help to maintain a positive relationship after the employee leaves. However, what are these companies doing before their employees leave?

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Resolve To Find A Mentor In 2011

Eric Jacobson

Friday, December 24, 2010 Resolve To Find A Mentor In 2011 Having a mentor is one of the best things you can do to advance your career as a leader. So, decide today to secure a mentor who will work with you during 2011. . -- Eric Jacobson -- formerly a Senior Vice President at Penton Media in Overland Park, Kansas (Kansas City, MO).

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Give Positive Feedback. Don't Praise.

Eric Jacobson

Saturday, November 20, 2010 Give Positive Feedback. There is an important difference between giving your employees positive feedback and giving them praise. Positive feedback focuses on the specifics of job performance. Dont Praise. The report that you just prepared for me was thorough and concise. Don't Praise.

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A Maxim For Leaders For 2011

Eric Jacobson

Tuesday, December 28, 2010 A Maxim For Leaders For 2011 I heard this advice quoted the other day and wanted to share it. All great advice for leaders and managers as we start 2011. Its from William Arthur Ward , one of Americas most quoted writers of inspirational maxims: Do more than belong: participate. Don't Praise.

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