The importance of a personal SWOT analysis for managers and the consequences of not doing so

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Self-management is an essential skill for managers. It is about organising yourself, setting and achieving personal and professional goals and managing stress and time efficiently. A central method of self-management is the personal SWOT analysis, a tool that helps to objectively assess one’s own situation and make strategic decisions. This analysis examines strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.

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Instant Sparks for Leaders: Why evolution beats revolution in transformations

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Leaders are constantly faced with the challenge of transforming their teams and organisations to meet changing market demands, integrate technological innovations or increase efficiency and productivity. The central question is: is it better to achieve this transformation through a gradual, evolutionary method or through an abrupt, revolutionary change?

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The limits of emotional marketing: How personal self-presentations negatively influence the charisma of competence and the acquisition of new customers

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Emotional marketing has become a central element in the communication of entrepreneurs on social media. Especially on platforms such as LinkedIn, which promote professional networks and business relationships, start-up founders try to show closeness and authenticity through personal self-presentations. But where is the line between authenticity and losing the aura of competence?

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The art of efficient instructions: 4 communication tips for managers

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Managers face the daily challenge of giving their employees clear, precise, understandable and motivating instructions. This is not only crucial for the efficiency and productivity of the team, but also for the satisfaction and commitment of employees. In this article, we explain how managers can formulate effective instructions that achieve these goals.

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How managers communicate efficiently with their team

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The efficiency of communication processes within a team of employees is a key factor in the success of an organisation. Managers play a crucial role in ensuring that communication not only takes place, but is also effective and efficient. But how can they check and organise this? This article highlights the relevant criteria for this.

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Self-doubt in managers: Understanding, effects and solutions

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Managers are under constant scrutiny and immense pressure as they are expected to lead their teams effectively, make strategic decisions and consistently deliver high performance. Despite their often impressive skills and achievements, they are not immune to self-doubt. These doubts can significantly impact both their own effectiveness and that of their team. This article explores the origins of self-doubt in leaders, highlights its negative effects and outlines effective strategies to overcome it.

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Early indicators of impending team conflicts: A guide for managers

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Teams are at the heart of productive companies. Cohesion and efficient cooperation within this form of collaboration is crucial for success. Managers are therefore faced with the challenge of not only adequately managing the performance of their teams, but also recognising and resolving potential conflicts at an early stage. Early indicators play a central role here. These indicators, which are often subtle and difficult to recognise, can give managers valuable clues that a conflict could seriously jeopardise the team structure.

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Effective communication of mistakes: Five wording alternatives for managers

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It is not only in the healthcare sector that managers must be prepared for employees to make mistakes However, how these mistakes are addressed can have a significant impact on the working relationship and team climate. It is crucial to formulate criticism in such a way that it is received constructively and does not impair cooperation. Here are five psychological principles and the corresponding wording alternatives that managers can use to address mistakes and maintain the quality of cooperation.

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Positioning for managers: The fine line between persistence and stubbornness

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Managers are expected to master a variety of challenges, from managing employees to making strategic decisions and adapting to market changes. One is to find the balance between persistence and stubbornness. While perseverance is often seen as a virtue, stubbornness can lead to problems. But how can managers recognise the difference and ensure that they act persistently but not stubbornly?

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