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Showing posts with label Holidays. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Holidays. Show all posts
December 25, 2022
Happy Holidays
Feliz Navidad, Joyeux Noël, Frohe Weihnachten, Buon Natale, Feliz Natal, Crăciun Fericit, God Jul, Glædelig Jul, Hyvää Joulua, Gleðileg Jólm, Wesołych Świąt, Vrolijk Kerstfeest, Sretan Božić, Veselé Vánoce, Felicem Natalem Christi,
Nollaig Shona
December 25, 2016
Happy Christmas
Tezze Iliniz. Yahsi Olsun. Vesele Vanoce. Tchestita Koleda. Gladelig Jul. Roomsaid Joulu Puhi. Mitho Makosi. Sretan Bozic. Feliz Navidad. Mo'adim Lesimkha. Chena tova. Bada Din Mubarak Ho. Joyeux Noel. Merry Keshmish. Mele Kalikimaka. Merry Christmas. Hyvaa joulua. Buon Natale. Wesolych Swiat. Bozego Narodzenia. Feliz Natal. Craciun Fericit. Krismasi Njema. Froehliche Weihnachten. Srozhdestvom Kristovym.
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January 5, 2015
January To-Do List
There seems to be a lull between December 15th and January 15th where things wind down and wind back up but while you are sifting through your do it in the New Year pile, how can you get a jump on this ahead of everyone?
Less is way more
One way is to take a few moments today and carefully look at every item. Then determine which can be completely eliminated from your life. The ones that won’t make a single difference if you do them or not can deleted before you dive in.
They may have been important items at the end of last year but with some time, you may discover they aren't anymore. Check with who you need to check with and encourage everyone on the team to do the same. The results may surprise you.
It will make the January to-do list less daunting.
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Kneale Mann | People + Priority = Profit
rockonphilly
December 23, 2013
A Gift Idea
Canadian television personality and comedian Rick Mercer has a wonderful gift idea this year for all of us. We have enough coffee mugs.
Watch this
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Kneale Mann | Leadership Strategist, consultant, writer, speaker, executive coach facilitating performance growth with leaders, management, and teams.
Rick Mercer
Watch this
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Kneale Mann | Leadership Strategist, consultant, writer, speaker, executive coach facilitating performance growth with leaders, management, and teams.
Rick Mercer
January 7, 2013
It Can Wait 'Til January
I hope you had some time off over the Holidays for friends, family, and fun! For many, today seems to be the first day of work for 2013. Let’s review a few of the things we may have promised last month just so we’re on track. Let's talk when we get back from the break
You will need to begin that journey you once referred to as ‘later’.
Table that for January
Why do we push things off to some fictitious time in the future?
I’ll give you an answer after the Holidays
Vague promises server no one.
Can we deal with this in the New Year?
This means some time within a period of 365 days.
Let’s get right on that in January
"Right on that" means today, not some vague unscheduled non-event.
The best ways to improve your company’s performance are through strong internal customer service and strong leadership at all levels. If you want your team to bring forward ideas and feel a part of the process, then tell them when you are going to act and when you are simply not ready to take on new ideas.
We mean well at the time but may not heed the cumulative damage we create through vague promises to each other and to our customers.
It’s January. Let’s get to work.
Kneale Mann
cartelagency
December 21, 2012
Your Answer Might be Steps Away
I shared this in a presentation recently and shared it here previously. It gets a reaction every time so I thought I’d share it again. Yes it's a clever commercial but the message is what’s important.
As most wind down the year and enjoy some needed rest and family time, the work and stress will be waiting for them when they return to work in January. The pressures of making revenue numbers are often the very catalysts to crush creativity. But if you open your mind, the solution might be closer that you think.
Will you make the next step?
Kneale Mann
volkswagen
As most wind down the year and enjoy some needed rest and family time, the work and stress will be waiting for them when they return to work in January. The pressures of making revenue numbers are often the very catalysts to crush creativity. But if you open your mind, the solution might be closer that you think.
Will you make the next step?
Kneale Mann
volkswagen
December 25, 2011
November 25, 2011
Procrastination: The Business Strategy
I posted this list last year. Christmas is a month away. Do any of these sound familiar?
• We want to make some changes, but we’ll talk about it after Christmas.
• Let’s reconvene after the Holidays.
• There’s no way we can get to that until the New Year.
• I doubt we’ll have time to give that much thought until January
• There are too many distractions this time of year.
• That is a great idea. Let’s table it for the first quarter.
• Let’s wait. It’s crazy right now and the Holidays are coming up.
• There’s no time to deal with that at this time of year.
• We don’t look at any new business in December.
• We're too busy for that now.
• How about we wait until we can have a good look at this after the break.
• Nothing happens this time of year.
• We can’t handle new business opportunities until after Christmas.
Is there an opportunity for you to get to it now?
Kneale Mann
image credit: simplyzesty | original: dec 2010
December 26, 2010
Boxing Day | Shopping Day?
It is also a day to remember the millions of people who aren't so fortunate and in harm’s way. I watched CNN Heroes last night and that is a show that can give us some needed perspective. We can stop our whining now.
Year End Blowout!
In many areas of the world, today is Boxing Day. This is a tradition that began long before iPads and flat screens. It started centuries ago in many European countries as the “second Christmas” for those less fortunate. Gifts and necessities were delivered in boxes by those who were of means to do so.
Limited Time Offer!
In Canada, the UK, Australia, New Zealand and now the U.S., today and the rest of this coming week is huge for retail. Some claim the best bargains of the year happen right now. We can discuss the science of sales and the tactic of giving the impression of a great price another time. Urgency is the order of the day and it's crunch time.
Everything Must Go!
From Cadillacs to candy canes, everything that can be exchanged for money is tied to the shopping season of late November to early January. Many companies make or break their year during this sliver of time each year and Christmas is no longer the only objective. The next seven days are crucial so the "deals" will be "everywhere".
Sale Sale Sale!
Economic movement is a good thing, but perhaps we can also spend some of our down time this year on some work. And then perhaps as the credit card bills come in and we emerge from a pumpkin pie haze, we will be ready to get stuff done in January.
Some of us are open for business next week, but I digress.
As we search for a great price on items we don't need, perhaps we should focus a little time on what we do need.
knealemann | email
image credit: flickr
In many areas of the world, today is Boxing Day. This is a tradition that began long before iPads and flat screens. It started centuries ago in many European countries as the “second Christmas” for those less fortunate. Gifts and necessities were delivered in boxes by those who were of means to do so.
Limited Time Offer!
In Canada, the UK, Australia, New Zealand and now the U.S., today and the rest of this coming week is huge for retail. Some claim the best bargains of the year happen right now. We can discuss the science of sales and the tactic of giving the impression of a great price another time. Urgency is the order of the day and it's crunch time.
Everything Must Go!
From Cadillacs to candy canes, everything that can be exchanged for money is tied to the shopping season of late November to early January. Many companies make or break their year during this sliver of time each year and Christmas is no longer the only objective. The next seven days are crucial so the "deals" will be "everywhere".
Sale Sale Sale!
Economic movement is a good thing, but perhaps we can also spend some of our down time this year on some work. And then perhaps as the credit card bills come in and we emerge from a pumpkin pie haze, we will be ready to get stuff done in January.
Some of us are open for business next week, but I digress.
As we search for a great price on items we don't need, perhaps we should focus a little time on what we do need.
knealemann | email
image credit: flickr
December 24, 2010
Reflective Time
Something happens this time of year.
Obviously, Christmas is not celebrated by everyone but the business world is ruled by two dates around this time of year. And if you have spent any time doing any last minute shopping, we may wonder how far from the original meaning of the Holidays some have gotten. We push envelopes with communications and information but some traditions are deep rooted such as turkey and stuffing and brightly wrapped gifts.
Celebrations increase and the mood leans positive. I have too many people to thank here and would hate to miss someone but the number of people who I have had the privilege to meet through business and the social web is absolutely astounding. And if you have spent any time doing any last minute shopping, one could certainly wonder how far from the original meaning of the Holidays most have gotten.
Review. Recharge. Reload.
There is hope for a fresh new year around the corner and some new challenges to tackle with renewed energy. The world has limped through tough economic times – and perhaps simply because I’m looking for it – many look to 2011 with optimism.
I loved Mitch Joel’s post today about the myth of a work/life balance. This is our lives, this is our work, this is our world. I do take it personally and so should you. But in all of this, we can build that community and kick some serious backsides together.
Happy Holidays :-)
knealemann | email
image credit: pluggd
Celebrations increase and the mood leans positive. I have too many people to thank here and would hate to miss someone but the number of people who I have had the privilege to meet through business and the social web is absolutely astounding. And if you have spent any time doing any last minute shopping, one could certainly wonder how far from the original meaning of the Holidays most have gotten.
Review. Recharge. Reload.
There is hope for a fresh new year around the corner and some new challenges to tackle with renewed energy. The world has limped through tough economic times – and perhaps simply because I’m looking for it – many look to 2011 with optimism.
I loved Mitch Joel’s post today about the myth of a work/life balance. This is our lives, this is our work, this is our world. I do take it personally and so should you. But in all of this, we can build that community and kick some serious backsides together.
Happy Holidays :-)
knealemann | email
image credit: pluggd
December 2, 2010
Can It Wait Until January?
This is a interesting time of year. The parties are starting to happen, people are distracted by shopping lists and family commitments. And yes, there is more to life than work. But it's almost as if some have decided to let the clock run out on 2010.
It's that time of year when you hear some familiar phrases...
• We want to make some changes, but we’ll talk about it after Christmas.
• Let’s reconvene after the Holidays.
• There’s no way we can get to that until the New Year.
• I doubt we’ll have time to give that much thought until January
• There are too many distractions this time of year.
• That is a great idea. Let’s table it for the first quarter.
• Let’s wait. It’s crazy right now and the Holidays are coming up.
• There’s no time to deal with that right now.
• We don’t look at any new business in December.
• How about we wait until we can have a good look at this after the break.
• Nothing happens this time of year.
• We can’t handle new business opportunities until after Christmas.
Is there an opportunity for you to get to it now?
knealemann | email
image credit: upstart
It's that time of year when you hear some familiar phrases...
• We want to make some changes, but we’ll talk about it after Christmas.
• Let’s reconvene after the Holidays.
• There’s no way we can get to that until the New Year.
• I doubt we’ll have time to give that much thought until January
• There are too many distractions this time of year.
• That is a great idea. Let’s table it for the first quarter.
• Let’s wait. It’s crazy right now and the Holidays are coming up.
• There’s no time to deal with that right now.
• We don’t look at any new business in December.
• How about we wait until we can have a good look at this after the break.
• Nothing happens this time of year.
• We can’t handle new business opportunities until after Christmas.
Is there an opportunity for you to get to it now?
knealemann | email
image credit: upstart
December 14, 2009
What Is Your Holiday Greeting Prefence?
Email or snail mail. Festive tweet or Christmas card.
It was a difficult year but perhaps we can chalk it up to character building? Let’s go with that. As 2009 draws to an end, some good cheer is being exchanged.
I was speaking with a colleague last week and she had to cut the call short because she had to go write out client Christmas cards.
Then I wondered if we prefer cards or emails or e-cards or Facebook wall posts or think the electronic idea is better for the environment or is it simply important that the message is sent no matter the medium?
It was time for an impromptu Twitter poll. I wondered if you preferred a festive email or card in the mail or did it matter. A shout-out to mom who has been doing cards for decades - received mine last week.
This survey was held at around 8:15am on December 14, 2009 for about ten minutes – aka very official and highly scientific.
Here are the results...
@TWalk I don't send holiday cards, personal or business. Try to keep up with friends year-round.
@Thebookmaven I can't resist real cards in the mail. But some festive/photo emails are really terrific.
@mdbenoit2 Definitely card in the mail.
@SuzeMuse I am pretty proud of myself that I managed to send a few Christmas cards this year.
@tommyvaller I'm going to vote festive coffee or beer meeting. I'd much rather spend 10 minutes in person than any time on the phone. I'm sending the paper ones out today and prefer getting the paper kind, personally.
@fendergurl email always makes it there on time. (maybe a better 'green' holiday option)
@Robbie_J still love the hands-on feel of a proper Christmas card.
@slboval Post please. I am traditional that way.
@HeatherLeson Both. I have a large number of elderly relatives who love hand-written cards. Plus, there's a certain charm in getting mail.
@carolinekealey We did a donation to Snowsuit Fund and an e-card this year, and got lots of positive feedback for the eco-friendly switch
@Florina_B My choice: holiday cards on paper, more personalized...brings more joy
@ivan007 cards please
@AvrilAutopsy I'm old fashioned I like snail mail
@LizScherer I bought cards but have yet to write them. A festive email might suffice. Not mass tho - individual.
@wojtekhoch Both. I do both e-cards and Physical mail. There is something special about handwritten cards.
@Hannechr Prefer to give the greeting in person; but a card is always nice.
@joshchandler Festive email. Ha, there's no original thought or effort made, just electronic bits on a screen (lame!).
@gwenmccauley Holiday cards in the mail or festive email. What is your preference? I prefer to ignore Christmas!
@Lissansky Cards for the bosses, festive Facebook wall posts for everyone else :)
@OttMomGo Send cards in mail and like to get same. Get few email
@kbleggett As green as I try to be I still send out Xmas cards every year to family & friends around the globe.
@KarenHooper Still love to get Christmas cards in the mail.
What is your Holiday greeting preference?
@knealemann
marketing and social media strategy
image credits: twitter | ebay.com.au
It was a difficult year but perhaps we can chalk it up to character building? Let’s go with that. As 2009 draws to an end, some good cheer is being exchanged.I was speaking with a colleague last week and she had to cut the call short because she had to go write out client Christmas cards.
Then I wondered if we prefer cards or emails or e-cards or Facebook wall posts or think the electronic idea is better for the environment or is it simply important that the message is sent no matter the medium?
It was time for an impromptu Twitter poll. I wondered if you preferred a festive email or card in the mail or did it matter. A shout-out to mom who has been doing cards for decades - received mine last week.
This survey was held at around 8:15am on December 14, 2009 for about ten minutes – aka very official and highly scientific.
Here are the results...
@TWalk I don't send holiday cards, personal or business. Try to keep up with friends year-round.
@Thebookmaven I can't resist real cards in the mail. But some festive/photo emails are really terrific.
@mdbenoit2 Definitely card in the mail.
@SuzeMuse I am pretty proud of myself that I managed to send a few Christmas cards this year.
@tommyvaller I'm going to vote festive coffee or beer meeting. I'd much rather spend 10 minutes in person than any time on the phone. I'm sending the paper ones out today and prefer getting the paper kind, personally.
@fendergurl email always makes it there on time. (maybe a better 'green' holiday option)
@Robbie_J still love the hands-on feel of a proper Christmas card.
@slboval Post please. I am traditional that way.
@HeatherLeson Both. I have a large number of elderly relatives who love hand-written cards. Plus, there's a certain charm in getting mail.
@carolinekealey We did a donation to Snowsuit Fund and an e-card this year, and got lots of positive feedback for the eco-friendly switch
@Florina_B My choice: holiday cards on paper, more personalized...brings more joy
@ivan007 cards please
@AvrilAutopsy I'm old fashioned I like snail mail
@LizScherer I bought cards but have yet to write them. A festive email might suffice. Not mass tho - individual.
@wojtekhoch Both. I do both e-cards and Physical mail. There is something special about handwritten cards.
@Hannechr Prefer to give the greeting in person; but a card is always nice.
@joshchandler Festive email. Ha, there's no original thought or effort made, just electronic bits on a screen (lame!).
@gwenmccauley Holiday cards in the mail or festive email. What is your preference? I prefer to ignore Christmas!
@Lissansky Cards for the bosses, festive Facebook wall posts for everyone else :)
@OttMomGo Send cards in mail and like to get same. Get few email
@kbleggett As green as I try to be I still send out Xmas cards every year to family & friends around the globe.
@KarenHooper Still love to get Christmas cards in the mail.
What is your Holiday greeting preference?
@knealemann
marketing and social media strategy
image credits: twitter | ebay.com.au
