Weekly Show Description & Information

Do Manners Matter at Work?

This week (03/08/10 to 03/14/10) Work Matters takes on the subject of buisness etiquette.

Think your manners at work don't matter? Think again!

This week's guest Diane Gottsman, says that 85% of job success is based on personal conduct and the ability to put others at ease. And she should know, Ms. Gottsman is the founder of The Protocol School of Texas, a business etiquette expert and the author of Pearls of Wisdom.

Then, in the regular segment of Uncommon Sense, Nan and her friend and colleague Beth Pelkofsky field listener questions.

Finally, Nan shares some of her own business etiquette tips in the segment Myths and Tips.

Have you read Nan's award winning book? Take a look at "Hitting Your Stride" on Amazon.com. Or, you might like her book "Nibble Your Way to Success"

Call Nan on her toll free number 866-944-8195 and tell her what's going on in your work world and why your work matters.

Non-Verbal Communication

This week (03/1/10 to 3/7/10) Work Matters takes on the subject of body language.

Does your non-verbal communication sabotage your job interviews or how you're perceived on the job? Is there anything you can do to change this?

This week's guest Carol Kinsey Goman, President of Kinsey Consulting Services, international speaker, and author of The Non-Verbal Advantage explains how assumptions are made based on an individual's attitude, physical traits and actions.

In the regular segment of Uncommon Sense, Beth Pelkofsky joins Nan to field listener questions.

eBox:
Flexible Work Practices

Fewer Sick Days in Green Buildings

Happiness Good for the Heart

Have you read Nan's award winning book? Take a look at "Hitting Your Stride" on Amazon.com. Or, you might like her book "Nibble Your Way to Success"

Call Nan on her toll free number 866-944-8195 and tell her what's going on in your work world and why your work matters.

Honest Communication

This week (2/22/10 to 2/28/10) Work Matters takes a look at honest communication at work.

Most of us think that being a good employee means not rocking the boat. But, how do we react when we realize that some difficult issues need to be addressed and the current course of action needs to be changed?

This week's guest Meryl Runion, says that employees need to have the tools to know how, when, and why to speak up. She also explains that honest and effective communication can help prevent misunderstandings and unclear work assignments.

In Meryl's new book Speak Strong, she shares tips and techniques to help workers feel more comfortable to recognize and confront difficult situations head on.

Then, in the regular segment of Uncommon Sense, Nan and her friend and colleague Beth Pelkofsky field listener questions.

Have you read Nan's award winning book? Take a look at "Hitting Your Stride" on Amazon.com. Or, you might like her book "Nibble Your Way to Success"

Call Nan on her toll free number 866-944-8195 and tell her what's going on in your work world and why your work matters.

Your Uniqueness at Work

This week (02/15/10 to 2/21/10) Work Matters explores your individual contribution to your workplace.

Do those who work with you know who you are? Could they name your greatest attributes and explain how they add to and improve your work environment? If not, you can change that!

This week's guest Simon T. Bailey, has years of experience helping people clear obstacles between themselves and their true brilliance. He uses the same principles as a gemologist:
Clarity: Seek Profound Insight
Color: Discover Unwavering Belief
Cut: Take Bold Action
Carat: Choose to Be Big

His book Release Your Brilliance explains fully how to take each of the necessary steps to ignite your brilliance.

In the regular segment of Uncommon Sense, Beth Pelkofsky joins Nan to field listener questions.

eBox:
Generations United in Job Unhappiness

We Can Measure the Power of Charisma

Who Has Easy Path to Top?

Have you read Nan's award winning book? Take a look at "Hitting Your Stride" on Amazon.com. Or, you might like her book "Nibble Your Way to Success"

Call Nan on her toll free number 866-944-8195 and tell her what's going on in your work world and why your work matters.

Harnessing Habits for Success

This week (02/8/10 to 2/14/10) Work Matters looks at how our habits can affect us positively and negatively.

How can we harness and incorporate positive physical and mental movements in our lives and in our work?

This week we have two guests on the show to teach us how to improve our habits. First, Joan Price joins Nan to discuss increasing our physical movement. Joan has years of experience teaching and practicing the art of fitting more exercise into a busy day. She is the author of The Anytime, Anywhere Exercise Book: 300+ quick and easy exercises you can do whenever you want!.

Then, Mark Weinstein, the author of Habitually Great talks to Nan about how discipline, determination and accountability change our negative work habits.

eBox:

70% Reject Applicants Because of Info They Find Online

Motivation Skills Lacking in Workplace

Have you read Nan's award winning book? Take a look at "Hitting Your Stride" on Amazon.com. Or, you might like her book "Nibble Your Way to Success"

Music at Work - Help or Hindrance?

This week (02/1/10 to 2/7/10) Work Matters delves into the question of whether music in the workplace should be encouraged.

Does music improve a workplace? Should one person's choice of music be the only choice on the job? What does music do to a person's concentration?

This week's guest Joshua Leeds, is an expert in the field of psychoacoustics. He visits with Nan about the positive and negative effects of music and sound on a person's ability to concentrate and on their nervous system. In addition to being a sound researcher, music producer and educator, he is the author of The Power of Sound: How to Manage Your Personal Soundscape for a Vital, Productive & Healthy Life.

Also, Nan's colleague Beth Pelkofsky joins her to field listener questions in the regular segment Uncommon Sense.

eBox:

Gadgets Make for Ruder Workplace

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Unleashing Your Genius Thinking

This week (1/25/10 to 1/31/10) Work Matters celebrates your genius and explores how you can tap into it at work.

Why do you need to be creative? What is genius and do you have a hidden genius waiting to be unleashed? Once you discover your creative genius, what do you do with it?

This week's guest Michael Gelb passion for creativity shines through his conversation and through his writing. He is the author of best-selling books, including How to Think Like Leonardo Da Vinci. He talks about Da Vinci's genius and explains how to honor your own non-linear thinking.

Also, Nan's colleague Beth Pelkofsky joins her to field listener questions.

eBox:

Not Your Mother's Workforce

Boomer Retirement

Your Vacation

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Social Media and Your Work

This week (1/18/10 to 1/24/10) on Work Matters we learn how social media can affect us in the workplace.

What is social media? How can we use it to our advantage? What are the pitfalls? Does it make sense for you to use it at all?

Our guest Dr. Bill Bruck, founding partner of Q2Learning and author of Taming the Information Tsunami explains precisely the definition of social media and the pros and cons of the technology.

Also, my colleague Beth Pelkofsky joins me to field listener questions.

I end the show with a segment where I share my own insights into social media.

eBox:

Why New Hires Fail

Let me know your thoughts on the show. Please call my new toll-free number (1-866-944-8195) and tell me what's on your mind. Or if you prefer, contact me with any questions or comments at workmatters@nanrussell.com

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Have you read my award winning book? Take a look at "Hitting Your Stride" on Amazon.com. Or, you might like my book "Nibble Your Way to Success"

Workplace Trust

This week (1/11/10 to 1/17/10) on Work Matters we look at the issue of trust in the workplace.

What role does trust play on the job? How do you lose trust? How can you rebuild it? Does it really matter?

Our guest Charles Feltman, trust expert and author of The Thin Book of Trust explains just how important it is to establish trust at work.

Also, my colleague Beth Pelkofsky joins me to field listener questions and offer tips for the new year.

I end the show with a segment Something to Think About.

eBox:

Job Satisfaction
Crying at Work

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Organizing for 2010

This week (1/04/10 to 1/10/10) on Work Matters we take on the issues of getting organized and staying organized

Do you feel like there's way too much paper in this "paperless" society? How can you stay ahead of it all instead of being buried under it? Is it really possible to keep your desktop clear?

Our guest Barbara Hemphill, "America's Favorite Organizer" and author of Taming the Paper Tiger at Work explains how to get your paper flow under control and stay on top of it. Here is the link to the Productive Environment Day Checklist.

Then, my colleague Beth Pelkofsky joins me to field listener questions and offer tips for the new year.

I end the show with a segment Something to Think About.

eBox:

9 Hardest Hit Jobs of 2009
Careerbuilder Survey

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Build Your Impressions

This week (12/28/09 to 1/03/10) on Work Matters we are looking at how to make a positive impression.

How do we build our own personal brand? How do we distinguish ourselves from others? What are the secrets to using our opportunites to make lasting positive impressions? Our guests help us understand how to put our best foot forward.

Our first guest Brenda Bence, branding expert and author of How You Are Like Shampoo. She offers some insights into how to use your strengths to build your personal brand.

Then, our second expert Frances Cole Jones, founder of Cole Media Managment and the author of How to Wow gives us advice about how to pack some punch when we present ourselves to others.

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Have you read my award winning book? Take a look at "Hitting Your Stride" on Amazon.com. Or, you might like my book "Nibble Your Way to Success"

A Cubicle or Cubicle-free Job for You?

This week (12/21/09 to 12/27/09) on Work Matters we take a look at where and how we work.

How do we land a job or keep from being eliminated from the interview process? Where should we be working? In a cubicle? Out of an independent office? This week's guests talk to us about what our options are.

Our first expert Rick Gillis, job counselor and author of The Real Secret to Find a Job? He offers some insights into getting our resumes noticed by those hiring.

Then, our second expert is Michelle Goodman, a freelance worker and the author of The Anti 9-to-5 Guide. She gives us advice about some of the ins and outs of freelancing.

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Still working on your holiday shopping? Take a look at "Hitting Your Stride" on Amazon.com. Or, you might like my book "Nibble Your Way to Success"

Multi-generational Relations

This week (12/014/09 to 12/20/09) on Work Matters we take a look at different motivators for workers of different generations.

There are four generations of workers in the workforce. What are the different expectations of each generation regarding their work? Has the current recession changed people's expectations and requirements?

Our guest this week, Cam Marston, is an expert in the field of intergenerational leadership and the author of Motivating the What's in it For Me Generation. He sheds some light on this interesting subject.

Then, in our regular segment of Uncommon Sense, my friend and colleague Beth Pelkofsky joins me to field listener questions. Finally, I think you'll enjoy the Shared Wisdom segment of the program.

eBox:

Gallup Honesty and Ethics Poll

Gallup: Americans Stay Positive

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Confident Communication

This week (12/07/09 to 12/13/09) on Work Matters we tackle the issue of how to be a confident speaker.

The fear of public speaking is a notorious and widespread panic creator. However, sometimes it's the mistakes in one-on-one interactions that trip us up. How can we communicate better on the small and large scale?

Harrison Monarth, leader in the field of persuasive communication, professional coach and author of the best selling books "The Confident Speaker" and "Executive Presence" explains the importance of all aspects of communication in the workplace.

Then, in our regular segment of Uncommon Sense, my friend and colleague Beth Pelkofsky joins me to field listener questions. I also have included a fun segment on Real World Stuff this week, too.

Real World:

Pink Glove Dance

Interview Blunders

Odd Resume Inclusions

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A New Way to See Change

This week (11/30/09 to 12/06/09) on Work Matters we explore the different processes that are involved in change.

How do you view change? Do you have a sense of adventure about the future? Learn how to do this better by listening to our expert guest this week.

Dr. Jeff Salz, cultural anthropologist, adventurer, TV personality and author of The Way of Adventure explains how business and societal cultures can successfully embrace change by valuing important relationships and sharing life's adventure.

Then, in our regular segment of Uncommon Sense, my friend and colleague Beth Pelkofsky joins me to field listener questions.

eBox:

Leadership Skills in Future

Jobless Gender Gap

Shading the Truth

Reading Worker Email

Online Job Search Mistakes

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Still working on your holiday shopping? Take a look at "Hitting Your Stride" on Amazon.com. Or, you might like my book "Nibble Your Way to Success"