| July, 2007 Ahhh, the long, languid days of summer are upon us. Traditionally an opportunity for family and friends to gather, summer is also a good time to consider another kind of get-together – assembling your board or your team for a mid-year retreat, or as a recent participant in one of our board visioning & governance workshops said, “this isn’t a retreat, it’s an advance!” Whether your organization is a nonprofit or for-profit, try setting aside some time to get to know your fellow board or team members in an informal setting this summer. You might be surprised at what you learn about each other! The NewLevel Group Team
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| | | Leave the Office Behind Getting the leadership team out of the office gives us the time to lift our heads up and take a look at the world from a broader perspective. The chance to think strategically, away from the distractions of phone calls and emails, serves not only to help clarify the direction and goals of the organization, it can be a valuable way to invigorate commitment and strengthen the culture. What does it mean to think strategically? Read more...
| | | Green Can be Gold for Businesses NewLevel Group's Lisa Toller sat down with Barry Wiss, Vice President of Communications and Trade Relations from Trinchero Family Estates, to find out how the company's environmental leadership has contributed to their bottom line. Read more...
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| Boost Creativity in Your Workplace Are you hitting the snooze button in the morning or jumping out of bed excited about going to work? We all need to shake things up from time to time, brainstorm fresh ideas, and renew our excitement and passion for our jobs. Carrie Hays’ article “5 Tips for Boosting Creativity” suggests ways managers can engage their employees and improve productivity.
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