Jeff Schmitt

Recent Articles by Jeff Schmitt

October 8, 2010

Excelling as a First-Time Manager

It was only a matter of time. Year after year, you beat your numbers and earned the highest marks on evaluations. Your manager sang your praises; your clients ...

October 8, 2010

Twenty Tips for First-Time Managers: How Not to Blow It

Everyone loved you as a co-worker. Now you have to prove yourself as a boss

August 6, 2010

20 Ways to Get More Done...Today: Take Control of Your Day

No dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, or motivational speakers required

July 13, 2010

Rehashing Dan Gilbert's Parting Shot at LeBron James

It seemed too good to be true. For years, the Cleveland Cavaliers were an NBA laughingstock, saddled with hefty contracts, selfish players, and a half-empty arena. ...

June 29, 2010

Obama vs. McChrystal: Drawing Leadership Lessons

He said what? You can only imagine President Barack Obama's reaction when he heard about the scathing remarks in Rolling Stone magazine made by U.S. Army General ...

June 4, 2010

Thirty Ways to Wreck Your Career: Here's How You Did It

Chances are your less-than-stellar professional path is no one's fault but your own. Here's how you did it (or what not to do if you're starting out)

January 27, 2010

Leaving Your Legacy at Work

No one has to tell you. It just doesn't feel right. And it's more than the quiet, closed doors, whispers, and averted eyes. Maybe, you think, the time has come. Maybe,...

January 18, 2010

A Frank Talk With You, Boss

Welcome! I'm so glad you made it. Make yourself comfortable. You're probably wondering why I invited you. You're in for a treat. You see, this is your annual review, ...

January 18, 2010

Bad Bosses: What Kind Are You?: Time to Face Your Reports

Contemplate the ways you've failed the people who report to you, and you've taken a huge step toward righting them

October 30, 2009

Thriving Alongside Dead-Enders

Every company has them. You know the type: complainers, excuse peddlers, and hermits. They've worked here forever, seen and done it all, watched bosses come and go. ...