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What if Shakespeare Tweeted?

Some of the biggest tragedies in history and literature could have been solved so easily with a tweet or a timely Facebook post. Think Romeo and Juliet, Julius Ceasar, Hamlet – even the Trojan wars – a simple status update could have changed the world.
What if Shakespeare Tweeted?

Some of the biggest tragedies in history and literature could have been solved so easily with a tweet or a timely Facebook post. Think Romeo and Juliet, Julius Ceasar, Hamlet – even the Trojan wars – a simple status update could have changed the world.
The Cranky Middle Manager Show #285 Bingsop’s Fables Stanley Bing

Today Wayne Turmel welcomes back business humor legend Stanley Bing. In addition to talking about humor in the workplace and why corporate conspiracies are just a theory,we’ll talk about why humor is like porn, the first business satirist and potentially lifesaving advice for smart alecks everywhere.

Meanwhile check out these upcoming webinar workshops. PDUs are available for PMI Members
The Cranky Middle Manager Show #284 Conflict 101 with Susan Shearouse

Are the weasels making you crazy? Is their fighting amongst themselves as bad as when they fight with you? Today we’re talking conflict and how to cope. Susan Shearouse will join us to talk about “Conflict 101: A Manager’s Guide to Resolving Problems So Everyone Can Get Back to Work”. Also we talk cutting babies in half and wise words from someone who knew a little something about fathering babies.
Can Working Virtually Increase Happiness?

What does your commute have to do with your happiness? A recent study suggests working flexibly makes you happier and more productive and they can do the math to prove it.
Is Long Distance Recruiting Viable?

Working remotely is common, but finding and interviewing people remotely still causes managers and recruits lots of stress. Sound advice from one of the leading voices in the field.
How Many Is Too Many on a Virtual Meeting?

Just because you can cram hundreds of people onto your webinar or virtual townhall meeting doesn't mean you should. What's the right size for an effective virtual meeting?
The Cranky Middle Manager Show #283 Better Under Pressure Justin Menkes

Today Wayne Turmel talks to author Justin Menkes about what makes some leaders function well under pressure and others crack like a Chicago sidewalk. We talk about his new book “Better Under Pressure- How Great Leaders Bring Out the Best in Themselves and Others”. We also talk Trojan Kings, snarky philosophers and running great virtual meetings.
6 Ways to Regain Your Attention Span

With all the distractions at work, it's hard to maintain focus. Here are 6 tips for regaining some control at work. SQUIRREL!
When To Travel and When To Log On

So you got your travel budget back and you can go back to meeting in person, right? Not so fast. Tips for when to meet and when to just log on and get back to work.
How To Build Trust When Your Team Doesn't Know Each Other

Trust is built over time and with a lot of exposure to each other. But what if your team has little of the first and hard any of the other? 3 keys to building trust in remote teams.
5 Things You're Not Doing With Your Web Presentations But Should Be

Look don't take this personally, but there are 5 things you can do to make your online presentations better, and odds are you're not doing them. Yet.
The Cranky Middle Manager Show #282 Dealing with Constant Change, Andy Stefanovich

A wise man once said, “the only constant is change”. Might be true, but why does it suck? Today Wayne Turmel talks to Andy Stefanovich about his new book, “Look at More” about new approaches to the age-old problem of change. We also look at someone who could help most of Chicago’s problems, but not the Cubs. He was only human, after all.
Video Conferencing is Green-But Who Cares?

Video and web conferencing companies spend a lot of time and money trumpeting their green credentials. That's great, but how much does that really impact a company's buying decision?
The real test of employee engagement

We hear all the time about employee engagement and how it's measured (or not). But finally, I've found a simple metric that reveals what employers and employees alike really need to know.