Extension Human Resources Blog » Communication

Dealing with what other people say or do

Graham Cochran — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 12:13:17 +0000

This week, a colleague shared a Blog entry from HarvardBusiness. The author suggests that when we have trouble with the way people react, the problem may not be them but us and our expectations. One of his points is that “instead of getting frustrated with other people, learn their rules of engagement. If you pretend each person is from a foreign country you don’t fully understand, you’ll be more open to accepting him or her.” I enjoyed the entry, which reminded me of a mentor who once suggested I put a mental stamp on some people’s forehead that said “irregular”. That way I wouldn’t go into any interaction with them expected them to react or behave as I would anticipate. That advice has helped me for years.

Graham Cochran

Cell phone rules & text messaging etiquette

Garee Earnest — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 20:35:31 +0000

Several postings on About.com provide useful tips on using cell phones, including text messaging. Take a look and use for yourself, office team, or families as you see fit.

Top 6 Rules for Using Cell Phones at Work

1. Turn Your Cell Phone Ringer Off

2. Use Your Cell Phone Only for Important Calls

3. Let Your Cell Phone Calls Go to Voice Mail

4. Find a Private Place to Make Cell Phone Calls

5. Don’t Bring Your Cell Phone Into the Restroom … Ever

6. Don’t Bring Your Cell Phone to Meetings

Text Messaging Etiquette for Tweens (or anyone for that matter)

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Garee Earnest

Leader, Extension Human Resources

Tips for writing and managing e-mail

Garee Earnest — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 19:56:17 +0000

I receive a daily message from the HR Daily Advisor and thought I would share two recent messages with all of you.

One was called “Do your E-mails Send the Right Message?” I know how tough it is sometimes to communicate what I am trying to say in an e-mail and think this information is helpful for me.

The second was a follow-up message regarding how to manage e-mails – 10 Tips for Managing Out-of-Control E-Mail.

I hope you are able to use the information as well.

Written by:

Garee Earnest
Leader, Extension Human Resources