LinkUP Thursday: Are We LinkedIn? What Are You Waiting For?

"Be not afraid of growing slowly, be afraid only of standing still." ~Chinese Proverb

Good Morning Folks,

In between postings here, I use LinkedIn and Twitter to be your guide to the very best resources and information online, providing deep insights into how to find, hire, motivate, train, incentivize, retain and improve the lives of hourly employees— and of course for being happier at work today and always. I sort the grain from the chaff. Think of my role as your information museum curator.

So if we have not connected socially, regardless of age, role in life or anything else, I welcome all in my friendly social club. Friend me on Twitter HERE and LinkedIN HERE.

Now here is today's.....

==> Link UP To The Informative, Enlightening and Inspiring Articles I've Been Sharing on Social Media!


"Only great leaders create great companies. Great leaders will challenge and inspire their people in their quest for excellence. People will only experience a feeling of pride when they worked hard for their success. If success comes easily, overnight, without too much effort, pride will not enter...more

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  Inspire ME Friday: Find Your Passion, Create Your Focus, And Success Will Follow.

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  "Success depends on focus. Focus depends on passion. Find your passion, create your focus, and success will follow."

  
  
• If you want to persuade others, give them choices http://s.hbr.org/15Oji2s
  

  

  To Persuade Others, Give Them Options

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  People want to feel both efficient and effective.
• How To Navigate Friendships At Work: Whether you work with friends or you're seeking new office buddies, here'... http://bit.ly/1yNbMPZ
  

  

  How To Navigate Friendships At Work

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  Whether you work with friends or you're seeking new office buddies, here's how to find the balance between being friendly and professional.

  
  
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  How to Work with Someone Who Drives You Crazy

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  By DeAnna Murphy -- You know the feeling: it is as though your colleague lives on another planet. When you try to focus on the big picture, s/he is obsessed with small details.

  
  
• Firms predict a modest rest of 2014, but layoffs less of a threat http://at.law.com/oLyLGL via @thelegalintel
  

  

  Firms Predict Modest 2014, But Layoffs Less of a Threat

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  After a perhaps surprisingly strong 2013 when it came to law firm financial performance, firm leaders are predicting a more tempered end to 2014.
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• “It’s great to see Onsite Outsourcing technology, strategy and hospitality in action— all delivered with a PERSONAL TOUCH.” #FSO-ONSITE-OUTSOURCING #Technology
  

  

  Shout Out Wednesday: Saluting Our Help Desk Superstars

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  "Talmas, Many thanks for resolving my VDU issues so promptly and upgrading my set-up. It has really boosted my productivity and the ease with which I can now work. And as a bonus, you even fixed my laptops network...

  
  
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  Mean People Fail

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  November 2014 It struck me recently how few of the most successful people I know are mean. There are exceptions, but remarkably few. Meanness isn't rare. In fact, one of the things the internet has shown us is how mean people can be.

  
  
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• A lesson in how to apologize, and the value of news as a process http://lnkd.in/eTqT-Hq … via @gigaom @mathewi
  

  

  A lesson in how to apologize, and the value of news as a process

  gigaom.com
  

  I've being doing the 'startup thing' for close to a year and a half. That might not sound like much, but I feel that I've learned a ton and gained much experience. Following a recent startup-oriented weekend adventure I took a...

  
  
• The Key to Happiness: More Work and Less Stuff http://lnkd.in/d_JnE93
  

  

  The Key to Happiness: More Work and Less Stuff

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  Learn to live simply. You will find rewards in surprising places.
• You’ll see that being Thankful is a fantastic state to be in all the time !! http://lnkd.in/eBU8M2U
  

  

  Thankful.

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  This past week my family, along with many others, celebrated Thanksgiving.  I am still a traditionalist when it comes to the holidays and their order.  Gathering together over food is always a good...
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  Sometimes It's Better To Lead With Your Heart Rather Than Your Head - Forbes

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  Sometimes it is better to ease up on yourself so that you can perform your best. And I should know because I tried it. As some readers know I play piano for fun. Over the past six months I have been playing in a local senior...
• One Foolproof Way to Achieve Greater Happiness at Work http://pulse.me/s/3beeHF
  

  

  One Foolproof Way to Achieve Greater Happiness at Work

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  This technique will help you re-calibrate your thoughts and think beyond the tasks at hand, even on your dullest days.

  
  
• Seeing Profit as a Consequence Not a Purpose by @Emotivebrand on @LinkedIn http://lnkd.in/eEGxRf3
  

  

  Seeing Profit as a Consequence Not a Purpose

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  How do you define the purpose of your business? Like many, you probably default to saying, “To make profits”. And while that is certainly an aim of every capitalistic enterprise, it falls short as a useful and motivating driver...

  
  
• Why Giving Back Is Good for Business http://pulse.me/s/3aGQ3E
  

  

  Why Giving Back Is Good for Business

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  Intellinet's core value is service and exists for the purpose of giving back. I sat down with it's President Mark Seeley to find out how this has impacted their over-all business performance.

  
  
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  40 Little Ways to Find Happiness in What You Already Have

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  Practical Tips for Productive Livingr
• When you exchanged Wedding vows with your spouse, you accepted, comforted, honored and and promised to keep each other in sickness or in health, for better or for worse, so long as you both shall live. Fortunately these vows don't apply to the marriage with your outsourcing partner. http://lnkd.in/dxJwirT #LawFirms #BackOffice #Outsourcing #FSO #Legal-Outsourcing-Services
  

  

  Law Firms: Is Your Outsourcing Marriage On The Rocks?

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  "Your company continues to amaze me. I am in awe of what you have done in just a few short years. Your enthusiasm for your team is wonderful. What a joy it is to not only find a CEO who believes in his employees and...

  
  
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  4 Ways to to Deal with the Fear of Failure

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  You can't succeed without failing first. Apply the following to get over the fear of failure.
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  Why Great Companies Hire Veterans

  Cesar Nader on LinkedIn
  

  In his book, “Good To Great”, Jim Collins talks about a couple of principles that he noted from some of the most exceptional companies. One of those principles is to “Get the right people on the bus, the wrong people off the...
• “How economists and their ideas have contributed to the rise of the entire Internet economy and to some of the iconic companies within it." #TedTuesday #FSO-ONSITE-OUTSOURCING #RobertLitan
  

  

  Ted Tuesday: An Economist Walks into a Bar: TEDx Talk by Robert Litan

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  "Business models and structures that have contributed to the success of endeavors such as Cupid.com , Priceline, Google ads, Amazon, and sabermetrics in sports. "I think economists deserve some respect," Litan said....
• Even Among Harvard Graduates, Women Fall Short of Their Work Expectations http://nyti.ms/1FCJpnL via @UpshotNYT
  

  

  Even Among Harvard Graduates, Women Fall Short of Their Work Expectations

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  Both sexes have ambitious goals for their career and family life, a study finds, but entrenched factors seem to hold many women back.

  
  

  
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  Mitchell D. Weiner
  Chief Happiness Officer

  
  

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Shout Out Wednesday: Saluting Our Help Desk Superstars

"Talmas, Many thanks for resolving my VDU issues so promptly and upgrading my set-up. It has really boosted my productivity and the ease with which I can now work. And as a bonus, you even fixed my laptops network problem! Super star!"

Good Morning Folks.

This past week my family, along with many others, celebrated Thanksgiving. I reflected on how blessed we are.

Onsite Outsourcing is a challenging field, but it is also one of the most fulfilling careers a person could ever pursue. You have the chance to interact with humans everyday, and you never know how your interaction may deeply impact them.

It’s great to see Onsite Outsourcing technology, strategy and hospitality in action— all delivered with a PERSONAL TOUCH.

OUR PEOPLE. They are our world. Our life. You're what customers buy and what I owe to my career for each and every day. And I believe you do the same. 

Maya Angelou said, "Let gratitude be the pillow upon which you kneel to say your nightly prayer. And let faith be the bridge you build to overcome evil and welcome good."

That in mind, here are the great things our clients are telling us about the employees who personify our leaders of the future. And though I never blog too much of our technology capabilities, today I will let our customers do the talking.

Kevin Jackson, ASME

Great job by the team to execute in your absence, shows the strength you have built within your staff.

Cori, Decorian 
"I just wanted to let you know what a good job Cori is doing. I’ve seen him around cleaning the kitchen (in detail), constantly restocking supplies, and in general is extremely helpful (and does everything with a big smile on his face). I’m not the only person who has noticed what a positive impact he has made in his short time here, and I just wanted to make sure you knew everyone is noticing it and is appreciative."

Gloria, Sarah Lawrence
"Just wanted to send you a friendly email to tell you how helpful Gloria was yesterday.  Jackie, our graduate student worker, needed to turn around 80 guides in a couple hours for the Graduate Writing School…we brought the paperwork down to Gloria and she did it faster than expected, no questions asked. It was awesome and I thanked her – but I wanted to make sure you knew."

Cheryl, eni

"Just writing to let you know that Cheryl has been a big help for me in finding design information for some of our shelf facilities. After the transition of this information from New Orleans to Houston when the company moved, locating the document/records has been somewhat of a challenge to put it mildly. And while I haven’t found everything that I have looked for every single time I have gone to her, her initiative and persistence makes me believe we are heading in the right direction."

Keyana, Unicredit
"I just wanted to show you something really great Keyana did on Monday while I was out of the office. I had explained to her that I needed the attached done for a KPI book I was putting together. Although I had notes in a binder of what to do, I did not have the opportunity to walk her through both sheets. She put on her pro-active hat and figured it out on her own and sent it to me on Monday so I would have it today. Isn’t that AWESOME?!!☺"


Capco Team,  **2 Kudos in 1 Month**
"The FSO team is the best!! Always ready to pitch in and help me! I don't know what I would do without them. Thank You!!!!! J J "

"Just wanted to give you guys a big THANK YOU, for assisting with the mass mailing I had. I know it was alot to stuff, label, stamp and mail out over 1000 envelopes. You guys came through and got them all out on time. I appreciate it."

Talmas, IT, Capco **Multiple Kudos in 1 Month**
"Awesome service installing and troubleshooting SharePoint."

"I called Talmas, in the afternoon with a laptop issue. My laptop would not load Windows, leaving me unable to work. Talmas tried to assist over the phone, but when he found that he could not, he met me at the office, and resolved the issue. Talmas definitely went the extra mile! Thank you for resolving my lap top issues and for your patient; you're a great person to work with."

"Appreciate you helping me out with my laptop issues and you are never too busy to assist when needed. Seemed like you were juggling a million laptops at the same time as well! Thanks again!"

"Talmas, Many thanks for resolving my VDU issues so promptly and upgrading my set-up. It has really boosted my productivity and the ease with which I can now work. And as a bonus, you even fixed my laptops network problem! Super star!"

Photo: Leaders of the future breakfast with me

Be inspired. Power of focus and positive energy. It's FSO that makes a difference and you lead the charge. 

Have a fabulous day filled with love and inspiration.  

Hugs all around,

Mitchell D. Weiner
Chief Happiness Officer

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"I work very hard, and I play very hard. I'm grateful for life. 
And I live it--I believe life loves the liver of it." -Maya Angelou

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Ted Tuesday: An Economist Walks into a Bar: TEDx Talk by Robert Litan

"Business models and structures that have contributed to the success of endeavors such as Cupid.com, Priceline, Google ads, Amazon, and sabermetrics in sports. "I think economists deserve some respect," Litan said.

Good Morning Folks,

In this TEDx talk, Robert Litan, a nonresident senior fellow in Economic Studies, tells the Kansas City audience "how economists and their ideas have contributed to the rise of the entire Internet economy and to some of the iconic companies within it." Litan reviews the contributions economists have made to business models and structures that have contributed to the success of endeavors such as Cupid.com, Priceline, Google ads, Amazon, and sabermetrics in sports. "I think economists deserve some respect," Litan said. Watch below or on tedxtalks.ted.com:



Litan is author, with Ian Hathaway of Ennsyte Economics, of the recent papers, "The Other Aging of America: The Increasing Dominance of Older Firms" and "Declining Business Dynamism in the United States: A Look at States and Metros."

This talk was part of an event titled "Changing the Narrative," held on August 9, 2014.

Have a GREAT Day,



Mitchell D. Weiner
Chief Happiness Officer  

Ideas are not set in stone. When exposed to thoughtful people, they morph and adapt into their most potent form. TED Tuesdays on MitchWeiner.com highlights some of today's most intriguing ideas. Look for more talks on Technology, Entertainment and Design -- plus science, business, global issues, the arts and much more— HERE.  

About FSO Onsite Outsourcing
Recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of the nation's fastest growing companies for the third consecutive year, and lead by industry pioneer, Mitch Weiner, FSO's growth and success can be attributed to making a positive and powerful impact on their clients' bottom lines, as well as their employees' careers and lives.