Month: July 2017
A Title Does Not Make a Leader
The first misstep many new managers make is they believe their new title gives them the ability to lead. They feel that because they are the manager, they are a leader that others should follow – sometimes without question. While the title does give the manager authority, it doesn’t guarantee that people will follow. In some cases, a good leader can demonstrate leadership characteristics long before they are given an official leadership position. So, what distinguishes someone who just holds a title from a great leader? For starters, you are not a leader just because you are an expert. Let’s
Fight Ransomware With A Worthless Computer
Ransomware attacks are not new, but there has definitely been a recent surge in occurrences. Even as I write this blog, another huge attack has taken down several large companies across the globe! The monetary losses have been calculated in the billions, but for some people the data that was lost is priceless. The situation can be devastating for both businesses and individuals. While effective use of virus scanning software and religiously applying the latest security updates are good practices, they don’t guarantee your safety. If somehow, something slips by those layers of protection, are you prepared? I had the