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How to Manage Biased People:

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How to Manage Biased People by Maurice Ewing  |   9:00 AM October 31, 2013 Comments (11)         By now it’s generally accepted that if senior leaders suffer from  cognitive biases  their decisions can severely  undermine company performance . Yet, leaders are not the only members of organizations that exercise poor judgment: Non-leaders are sometimes irrational too. Bearing this in mind, it is imperative that strategy-setters make explicit allowance for just how cognitively fragile their employees might be – or else they risk not fully understanding why their “perfectly rational” strategies don’t work. Take the recent case of JC Penney, which hired and abruptly fired its CEO,  Ron Johnson , after the major changes he instituted took the company from bad to worse. Johnson’s critics have  explicitly accused  the former Apple superstar of having suffered fr...

San Francisco® & Earth to Echo summer contest:

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Submit your moving tip and enter to win  Earth to Echo  swag, movie package and a $100 VISA gift card! Moving can be difficult for anyone especially if it’s not your decision. This is the case in Relativity’s PG summer family adventure movie,  Earth to Echo . Tuck, Munch and Alex, an inseparable trio, and their families are being forced to move from their homes because of highway construction project. To help the families with their upcoming move, we at  San Francisco Movers ®  are hosting a summer moving tip contest! People can submit a photo and caption of their favorite moving tip for a chance to win  Earth to Echo  swag, 4 movie tickets, $30 concession gift card, and a $100 VISA gift card; second place  Earth to Echo  swag, 4 movie tickets, and a $50 VISA gift card. The moving tips can be fun and outside the box! Once you enter, be sure to promote your moving tip to increase your chances of winning. One lucky voter will win  Ear...

Uncertainty and timidity are two of the biggest enemies of relocation!

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Office relocation is one of the largest physical tasks your business would have ever seen, being an extremely difficult task, it is important to execute it in the most professional manner in order to ensure that the office files, documents, computers and other important things are carried to the new destination safely. Apart from ensuring that it reaches your place safe, it is a must to confirm that the things reach your place quick as well. This is because during your office relocation some or all of the sections of your organization will be out of service for a substantial period of time, certainly it is quite difficult to put the process in hold as the executives would have projects that are ending and you also need time to settle into your new office and get back to your work without any problem hence it is a must to complete the process quickly. Having said all that, in order to take out the stress from your office relocation you need to sign up for the services of a professional ...

Choose a Efficient Moving Organization in San Francisco:

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When you look for a moving company in San Francisco, you will definitely want to cope with one who is completely reliable and consistent. If they are also an organization which provides specialist solutions with the most cost-effective prices, they will be the option of most people who are compelled to uproot themselves and transfer to a totally new position. The globalization of the corporate globe indicates that employees are requested to shift from one place to another anywhere on the globe. Each shift includes packaging, transport, and unpacking again. Obviously your company would want you to review to the work place as easily as possible though, if your family has also shifted with you, it will be difficult to focus on your job until they have resolved down too. Choice of International Companies: Most multinationals choose expert  San Francisco moving  organizations that are able to transfer their employees in the quickest possible time. Many of these moving compan...

A Guide to Moving Antiques:

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Unlike items you buy at a local furniture store, antiques cannot simply be replaced, if damage is done during a move. Whether you have an entire collection of these finely dated pieces throughout your home, or if you have one single piece handed down through generations it will require a little extra care during the moving process to make sure it arrives to your destination in the same condition. Appraisal Before you even start comparing movers , you should have an appraisal done on all of your antiques. You cannot purchase the proper level of insurance, if you do not know how much you actually need. American Society of Appraisers is a good resource to use. This non-profit organization will help you find an accredited appraisal in your area. Choosing Movers The most important piece of moving advice to pay attention to is to hire movers with a proven reputation handling these sensitive pieces. Antiques are typically fragile and expensive, so you need professionals who are fully awa...

All You Need to Know About Vehicle Transportation:

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Vehicle relocation is often a must when it comes to moving. You can use your car to transport things and drive yourself, and your family to your new home. In many cases, when the trip is long distance , transporting your vehicle is a convenient option – you’re saving from miles, you won’t need to be on the road for long hours (someone else will do that for you), plus your vehicle will be better protected in the trailer than if it is on the road. Vehicle transportation services are a great option with many advantages. Here are the answers to the most common questions asked regarding the relocation of a vehicle. What is Vehicle Transportation? Transportation of vehicles takes place in two ways – through a carrier and through a broker. What is the difference? Carriers are the companies that directly take and ship automobiles. The brokers are the companies that organize the shipping but do not offer it is a service themselves. Usually hiring a broker is more expensive because you pay th...

7 Ways to Prevent Move Day Scams

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It is a nightmare scene when your movers and packers held everything in his hostage in the storage facility and asks you more money to get your stuff back. Moving scams are not new, and you certainly don’t want to take chances with it. All you have to do is remain conscious about certain things such as:   Never Pay Upfront Usually, the movers asks for the half payment but even that is sometime more if you are local moving or nearby. The payment should be only done during the time of the delivery and no fees should be paid upfront. If your mover is asking for it, then don’t hire.   Never Choose Unknown Company It is important that you pick a mover and Packer Company that has good customer reviews. You are hiring the movers and packers just because it is quoting you less, this is not the valid reason of not picking an A grade moving company. Never go for unknown company without checking the background and the reviews. Always choose professional movers...