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  • My very first strategy: an introduction for primary school students and career middle managers 

    My very first strategy: an introduction for primary school students and career middle managers 

    “Strategies exist only to hold down a desk.” Career Manager proverb.

    Publishing house My Very First Manifesto is proud to announce the release of ‘My Very First Strategy’. This 20-page booklet, written in simple English and 14-point font, is essential for primary students developing their critical thinking and planning skills. In its second edition, the book was a hit with career middle managers who enjoyed other titles, ‘Self Awareness – More Than A Feeling’ and ‘Empathy – A Definition And Where To Find It’.

    For managers, don’t let your attempt at a strategy wind up in a bin or third drawer. Be prepared next time a subordinate asks, ‘why are you doing this?’, you’ll be able to answer with confidence and pride, ‘No, it’s not a waste of paper and toner!’

    ‘My Very First Strategy’ is out now and available on intranets everywhere!

  • Award winning team’s stationery cupboard is a disgrace

    Award winning team’s stationery cupboard is a disgrace

    Despite three likes on their intranet award story, the winning team from community development couldn’t find a working pen or postit note in their stationery cupboard if they tried. 

    Team member Marcus Semkus said the adulation improved team morale, but since his induction and three weeks into a secondment, he was still working without a functioning pen. 

    “We pumped up our numbers (for that award) but let’s face it – no one follows up this stuff. Hey – do you know anyone who can adjust these side by side monitors?”

    Part time administration assistant and Phd graduate, Casee (pronounced Casey) said while the award was great, the team culture, less so. “Quick wins and shit.” Casey said, inserting a toner cartridge into the printer, “…but can we manage a project from end to end? Probably not.”

  • Do you have any questions for us?

    Do you have any questions for us?

    You’re at the end of your job interview.
    Now it’s your turn to ask some questions.

    Try these!

    1. What score did this department get in your last employee survey?

      2. How many bullying complaints have been lodged against you, and what were the findings?
    2. How many staff are on performance review for daring to question your lack of strategy?

      **To really turn it on, politely ask the panel to answer your questions using the STAR method.