Seven easy steps to overcoming PC phobia

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Motivating employees to use PCs can lead to productivity improvements and allow a firm to compete effectively in a business environment increasingly dominated by computer use. Introducing PCs to an office environment confronts a human tendency to resist change, and employees' may fear that their competency and influence are somehow threatened. Seven steps for motivating employees to use PCs include: (1) top management support, (2) communication about PC capabilities and benefits, (3) selection of appropriate equipment, (4) provision of a healthy environment, (5) training, (6) establishment of communication channels, and (7) controls. Three types of effective employee computer training are: (1) class room instruction, (2) computer-generated tutorials, and (3) user manuals.

Microcomputers, Training, Employee motivation, Employee training

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Managing engineers effectively

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It takes a combination of engineering expertise and management finesse to be an engineering manager. Engineering managers need to understand their working environment thoroughly. They must try to mesh organizational needs with the personal needs of staff. They must be simultaneously flexible and firm. They must address their staff's professional interests and their own managerial goals. They must be leaders; intuitive and innovative. They must maintain technical expertise in their fields to maintain credibility. They must know how to work in a team of essentially nonteam players.

Psychological aspects, Human resource management, Engineering, Engineers

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Balancing stress with a balanced diet

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Business people can reduce the effects of stress by eating a balanced diet. People under stress require an increased amount of certain vitamins and minerals, including calcium, vitamin C, and the B-complex vitamins. Dairy products are good sources of calcium, and citrus fruits are good sources of vitamin C. B-complex vitamins have a beneficial effect on mental attitude, as well as the nervous system. Business people should avoid sugary snacks and caffeine, which contribute to stress.

Analysis, Stress management, Diet, Vitamins in human nutrition, Human nutrition, Vitamins

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