Derek Oxley
A dynamic individual with an impressive array of skills and experiences attained over a 12 year period in multi/single unit settings. Highly energetic competitive results oriented and customer focused along with being internally motivated. I thrive on challenges analyze problems create and execute plans. During my career I have developed leaders for my previous employers through intensive training coaching and mentoring. Led diverse teams to achieve bottom line results.
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NYC Native Turns No's into Ladder Rungs and Climbs to SuccessMaking the trek along your career path you may become discouraged, there're several ways to avoid being stagnant in your career, if you're interested in becoming career queen or king of the hill forward movement is essential. -
You're Nobody Til Somebody Kills YouMichael A. Pinckney aka "Boogie" is a New York-based writer and director with a trailer load of experience that extends over ten years in the film production industry. Pickney cut his teeth in the industry working along side Spike Lee. -
Garnett Taunts Lakers with Custom KicksKevin Garnett will be rocking a new pair of kicks during the Celtics match up with the Lakers on Suday. The customized shoe displays the Celtics all-time record (152-120 emboridered on the tounge) against the Lakers. -
The Secrets to Becoming a Successful ManagerBeing an extraordinary communicator and follower who possess the ability to play well with other in the sand box along with consistently executing ahead of schedule will grant you access to the world of management. -
Self Motivation and the WorkplaceThe ability to get your own engines in gear in business is critical for forward movement. Possessing the internal fortitude to thrive in the face of uncertainty will place your career on a new trajectory. -
Great Customer ServiceGreat customer service extends light years beyond a smile, catchy slogan, a call center or focus group. Great customer service leaves you mesmerized causing you to do a double take when you experience it. -
Texting Can Be Distracting but FunnyCathy Cruz Marrero became an over night sensation. But probably not what she had in mind.
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MTV Skins is Forced to Stay DressedMTV executives have a new hit drama on their hands fueled with the usually suspects that make a volatile show-drugs alcohol and sexual exploits of misfit teens. Odd but true. -
How to Decode Body LanguageEvery body speaks louder than words and it takes your eyes to decode the body language, using your ears alone will leave you in the dark. So what is your body telling others and what secrets are bodies around you unknowingly revealing? -
President Obama Calls Americans to a New Era of CivilityObama calls Americans to a new era of civility during his address in Tuscan. The President and First Lady, Michelle Obama, invited a bipartisan delegation and members of the cabinet to travel with them aboard Air Force One. -
Goldman Sachs and Facebook FiascoA little more than a week after Goldman Sachs friending Facebook in public and offered it's premium clients a private opportunity to invest a minimum of $2 million into Facebook. -
New 32oz "Trenta" Coming Soon to StarbucksComing soon to a Starbucks near you "Trenta", the new 31-ounce is scheduled to hit all U.S. coffee shops by May 3 the company said on Sunday. -
Steve Jobs Take a Medical Leave from AppleWhen news broke that Steve Jobs the coolest CEO on the planet was taking a medical leave of absence it caused Apple stock to drop 4%. -
How Will The New York Four Affect the Economy?A substantial portion of all stock market transactions in the United States are process in this warehouse, some wonder if this such a good idea. Given the recent "Flash Crashes" -
Factors that Promote Effective TeamworkKobe Bryant is on track to becoming one of the greatest basket ball players of all time, with five NBA championship rings to his credit there is no doubt that he will solidify his place in history. -
Feedback Back is an OpportunityThe word negative is pregnant with a host of ill feelings that can give birth to bitterness in the workplace or home. Providing negative feedback It is an opportunity for the sender and recipient to learn valuable lessons in communication.
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Giving Orders or Providing Direction?The terms orders and subordinates conjures images of dusty fatigues boots and full fledge military gear. There is know doubt that we are battling tuff economic times and it may feel that we are at war with the competition along with staving off a mutiny
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Motivation and Modern Day ManagerUnderstanding the key elements of motivation and the modern manager undergirds the structure of your organization enabling you to attract and retain talented players.
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Importance of Integrity in LeadershipIntegrity undergirds a leaders character enabling them to withstand the storms of life. As a society we seem to be fascinated with image and place integrity on the back burner until the news story breaks.
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Leaders Tips for MotivationThere are several TIPS-(Techniques for Improving Profitability and Service) which leaders can employ to motivate their troops. Because at the end of the day it's about results.
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Duane Reade Serve Up Brew to Williamsburg NeighborhoodDuane Reade faced stiff opposition a few months ago from bloggers and loyal customer of a local Brooklyn pharmacy. To quiet the raucous the move created
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How 50 Cent Used Twitter to Make $8.7 MillionCurtis Jackson whom many refer to as 50 Cent arrived on the rap scene with his debut album "Get Rich or Die Trying" his new album may be entitled "Get Rich or Get Fined by SEC."
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Mourning Service or Morning Show?It's 'mourning' with a 'u'! You're confusing a morning show, which you are on, with a show of mourning which this is.
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Elevator Pitches People Can't ResistRegardless of your profession, your job is to tap your mine of resources for golden nuggets that grab and hold your listeners attention. These commercial size messages prepared in advance and range from 30 sec to 5 minutes; so practice is essential
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How to Inspire Your Team to Improve and Continue to GrowContinued growth is essential for any organization church business or team, occasional you may run out of steam as the leader; at those moments you need to recharge your batteries.
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Storytelling as a Leadership ToolGreat leaders throughout history have used stories to convey their message. People are less impressed with our Power Point Presentations with all the bells and whistles-after the meeting is over those dull pages disappear.
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Surviving a LayoffSurviving a layoff in this current job market can lead to other misfortunes. Keeping your wits about you will be critical for getting through this temporary situation.
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How to Avoid Anger at WorkBroken promises, violated expectations, miscommunication, bad behavior or any number things can trigger an altercation that stirs anger within you; the key is to keep the lid from boiling over. Nothing meaningful comes out of anger
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New Verizon IPhone Rings Freedom for AT&T CustomersFor years AT&T reaped the benefits of having an exclusive relationship with the IPhone. After scooping up all of Cingulars customers AT&T dominated the market. But their reign on the top is about to end.
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Homeless Resources for Winter StormsWinter storm watches send people into a frenzy, many hit up the supermarkets as if they are planning to hibernate for the winter. Kids and parents wait for the school closures or delays to plan out their day accordingly.
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What New Managers Should Do After Being PromotedYou've been promoted, you received your bump in pay, hand shake and a slap on the back. There will be inauguration speech or celebratory dinner. The countdown has started and every day counts. It is time to get to work.
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Does He Lust Me or Love? Only Her Hair Dresser Know for SureWas it love at first sight? Do you to spend hours talking on the phone or in person with a free flow conversation? If you've have answered yes to both questions it's probably safe to say you're on your way to a loving relationship.
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Negative Traits to Avoid During a Sales CallSuccess in sales depends on many factors, some of which are within our control others are beyond our circle of influence. As a sales professional you need to look out for self sabotaging behaviors that have evolved into negative traits over the years.
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Negative Effects of Poor ManagementPeople are the distinguishing factor in any organization and a good leader manages by wandering around. A poor manager is off counting widgets in the office and not observing his tribes performance on a regular basis.
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5 Steps to Gaining Respect in the Workplace5 Steps to gaining respect in the workplace starts with learning the principles, leading yourself exceptionally well and then sharing them with others.
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Why Are Goldman Sachs and Facebook BFF'sFacebook put out flames of a hoax last week, but did not mention their not so public offering to the public. In a private deal with Goldman Sachs America's wealthiest can invest, after Goldman found a loophole in S.E.C. regulations
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Facebook Hoax Debunked: "We Aren't Going Anywhere; We're Just Getting Started"Facebook offically denied the shut down hoax reported by Weekly World News.
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Are Negative Emotions Putting Your Career on HoldHolding a grudge is allowing someone to live rent free in your mind; its either time they pay rent or kick them to the curb and since there is no benefit of holding on to unforgiveness lead them to the door.
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Your Professional ImageWhat are your clothes communicating to others? It may be time to take a close look at your professional image
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Ted Williams First Kraft CommercialGolden Pipes lands Ted Williams a voice over position with Kraft and a reunion with his mother after 20 years.
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New Starbucks Logo is Brewing Up ControversyStarbucks coffee in a bold move served up a new blended logo and they are quickly receiving mixed reviews.
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Time Management TipsTime management fuel to increase your efficiency in this fast pace economy. Now is the opportune time to make a career pit stop. Add octane boosting productivity tools to your fuel tank and turbocharge your career for 2011.
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Double Team Your Change EffortsTake a fresh look at an old challenge, utilize these new insights to battle your familiar challenges and give your change efforts a real chance to succeed.
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Career ResolutionCareer planning suggestion for the new year.