Is your glass half full or half empty
The reason most of us see the glass as half full along with the benefits and dangers for those managing a business, project or team.
Read moreSuppose Today Was Your First Month As a Manager
One thing we’ve all learned in the past year is how fast life can change. Which means managing in the moment, not just for the future. But what if this was your first month in management? How quickly can you adapt and build relationships? And what if you are a well-seasoned manager? Simply put, the same principles and advice apply - because foreseeing when the next big change will happen is an impossible task.
Read moreThe Art of Sales Suicide
You have just arrived at an event hosted by your local Chamber of Commerce. Everyone knows that networking will take place however, why do so many people use that famous ice breaker: “What do you do?”
Read moreValue for Money
Sales commissions link income with effort. The more you sell, the more money you make. It seems a fair approach, and is rarely questioned. If you remove commission incentives for sales people, would sales go up or not?
Read moreHow Do I Gain Confidence for Punching above My Weight?
If you want to punch above your weight, then you need to know what that means; and it will mean something different for everyone. You won’t find a cookie-cutter definition.
Read moreHow to avoid Digital Overload in an iEverything World
The digital age is a real double edge sword; while these tools can be wonderful servants they can be terrible masters. An avalanche of email’s, texts, and social-media alerts that seriously threaten productivity as nev
Read moreHow To Innovate As A Team
Innovation has become a crucial part of the workplace. Although it's commonly associated with technologists and those working in the science field, innovating as a team is crucial to any successful workplace. According to Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, Microsoft registered over 200 million participants in virtual meetings through Microsoft Teams in just 24 hours. A sign of how fast innovation is influencing how we collaborate and interact.
Read moreMaking Your Marketing More Effective
While global corporations have the marketing budget to test different campaigns, ad styles and take risks, smaller businesses rarely have such a luxury. With limited resources, smaller businesses must make their marketing more effective to generate profitable results. As a result, it’s crucial that managers understand the steps they need to take to generate an effective marketing campaign. With this in mind, here’s how you can make your marketing more effective.
Read moreWhich Work Model is Best for Your Organization In 2024?
The modern workplace is changing faster than ever. In the last three years, most organizations have completely changed their work models, moving from office based work to remote opportunities. Each of which has several benefits and drawbacks. With the workplace no longer being disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, employers worldwide are debating which model is best for their business. This article draws key ideas from the 2022 Birkman Report, outlining the advantages and disadvantages of each...
Read moreThree Ways Leaders Can Keep Their Workforce Engaged
Keeping the workforce engaged is a growing problem for businesses. Employee satisfaction is at an all-time low, employees are resigning at record rates, and technology is creating skill gaps throughout the workplace. While such issues are impacted by a range of factors, one that can help mitigate them is a strong leader. A strong leader can improve employee satisfaction, reduce burnout and increase workplace productivity by creating a healthy workplace environment.
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