The New Age As graduates enter the workforce they are greeted with many new scenarios, one being the experience of working with much older colleagues. Some may find the change difficult to navigate through while others may accept the challenge with ease. The...
Social media changes frequently, so businesses who market through social media have to change with it. Sometimes it’s difficult to keep up with the current trends, the latest rules or the local and state laws. This is why you should reevaluate your social media...
Most of us understand that hard skills are crucial for just about any job we do. Hard skills refer to job-specific knowledge and talents, such as knowing how to operate your company’s internal computer system or how to perform your duties in accordance with...
Being called for an interview can be such an exciting opportunity to land the job of your dreams. Before walking to the interview session, it is essential to take some time and prepare as much as possible by looking at a few questions that are commonly asked during...
If you sometimes feel confused about your career path, you aren’t alone; many people take years to find a career that is right for them, and many more have to try out a couple different fields before they find a perfect match. Here are just a few ways to make...
As an entrepreneur, you, most probably, are focused on making as much sales and profits as possible. If your business is well positioned in the market, then moving sales may not be that much of a problem. However, to be competitive enough and achieve market...
There are many differences between a process and a method when it comes to businesses and their specific needs. Understanding how both a sales method and a sales process can be beneficial to your entire selling cycle is one of the first major steps in becoming...
Success in business doesn’t just happen overnight. It takes time, dedication and hard work to make a name for yourself. When running a business, your company can only be as strong as the weakest link. The employees of your business should be working just as hard...
There is an art to selling products, and not everyone has the ability to take something and present it in a way that makes it appealing to others. Whether it is a home, a new car or even advertising space on the television, there is a process that must be followed in...
Sometimes, individuals need to employ changes designed to bring about personal improvements. From a professional perspective, this process is often referred to as rebranding. This short piece will highlight several ways in which people can rebrand themselves to...
There is no possible way to evaluate every team you manage with the same criteria, as the mark for success differs with regards to the type of work that is being completed. You can’t possibly evaluate a marketing team the same way you evaluate a software development...
As the leader of your company, you’re constantly being forced to make decisions about the life of the organization and the happiness of your team. One of the hardest things to gauge is whether you are asking too much of your staff or spending too much money on a...
A positive company culture proves integral in cultivating an effective and productive work environment. Conversely, a company culture that is negative or inconsistent can have consequences for business and impede workplace growth and efficiency. While culture...
Despite the amount of time spent at work, many overlook the ways in which workplaces contribute to emotional health and wellbeing. As relationships set the foundation for structure, those in leadership positions have the authority to set the tone for the workplace...
The sales department is arguably one of the most important divisions of any company. Sales employees are responsible for effectively communicating the value of a business product or service in a way that a targeted group of clientele will understand and embrace. Add...
In recent years, the prevalence of buzzwords used in the workplace seems to have increased. As a leader, it’s possible you have heard nondescriptive words and phrases like “think outside the box,” “synergy,” or “heavy lifting” around your office or coming from your...
Running a networking event doesn’t need to be difficult! With the following pointers, we think you’ll be on your way to a successful event that makes your world a little smaller by enlarging your network. Budget Planning Sticking to a budget is an important first step...
Being a leader is not for everyone, and this is especially true during a crisis. A good leader will rise to the occasion, lead with integrity, and make sure everyone involved is given the tools needed to get past any challenge. The stress of a crisis can make most...
An executive coach is a qualified professional who helps their clients gain self-awareness, clarify goals, achieve development objectives and ultimately unlock their potential. Worldwide, executive coaching is a $3 billion per year industry. The American Management...
Staying stagnant in your career and not being open to learning new skills is a great way to turn yourself down to opportunities that may arise in the future, regardless of whether you’re at entry, mid or senior level. For most people, education starts early in life...
