Hiring staff is a bit of a minefield. You may not know whether your skills shortage is temporary or long-term, but if you make the wrong decision, it could cost you money you can’t afford to lose. Here is a quick guide to the three main types of staff: freelancers, contractors, and employees. Read on […]
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There is a link between a good performance appraisal and the overall improvement in the fortunes of a company
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There can be occasions when you will need some time off at work, even if your workplace has flexible timings. This emergency can be just a few hours, or much longer. By law in most countries, you are allowed reasonable emergency time off to take care of your dependents. Your employer might or might not
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CEO’s are always under pressure to grow their company’s revenues. That’s why the average CEO is constantly on the lookout for emerging opportunities, as well as ways to improve on internal efficiency. All this requires resource commitment, resources that must be well invested for the best possible returns. If you are a CEO and are
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Today’s leaders are often faced with deep consequences and higher levels of accountability for their decisions and actions
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Effective ways to deal with an intelligent but closed-minded co-worker in an effective way
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Have you ever found yourself in a position where a quick decision taken by you ended up in only you regretting it later?
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By now, most corporates have understood the value team building events and exercises bring to their organisations. While most corporates are now investing in such initiatives, there’s a new trend on the rise- virtual teams. While the ‘work from anywhere’ culture is great for productivity, it presents a fresh challenge for those looking to build
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Encouragement is bigger than motivation because you motivate those who are already inclined to succeed, but you encourage those who have lost hope
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Networking might not be your thing, but you certainly can progress and get better at it if you’re willing to put in the work and go the extra mile. Even if your past networking efforts have been unsuccessful, that doesn’t mean your future efforts have to be too. It’s so easy to get this right
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Leaders from all walks of life understand that big and durable coalitions are necessary to get things done. Whether it be in the workplace or at the national level, progress and productivity both require the assistance and contributions of many. While some projects can seem herculean to an individual, they can be relatively simple to
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As a boss, it’s important to know how to get the best out of your employees. This is an art and not a science, as people often have very different drives and interests. However, one of the best things you can do for an employee is to facilitate their best self being expressed without
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Short replies, heavy sights and crossed arms – you know exactly when your client is angry and frustrated
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We all have been there – the moment when during the job interview the hiring manager asked, “Why did you leave your last job?”
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You could say a difference in nature or nurture, but I have seen differences between the genders
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How do you make sure the boring, tough tasks are completed in time? Believe me, I know how tough it is. Here’s how I solve this problem
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Technology is still behind our expectations – conference calls rarely work like a dream. Here are some vital clues on how to improve them
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It shouldn’t be all Work, Work, Work! Great managers know when to give their team a well-deserved break
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Authenticity in marketing is a huge buzzword these days. Customers want to connect with a company and form genuine interactions. It’s why you see people go to the same hairstylist, request a specific waiter, or post a good review when a salesperson goes above and beyond. We’re all just human after all, and coming across
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Have a load of stuff to do but you’re struggling to prioritize it? Too many ideas or initiatives? Join the club. But here’s a method to solve your problem
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