Technology has been so integrated into our daily lives that we use apps on our phones or tablets to find local restaurants, communicate with others, watch videos and even shop. The problem is that the access to a wealth of apps uses up our valuable…
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A business card is just a small piece of paper, but it can mean the difference between landing an important client or making a vital connection or not. Although the wording and the layout of these documents are typically pretty standard, read this article to…
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An email signature is an often overlooked area where professionals can let other people learn more about themselves, their business and their contact information. Some of us simply sign our name at the bottom of emails we send out, while others only include a phone…
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Automation can provide great benefits in the fields of customer service, marketing, manufacturing, accounting and sales. (more…)
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We have all heard the warnings from environmentalists who say that our planet is facing dire circumstances. However, aside from recycling at home, what have you really done to better our environment? (more…)
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If you are like most managers, you likely sit down at your desk at 8am, not looking up from documents and emails until lunchtime. However, new research from the Draugiem Group, a social networking firm, as reported by Chartered Management Institute, found that working for…
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If you need to come up with a creative new idea, or figure out a plan for a future campaign, a productive brainstorming meeting is the way to go. (more…)
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If you work in an industry that requires your employees to be creative, such as advertising, writing, marketing or such, there are ways you can boost their imagination. While many individuals do find inspiration within themselves to get the job done, there are several ways…
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It’s the decisive penalty kick of the World Cup finals. There’s pin-drop silence in the stadium as the fortunes of a football crazy country rest on the shoulders of this one player. The player taking the penalty kick is not a novice. He’s often succeeded…
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No matter how well you perform and the results you achieve, there will always be challenges and obstacles that will cause you to wonder if you are going in the right direction as a manager. Those challenges will make you question the validity of your…
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I watched the London Marathon with great interest this weekend; I was exhausted just watching these runners from the comfort of my own sofa! It had me thinking about the motivations for running a marathon and the mentalities of winning. (more…)
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Keeping your CV up to date does not mean you are looking for another job. I am often asked for my CV to form part of a proposal for training or consultancy work. Updating your CV regularly also reminds you how much or how little…
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