Many organisations reward their employees annually with a bonus in addition to their regular salary. When questioned, most bosses reply that they give out bonuses to thank their staff for their hard work, and improve employee retention. (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 are an executive who works long and hard hours, you likely tell yourself that that is just the price of success. In the modern world, most executives believe that all others in their similar positions work tirelessly and have no life. (more…)
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Growing a startup is similar to gardening; it’s not enough to purchase and plant a seedling, you have to constantly feed it, trim it and make sure it is thriving. (more…)
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More often than not, connections play a big role in the professional world. Whether a mate from university helped you find your first job, or a former colleague connected you with a valuable client, the right relationships can make or break a career. (more…)
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It is important to always strive to better oneself both personally and professionally. Leaders should constantly be on the lookout for ways to better their approach to their staff, the more apt the boss is, the more productive workflow will be and the happier employees…
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There can be many reasons why you need to let an employee go; they may not be performing up to your standards, they may be rude or disrespectful, or you may simply eliminate the position. (more…)
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Trust is imperative in any type of functional relationship, whether it be personal, romantic, or professional. When there is trust amongst colleagues, workflow is smoother and employees are happier. (more…)
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A typical work meeting usually requires the leader to do most of the work. This person would start off the meeting, announcing the topics to be discussed, and then proceed to discuss various points. (more…)
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When conjuring up an image of a traditional manager, most people would probably imagine someone who is middle aged. In fact, many bosses purposely abstain from hiring anyone younger because they can’t imagine these individuals leading staff that would be older than them. (more…)
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Employee recruitment is a skill that is crucial to the success of your firm. The way you are able to attract and hire the right candidates determines how skilled and dedicated your employee pool will be. (more…)
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A professional relationship between a leader and employees is akin to all other relationships; as such, communication is essential to their success. There are various components to this, such as minding nonverbal communication, cultural differences, listening, etc. (more…)
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