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In the post “Your Power as a Leader” the author goes into detail about a boss like we’ve all had who does not acknowledge anything positive that you do, but always is quick to see every possible fault. It talks about how you can avoid this mistake, and use your power as a leader to […]

Meetings are more productive when a room is comfortable. Comfortable natural colors are best. A comfortable chair and a comfortable temperature make it easier to have a productive meeting. A rectangular table also is makes people more comfortable as well as a pleasant scent. Especially jasmine or a lemon smell. Who wants a stinky smell.

Most creative people encounter “blocks” every now and again, but nobody seems to know a surefire way to overcome them. But the next time you experience a creative block, science suggests that the best way to overcome it is simply to push through it. Instead of taking a break from creative ventures when new ideas

A preoccupation with making sure each task is done perfectly can stifle the creativity of an entrepreneur and prevent them from taking the risks that ultimately lead to success. Having a clear idea of the potential outcomes of a scenario, both positive and negative, can help demonstrate the breadth of possible paths that are open

Canvas and Cello are two important names that you need to do if you want to add more productivity to the day and really get things done. But, there’s four more great tools that are fun to use and make it easier to get more done in the day. These are tools that are inexpensive

There are 5 mistakes that are sabotaging your content marketing success. Content is truly everything. It is important to learn how to create and promote very solid messages. If you are running your business without the right content marketing strategy, it is doomed to fail. You can have the best products and the best people

How to become a great leader may be different from what you think. People who become great leaders are very good at relationships and interpersonal skills. Great leaders recognize the value in all of their employees, from the lowest skill set to the highest. they are all treated as integral parts with valuable contributions making

The feeling that you should be doing more can be good for your business, but it can leave you feeling unfulfilled. A lot of this stems from comparing yourself with others. If your mind is too cluttered with self doubt, you have less to give to your career and your relationships. So the goal is

Gale and Aarons’ new book, The Digital Helix, highlight the major drivers of digital opportunity that entrepreneurs and business executives should be aware of. The gap between customer demand and supply has almost disappeared, allowing customers to switch brands at will. Easy access to information means customer expectations are fluid and businesses compete on an

Some workers may notice that their boss is being a bully. But research has new insight that needs to be seen for those on the receiving end. That research attempts to explain why bosses may become bullies at work. Bully bosses may experience some short term benefits because of these actions. Increased mental energy is

Rates of employee engagement in the United States have dropped to startlingly low levels, according to a recent nationwide survey. Some experts believe that our culture’s tireless pursuit of the elusive work-life balance ideal might be to blame. Work-life balance has been a popular buzz term in the business world for years now, but in

Female CEOs are becoming the norm for many businesses in the world over. Follow a few simple leadership tips for first time female CEOs. That can ensure that their tenure is a successful one for everyone now involved. These leaders want their employees to collaborate on important projects moving forward. Try to network on projects

If you’re thinking about letting your employers work from home, you may want to see if it’s the right fit for your company. Working from home can be great for saving money, resources, or even gas for you and your employees. There are also a few cons. For instance, there may be too many distractions

If not done correctly and efficiently, marketing can lead to lost revenue and company time. Company strategist Eric Holtzclaw brings to attention that there are five common mistakes companies make when it comes to marketing. 1. Tactic and Strategy are different. A tactic is used to bring potential consumers in whereas a strategy is a

A deadly sin in the world of business is envy. It is hard enough in life, but it is impossible in business. If we look very hard, then we will always find someone that works a lot harder than us, or is better looking than us. We should not torture ourselves by looking for people

Life coach and business mentor Tony Robbins explains his take on running a successful business. While having the marketing skills to run a business is essential, he explains that this is only 20% of taking your business to the next level. It is the other 80%, the psychology that makes the difference in how far

One of the most difficult things in the entrepreneurial and business world today, is the idea of being able to close clients at a high rate. However, often times, the term closing can be mixed up with a specific sale, but does not always have to be. In doing so, closing in every and any

One of the most important aspects of running a successful and prosperous business is implementing a company culture that exudes unity, togetherness, helpfulness, and an atmosphere that encourages individuals to take charge. A culture of coaching, as has been recently uncovered by experts in the field, can be one of the most vital aspects for

Regardless of the specific business or industry that one may be involved with, one of the most challenging and trying parts of running a business or being an executive is that of being open to a changing environment. Positive and prosperous leaders in any company, especially those considered in the C-suite, must be able to

Communication is an important part of any business. Customers should be able to communicate directly with a business to express likes and dislikes to help the company. Businesses also use messaging to get out important information about the business to the customers. Bots are something that can help lower time it takes to help customers.

There are a few ways besides creativity that someone can be a successful leader. One of these ways is to know what type of leader they are. These types include the smart and creative artist, the competitive and dominant athlete, the understanding and caring sage, and the diligent engineer. Being aware of one’s own weaknesses

If you want to endure more productivity in your life, it is time that you do things that are going to get you ahead. All the smart business people are looking ahead in their life at all times and it is time that you got on the same path. In fact, it is also time

The feeling of being important is one of the most influential things in a person’s life. Fears and misgivings have been rooted into us from our parents starting at a very young age. People are emotional creatures and constantly craving acceptance and positivity. As we get older, learning how to make others feel important and

INC online website presents a new article referencing and discussing communication techniques for people trying to share ideas at work. It aims to explain how to boost communication between employees to facilitate a successful work atmosphere with increased productivity. Alison Davis is the author. It is broken down into five main ideas. Each idea highlights

The Entrepreneur online website presents a new article that references and discusses the importance of trade shows. The author of the article is John Pilmer. He goes into six main things that people tend to do as a mistake when going to a trade show. These include: a peek at the competition, press coverage, potential

Meetings can take a person away from many important tasks during the day. Most seem pointless and littered with side conversations and lack of preparation. Ineffective meetings can waste an important resource-time. Four elements can help you not allow this outcome for your meetings. First, have an objective. This will focus the conversation on the

When it comes to being successful in any given business or company, it is crucial for a certain mindset to take place in order for the individual to become prosperous in their goals. Training for a marathon, something that requires long-term endurance and stamina is similar in many ways to being successful in the workplace.

In recent years, there has been an increasing trend against the traditional workplace culture and lifestyle, and one that is more employee oriented and focused on providing value to the employees. In doing so, the end of the traditional 9 to 5 workplace lifestyle is starting to change, and being replaced in a lifestyle manner

There is a very simple way to help you keep in touch with your contacts. Every day spend just a few minutes sending one or more people a quick text. They might not expect it, but this quick text will remind them of you. Make it clear that you do not want anything in return

Employees are an extremely valuable resource, but it can be difficult to keep them working productively. One way is to keep them engaged. One study said only 32% of workers are engaged, even though it is important for them to work to their potential. A great way to accomplish this is to link your team

Prioritizing what is important to yourself is the key to success. Focusing on the big problems allows you to overcome them easily as opposed to spreading your focus thin and becoming unfocused and ineffective. Any focus or energy wasted on less important priorities is a waste because they draw resources that would be better used

If you want to be successful in business, you need to know how to change peoples minds to agree with your thoughts and ideas. Surprisingly, a lot of people think the way of doing this is bullying people into agreeing with them. This article will help you assess the amount of work you will need

Fear can be a powerful motivator, but it can also be a debilitating handicap. The implications of fear seep beyond our personal lives and into our professional lives as well. Entrepreneurs should be aware not only of the benefits of fear, but also of the drawbacks. Before you know it, fear can come to control

Less traditional working standards extends to where people work, and it is more common for people to find a place that isn’t their house, but also isn’t their workplace. This often means the place they get their coffee, but if working conditions aren’t ideal, due to lack of space to work in or inordinate noise,employers