Every business wants to get the most productivity with the least amount of time and cost. The more steps there are in a process, the more chances that there are built-in inefficiencies. These can be physical issues. For example, a product might have to make several trips across a factory floor before it is completed.…
I often hear people talk about being part of a “team.” I usually hear mantras related to team development when someone is making a business case to get one of their proposals approved or when insisting that teamwork is the only real way to get anything meaningful and difficult done. The more I think about…
According to Kellogg School of Management, “Proctor & Gamble executives estimate as many as 80 percent of new offerings don’t perform as well as expected.” This statistic proves that branding is not easy. However, it can help attract job applicants. What is Brand Management? Investopedia said,”Brand management is a function of marketing that use technology…
Many people aren’t aware of how many different types of harassment occur in the workplace. What may seem innocent or harmless can actually be, or have the potential to be, harmful to both the mental well-being of workers as well as their work productivity. The Equal Opportunity Employment Commision (EEOC) released detailed research which reveals…
So many business leaders are finding it difficult to get good employees to stick around for the long term. In fact, according to a recent article in Forbes, Employee turnover is the highest it’s been since the financial crash. It can be disturbing to watch good talent walk out the door and never return. This…
Knowledge, skill, and ability are always helpful for building things like a career. Though successful people are capable, they never fail to use tools that boost their influence and confidence. Consider the following items for aiding your own path toward success. 1. A Reliable Alarm Clock Being successful is hard work. Though physical fatigue happens,…
We live in the best time in human history for entrepreneurs. Starting a business is less of a challenge than it was decades ago. On the other hand, the enormous number of choices, from buying software to hiring marketers, makes it hard for professionals to know where to start. Here are a few considerations to include…
While of course, we would all like plenty of time to prepare before making any sort of presentation, the fact is sometimes life happens, and we suddenly find ourselves scrambling to put together a last-minute presentation. Of course, no one can blame you if your presentation isn’t exactly polished to the hilt, but you…
Human resources form an integral part of any company. Businesses comprise people, and it takes work to manage the many diverse perspectives and personalities found in today’s workforce. However, many small businesses may not have a dedicated human resources department. The following guide provides simple tips and tricks on how to improve human resources as…