Want To Be A Better Business Person? Try Exercising.
0There are many ways to improve your business abilities, from reading up on business-related topics from industry experts, to working with a business coach, to going to industry conferences. But one method many overlook is simply getting out and exercising. Research is increasingly pointing to consistent, sustained exercise as a driver for higher achievement. Exercise […]
Business Leadership Means Giving to Your Community
0Successful leaders recognize that they’re an important part of the greater community. And when leaders demonstrate their passion and show what they care about, prospects, clients, and team members can more easily relate to them. There are many ways that business owners can show that they’re committed to making where they live a better place […]
How to Keep Conflict From Erupting at Work
0Conflict at work is something that will happen as long as human beings are involved. But conflict can be managed and dealt with so that it has a positive outcome — you just need to be prepared when it occurs. Managing conflict effectively can result in better leadership and a stronger team. Your people will […]
Get Your Team Members Engaged With These 4 Behaviors
0Smart leaders know that engaged employees are productive employees. In order to get the most from your team, you need to be able to keep them feeling connected with your business. And that won’t happen if you’re simply relying on a few perks like free gym memberships. Engagement comes from true leadership. Here are 4 […]
How to Stay Focused While Working Online
0We can silence our cell phones, hang a “do not disturb” sign on our doors, and tell those around us we need some concentration time, but what happens when the most distraction comes from our computers? When we need to work online, time bandits are particularly troublesome. Email, Facebook, LinkedIn, funny videos, interesting articles that […]
6 Ways to Get the Most from Conferences
0Industry conferences are a great place to learn new things and stay on top of your game. They help you get out of the day-to-day grind and expand your viewpoint. Attending a conference isn’t cheap, so you want to make sure your getting the biggest bang for your buck. And there’s lots more than workshop […]
7 Strategies to Manage an Unruly Email Inbox
0Managing email is one of the biggest time bandits that people today deal with. There’s a never-ending supply of new email, and it’s easy to spend an hour or two each day just responding to emails. If you’re looking to manage your unruly inbox more efficiently, here are a few ideas that I’ve found helpful. […]
How to Make Your Networking More Productive
0Networking is an essential part of being successful, no matter what business you’re in. Whether you’re looking for new clients, referral partners, a mentor, or advice from seasoned professionals, networking is one of the best ways to get connected. But what if you aren’t a natural networker? Here are 5 ways to make your networking […]
How You Make Decisions Can Affect Your Leadership Success
0How you make decisions could affect your success as a leader. New research by Julia Tang Peters, for her book Pivot Points, shows that one “key differentiator between the career arc of someone who becomes a successful business leader and the average person is consistency in how the person makes major decisions.” Harvard Business Review […]
The Average Worker Gets Interrupted Every 11 Minutes and Takes 23 Minutes to Return to Flow: Here’s What to Do About It
0Interruptions are wolves in sheep’s clothing. They appear innocent, but they’re deadly to productivity. A study by Steelcase, an innovative office furniture company, shows that the average office worker is interrupted every 11 minutes. If that weren’t bad enough, the study also shows that it takes an average of 23 minutes for a worker to get […]
