According to a recent study, approximately 40% of employees experience persistent stress or excessive anxiety on a daily basis in the workplace. It’s a costly epidemic. Karen Higginbottom over at Forbes writes, “Employees suffering from high stress levels have lower engagement, are less productive and have higher absenteeism levels than those not working under excessive pressure…” “The […]
Within the work place, training can often be something that’s only experienced by new employees. Many businesses see it solely as a necessity for helping the individual start in their new role; however, to do so would be a mistake. Effective and ongoing employee training can be greatly beneficial to your business. While the investment […]
As we come to the end of another year, many of us will look back on the twelve months behind us to assess our strengths, better understand our areas of improvement, and determine what our goals will be in the New Year. It’s an exciting time for most people. January brings with it the feeling […]
With a New Year just around the corner, you’ve no doubt started giving thought to your goals for 2018. As a leader, chances are you’ll meet with your team for annual planning to chart the course of your company’s growth for the next year, to prepare for new growth, and to plan for any challenges […]
I remember my first day as a manager. I knew all the things I needed to do to be a good and effective first-time manager, but when it came to actually doing them, that’s when I realized that there is a big difference between knowing how to do something in theory…and actually doing it […]
The most successful leaders know that you never stop learning. They’re continuously building upon their skills and they’re regularly expanding their knowledge base. If you’re an avid reader who enjoys adding to your toolbox, here’s a list of 7 incredible books that will help you become a better leader. You can click the cover image […]
Everything that happens in business revolves around written communication, whether it’s an email, a report, or anything you can find on your desk. Mastering the art of business writing can even help you become a better leader. Here are other reasons improving your business writing can help you. You Can Inspire Your Team By […]
You might be overwhelmingly excited to sell your business. You might have imagined since the inception of your business that you would be able to accept a great offer and move on to pursue even bigger and better things. Morever, you should try to search for tips on how to sell your business for maximum […]
In the present age, the workplace culture is fast changing as more and more millennials are becoming a part of it. It is expected that within the next five years, half of the employee population will comprise of millennials. It is important to know that they are culturally as well as educationally different than the […]
Last week on the blog, we shared 6 of the best podcasts for leadership training. Podcasts have quickly become one of the most popular forms of training on the internet today, and there are countless podcasts available right now when it comes to leadership and personal development. Perhaps the best part about podcasts is that […]