Professional relationships are similar to all other types of relationships- without communication, it does not work. Proper communication is essential to a company’s success, as employees are more likely to disengage when they feel as though they are out of… Read More
Every employee wants recognition once in a while for doing a great job, and receiving praise can actually make a considerable change in productivity and morale in the office. A study found that when groups were given recognition– such as… Read More
Family businesses can lead to great success, but they also come with their own set of unique challenges. Working so closely with family members often results in stressful situations and fights, but there are ways to run a business successfully… Read More
If you want to see how management continues to change, take a look at the high-tech offices. Previously, corporate management sat behind closed doors. These days, upper management sit right beside other employees. In the past, workers had to sit… Read More
Every business should have a corporate mission statement. This statement should not merely be a slap of words put together in a sentence. A strong mission statement needs to guide the decision-making on every level in your business. In fact,… Read More
A facilitator can make or break a meeting. In fact, by using an experienced facilitator you accomplish a lot more in your meetings than without one. A facilitator brings independence without any preconceived ideas on what is going to be… Read More
These days, the status quo is no longer a viable option if you want to have a successful business. A company that stays with the status Quo actually goes backwards as all of your competition and the marketplace changes. Businesses go… Read More
Organizational change is risky and incredibly earth-shattering for a company to endure. However, when done right, a company can indeed prosper and reap incredible rewards by undergoing a reorganization. While change is always scary and radical, it sometimes may be… Read More
No grand strategy came without careful thought. In fact, a carefully designed strategic plan is necessary for any business looking to grow. Being able to set priorities, make smart investment decisions, and lay out various growth plans is critical for… Read More
If you are in a leadership or management role, do you allow your employees to take on more responsibilities as their abilities improve? How do you measure when that is? If you’re like many managers, you make the mistake of… Read More