We all lead incredibly busy lives these days. Being super-connected all the time has led to incredible pressure to do more, be more – and be seen having fun while doing it. And when you throw in running your own business into the mix, it’s extremely easy for the stress to mount up.
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Conflict in the Workplace Is Unavoidable, but Not Undefeatable
Conflict is an unavoidable part of human interactions, scientists proved this. So, if you work with people, you need to prepare for it. Conflict resolution within a team requires finesse because you need to not only solve the problem but also ensure that everyone involved is able to work together in the future.
Top Tips for Your It Start-Up: Outsourcing Options
Launching a start-up is a thrilling, empowering ride to job satisfaction and career autonomy. But it’s also a lot of work. And as your business expands, the size and number of tasks you and your team are required to confront only grows and becomes more complex.
Big-Money Mistakes Most Small Business Owners Make
Entrepreneurs tend to take advantage of any opportunity they can. They are also striving to achieve new things while also being passionate about the things they care about. By doing this however, you will open your business to some degree of risk, and it’s important that you don’t expose your business too much.
What Should You Do If Your Business Gets Sued?
It’s easier than ever for people to take legal action against a business, and consumers are more likely to sue a business if they feel that they have been wronged in some way. A lot of new business owners don’t think that this will be a problem for them because they assume that it is […]
Mistakes That Will Ruin a Business Website
Every business, whatever the shape and size, must have a website to match. A web presence is always important, as it allows for better communication, greater opportunity for sale, and insight into customer buying preferences and habits. Unfortunately, starting a website isn’t nearly as easy as it sounds.
Own Your Business with Business Management Skills
Being a woman in business isn’t like it used to be in the “Mad Men” days but it isn’t a walk in the park, either. That is why implementing a few strategies can go a long way towards making it in what is still something of a man’s world.
Looking Beyond the Resume: Hiring the Right Person
Bringing in the right people to your team is always important, but can be a bit of a challenge. Sifting through piles of resumes and spending time in interviews can help you to find someone with the skills and personality to fit into your team, but it can be difficult to know what to look […]
Five Ways to Improve Staff Productivity
Being productive all the time is impossible, after all we’re only human. We can’t always be at 100% all the time, but when you’re running a business, you do want your staff to be as productive as possible. So here are five ways to improve staff productivity.
Hiring Tips for a Winning Team
When running a small business, hiring the right people for your team is an essential thing to do. Business is a difficult thing to maintain and grow, and as a business owner, you should take the time and make the effort to choose the best possible employees for your team. The right employee will be […]