How to Get Ready for Generation Z
In a few years, a new generation, Gen Z, will take over the work force. Unlike any other generation, this generation was born with technology so they are true digital natives. They can do many things in seconds using their phones such as editing a document, buying a plane ticket, taking photos and videos and …
How to Make Friends at Work
I previously emphasized the importance of having friends at work in my blog post “Why You Need to Have Friends at Work”. However, for introverts or for people who are not sure how to befriend a coworker, below are some tips.
Be Positive: People like positive energy. Say “Hello” or “Good Morning” when you walk…
Speak Directly to Client Interests
The first loss of a sale or job interview is the one that hurts the most. It isn’t so much the lost time and money involved, but instead the realization there is so much to learn to succeed. Initially, one feels devastated, but when motivation to learn picks up so does the enthusiasm, and soon …
How to Resolve Problems
Long ago, it was advised to create a working document whenever a serious issue arises. This advice applies to career related or personal circumstance that is in need of resolution.
Review Past ActionThe best way to proceed is to look back and examine how you handled past poor experiences to recognize where improvement should …
Business Lessons Entrepreneurs can Learn from the Movie ‘Joy’
I was on a three-hour flight at the beginning of this week and I watched the movie ‘Joy’ during my flight. The movie turned out to be much better than I expected with full of life and business lessons. Therefore, as soon as I got back I wanted to share with you my findings from …
Things to Do When Your Job is at Risk
If you start to feel that your job is on the line, you should behave proactively and prepare in advance. Preparing can help you a lot for softening the process and let you plan how you are going to deal with this both emotionally and financially. Below you can find steps which will help you …
Why You Should Encourage Your Employees for Charity Work?
Corporate volunteer programs have a greater value in the long run and can bring many positive business returns. While these programs may only seem doing some work for a good cause, they are much more than that. They are also about employee engagement, company PR and business growth. Below you can read more and understand …
How to Work When You Don’t Feel Like It
Everybody has days when they don’t feel like working but still there are tasks that need to be completed and bosses expect the same productivity every day from their employees. Also, being productive and accomplishing things is very fulfilling and nobody wants to waste their time for nothing. Therefore, when you feel like you don’t …
Office Rules that Drive Employees Away
Every company has its own rules but unfortunately, some of them cross the line. Let’s look at some ridiculous company rules below which will make you appreciate your own employer.
Internet Restrictions: Companies do not want their employees to kill time on social media or on video sites. However, sometimes using social media or watching …
Office Gift-Giving Rules
Holidays are the greatest time of the year. However, it also stresses some of us due to the ritual of giving and receiving gifts. Many questions pop up in our heads. Should I give a gift to my boss or to all my coworkers? How can I keep it professional yet give something meaningful? Can …