In addition to using online calendars with your team, you’ll likely have to use some sort of project management system to communicate and assign tasks. This allows you to stop cluttering each other’s inboxes, get organized and get work done. The good news is you can use online calendars to plan ahead, set deadlines and […]
As a business leader, you already have a full-plate. It’s your responsibility to overcome challenges ranging from changing consumer tastes to remaining compliant. You also need to keep your talented team motivated on a daily basis. While there numerous ways for you to motivate your employees, nothing beats encouraging ownership. In fact, studies have found […]
One of the questions making it’s way into my inbox is about education. More specifically, people want to know how, as a business owner, you can find the time to improve your skillset. After all, nothing stays constant and you need to stay on top of your game. The Importance of Improving Your Skillset As […]
Being your own boss has its many perks, but one of the noticeable downsides is having to work tons of hours. There’s always something to do along with the temptation of taking on more work which makes it difficult to feel comfortably take time off. It’s no secret that the average business owners work more […]
An issue that keeps coming up for several of my students lately is having better communication with clients. The fact of the matter is that in business you need to learn how to communicate effectively. Otherwise, things can get messy. I personally think there’s an advantage to business communication. In our culture, it’s generally understood […]
Everyone has off days now and then when they are working. Some days you end the day feeling like a superhero because of all that you accomplished. Other days you may feel like you are overwhelmed and failing miserably. Those thoughts and feelings are normal. However, if you have more miserable days than days when […]
We’ve all had one of those days when you’re putting out fires from the moment you walk into the office. The inbox is overflowing with demands, someone can’t meet a deadline and you already have a packed day ahead of you. As frustrating as it is, it’s just life. There will be some days in […]
Do you ever feel like you are dragging your feet a little bit more during the day? If it is happening during the cold months, you may have the winter blues. Many people begin feeling the wintertime blues once the days start getting shorter. But after the first part of the year it can get […]
In today’s workforce, the early bird almost always catches the worm. Working for yourself does mean you have the freedom to work whenever it’s convenient for you, but there’s no secret that business thrives during those 9-5 hours regardless. If you’re a night owl, you may find it difficult to reach others during their normal […]
Although I’m a member of a co-working space I love, I still work from home quite a bit. In the past, there were a lot of people living under one roof which caused me to have to find ways to stay focused. Now, I only have a roommate and a designated workspace, but I still […]
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