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Ability to learn as critical in leaders as previous knowledge
For all the rapid advances in technology and the impact they have on business, the human factor – especially leadership ability…….
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Working on Vacation: When You Can’t Just Leave It All Behind
Although the idea of going on holiday is to take a break from the rigours of work, some jobs simply don’t allow for a total and complete separation. And then there are some people who have the type of personality that needs to work at all times.
Career Coaching & Guidance
When is the best time for lawyers to make that move in-house?
Over the years, I have spoken to many lawyers of varying seniority ……
Career Coaching & Guidance
Inclusiveness is key to getting the best out of multicultural teams
Carolyn, from mainland China, took over a finance and accounting management team…….
How to Get Promoted
Top Advice on Getting The Promotion You Want
While sometimes it may seem as though a promotion will never happen, you can ensure that you set yourself up for professional success. With careful strategising and intentional actions, the promotion you want can be within reach. Before making demands with your boss, clearly identify your goal and make preparations early on to make your ideal position an easy win. Consider the following questions and gather strong responses before you talk to your boss.
Productivity Tips
Time Management Tricks for Procrastinators
The procrastination club is well-populated with smart and talented people who sometimes struggle to get things done. People tend to procrastinate for one or several of the following reasons: you are frequently distracted, the task seems unpleasant, overwhelming, or too difficult, priorities are out of order, or there is a general lack of motivation for action. The good news is that there are strategies to combat each of these problems.
Productivity Tips
How Managers Can Help Their Team Achieve an Ideal Work Life Balance
The concept of a better work life balance has the business world buzzing for several years now and while many companies are jumping on the bandwagon to pursue happier, more rounded employees, achieving that crucial balance between work and personal life isn’t necessarily the reality for many professionals. Executives and managers may be talking about implementing new and innovative organisational policies to help employees juggle priorities, but often times the proponents of work life balance may unwittingly be the same ones creating the obstacles for their employees to realise it.
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Become a Better Mentor
The importance and advantages of participating in a mentorship programme in the workplace has been proven again and again. When done right and with people willing to learn from their advisor, mentorship can be one of the most gratifying and career-advancing professional development programmes employees can utilise for success. There is undoubtedly no shortage of young professionals looking to mentors for guidance, but being a mentor isn’t necessarily a natural role for many people to take on.
Career Coaching & Guidance
The human factor will still remain despite technological advances
Today, all companies can be considered technology companies. Businesses are increasingly ……
Productivity Tips
Management Tips for Busy Teams
Success for busy, often over-worked teams ultimately comes down to management. Approach deadlines and targets with focus, discipline, and mutual understanding, and you’ll have a winning team working by your side…