One of the biggest challenges in the construction industry is estimating projects. Contractors and Developers are very busy and estimating are one of those tasks that take time and focus. Advancements in digital takeoff and estimating software have dramatically improved the speed contractors can calculate quantities for projects and finalize their pricing. It has … Read more
As military members leave the service and enter civilian life, they have many career options. Some veterans will translate their military experience into a full-time job. Others may follow their passion or interest and start their own business. Still, others choose to adopt the flexible schedule and the ability to work for multiple clients that … Read more
Speaking in front of an audience or holding a meeting with a manager can test the business communication skills of even the most experienced communicators. For Gen Zers entering the workforce, it’s essential to develop both verbal and nonverbal communication skills. Gen Zers should also understand the connection between emotional intelligence and communication to further … Read more
Whether we realize it or not, huge volumes of data are being collected about us every day. From where we commonly eat to the last time we went to the doctor’s office, our lives are recorded and analyzed by complex algorithms. Advertisers and health care organizations rely on real-time data to improve their services and … Read more
Whether it’s doing our job or spending our free time watching TV and scrolling through social media, it seems like technology is slowly taking over every aspect of our lives. However, not only does this modern lifestyle tend to bring stress and chaos, it can also hinder our productivity and ability to focus on the … Read more
This post was originally published on ChangeRoots The science of performance reviews has dramatically improved in the last few years. The best companies have moved from ineffective annual reviews to frequent check-ins where employees receive direct feedback against specific goals and company values. In the new model, employees know when they’re succeeding or failing. … Read more
Source Interested in growing your business? There are a variety of ways to do so; but how do you know which strategy is right for your venture? A market product grid helps companies plot out their growth strategy and visualize the risks associated with expansion. It can help key leaders make decisions around … Read more
The beauty industry can be a dog-eat-dog world where only the very best have a chance at success. Just hard work or just intelligence is not enough, it takes novel ideas, consistent results, and an incredible amount of dedication to make your beauty business work. Those who make it in the beauty industry have … Read more
Women are traditionally associated with roles in the health, education, recruitment, and customer service industries and they have been very successful in them. Women have been able to show how they can use strong communication skills, innovation, and goal management to be statistically better leaders. With that said, women are using industry trends to … Read more
There has been more and more spotlight on gender equality and the growth of women in leadership positions. We read about the barriers to women’s advancement into leadership positions. Concepts such as glass ceilings have become popularized and have become a symbol of the movement. According to Catalyst, while the share of Women in … Read more
Source: https://www.pexels.com/photo/blur-cellphone-close-up-contemporary-288530/ Self-motivation is arguably the most challenging obstacle to overcome. This is because the effect is steady, and most time coincides with when we are either in worries or when we are fed up with something. As for some, this is never a problem as they probably have an excellent means of … Read more
This article was originally published by Index Code In previous articles, we’ve laid out the compelling reasons why more and more software teams are going remote. Virtual workers are more productive, less expensive, and more engaged with their work. Companies that partner with remote developers gain access to a global pool of talent; and, … Read more
Image Source When new businesses fail, most of the time it’s due to running out of cash. Poor cash flow management is the nemesis of the more than 80% of new ventures that go out of business in the first year. It takes a lot of capital to get started, no matter … Read more
Although Millennials are officially the largest age group in today’s workforce, they are joined by coworkers from the Baby Boomer, Generation X, and Generation Z groups. Though this diverse mix of ages is great for creative thinking and new ideas, it can also present issues for HR managers and business owners. People with such vast … Read more
This article was originally written by ChangeRoots.com As citizens, we only get a glimpse into our presidential candidates. We are tasked with making a huge decision on who should lead the free world based on the limited information that is twisted by allies, opponents and the media. How should we evaluate a presidential candidate? … Read more