Empowering and leading others to do and be more.
As we move closer to 2021, we are preparing to enter a post-COVID era in regards to workplace policies and employee safety. While we are closer to vaccination than ever before, there’s no denying that the pandemic has had a huge effect on the way we live. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, … Read more
Delegation is an essential component of a wide group of leadership skills. Even though you might begin by leading a small team, as the project you work on grows, so do the responsibilities and tasks. Many leaders think that they have to do everything by themselves. Some do this because they need to be in … Read more
Working from home is nothing new but the Covid-19 pandemic of 2020 and now into 2021 means that many people have been forced into isolation and home working. But the social aspect of being at work with others is beneficial for many people and working from requires some discipline: Working from home isn’t for everyone … Read more
During my years of adventure travel (How to Travel the World for Free; PBS/Tonight Show), I’ve developed strategies for improving my resilience, especially in times of crisis and change. I think resilience is the key to a successful and happy life – and the good news is that we can always work on it. I … Read more
You may have already heard about the term “assertiveness”, and if you haven’t, it’s the perfect time to learn more about this amazing communication skill! It helps individuals express themselves effectively, stand up for their point of view firmly and fairly, without being rude or aggressive. Becoming a strong and confident communicator is important in … Read more
Corporate culture determines the norms and behaviors of a company. Having a strong company culture can ensure employees are certain in their response to any given situation and are confident in demonstrating the company’s values. Small business owners and startups must keep in mind legacy solutions deliver digital disconnects, in turn creating a fragmented cultural … Read more
If you want to have a small business, you may think that a good idea and plan is the only thing to consider. But what about leadership and guiding, who will do that for you? If you own a small business, you may find this article interesting. Here, you can read advice on how to … Read more
We all face different obstacles in life, and for women in the fintech (financial-tech) space, there is much to overcome. In a vastly male-dominated industry, the amount of women-held roles is minuscule compared to men’s. Take the tech giant Google, for example—just 30.9% of their overall workforce is women, who make up only 21.9% of … Read more
Let’s face it. The essence of a business is meeting peoples’ needs. Employees, lenders, investors, customers, and members of society are people with different needs. The most successful businesses understand this and they do their best to meet these needs. For a business to do this, it has to satisfy its own needs first. It … Read more
At the end of the day, your employees are your greatest assets. In order to ensure your company is continuing to grow and succeed, you need your employees to do the same! That is why it is crucial that you have an employee development plan in place that satisfies the goals of both your employees … Read more
Hiring a New Employee Hiring a new employee is a hurricane task. Various factors count like their experience, qualification, background, and personality. An experienced leader can tell you that personality is one of the most significant aspects which you need to consider while hiring. But is it possible to properly assess someone’s character in a … Read more
For the last few months, we have all heard the phrase “new normal.” This is the situation we are facing now, no thanks to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Governments had to enforce strict quarantine and lockdown measures to curb the spread of the deadly disease. Companies also had to shift to work-from-home (WFH) arrangements … Read more
Does your business have employees who work remotely? Chances are, the answer is yes. From 2005 to 2018, the number of remote employees grew by more than 170% — and that was before COVID-19. The pandemic has only served to increase the number of staff working from home. That trend is likely to continue even … Read more
These new times are described by new experiences for everyone. If remote working was something employees looked forward to, now it has become reality for almost everyone. Leaders need to adapt to these new times and use their skills wisely to engage employees and keep them motivated. The HR sector is one of the most … Read more
2020 has been such a crazy and challenging year for many. As it comes to an end, the opportunity to push reset arises and becomes the perfect time to focus on self-care. Take this time to move on from this tough year and pamper yourself with some self-care activities by following this 31-day calendar for … Read more