Remember when life was simple? Probably not. The truth is, it was never really simple? The difference today is that we are living in times of profound change more than every before. What was relevant yesterday is no longer the case today. The word we can use to describe life today is chaos. How do […]
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When it comes to keeping employees engaged, benefits can go a long way. Sometimes a competitive salary is not enough. The Insured Retirement Institute found that only 27 percent of baby boomers are confident that they will have enough money to last through their retirement. If you can help your employees support their retirement planning,
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I was reading an article on Business Insider that put together a list and commentary about the wristwatches worn by 11 CEOs of some of the world’s most powerful companies. The article goes on to say that for some, a wristwatch is more than a time-telling device. It’s a statement. It was an article about
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Studying the characteristics of great leaders is useful because it allows us to define the traits that contribute to a leader’s success. There are several leadership styles and there is not one style that is better than another. However, in studying the qualities of successful leaders, patterns start to emerge. Think back to leaders
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We sometimes hear stories of people who despite the odds, break out from the negative cycle that plagued them and often their family for years. Their story aims to inspire us because it holds as a reminder that anything is possible if you just keep moving forward. One such story is of Eric Thomas, who
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So many people and companies start projects with great intentions inspired by so much creativity. It is not starting projects that are complicated. It is the ability to walk the project till the end that counts. That’s why so many companies have started the Agile Kanban System for better project management. I remember once working
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There are a variety of different methods created with the intention to help the user increase his productivity. This post focuses on David Allen’s Getting Things Done Methodology. Getting Things Done, or “GTD” as it’s more commonly known, is not only a productivity system but also started a movement. The concept was created by David
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It’s easy to get discouraged when you put a lot of effort into something but still haven’t achieved your goals. If you measure your success by the attainment of the final result then you will face many disappointments. But Life is a Game of Inches, not of miles. I remember watching Football for the first
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According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, about 50 percent of small businesses fail within the first four years. Companies that start with the right mindset and resources improve their chances of not only surviving but also thriving. The key to success for start-ups in the first year of business is to succeed with
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When it comes to being an effective leader, there is no one magical formula. I have seen complete opposite styles get the same amazing results. In order to become a great leader, you need to hone your skills on a consistent basis. There are several events that leaders can face that will challenge their skills
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That time of year has already arrived. Tax season. Having a small business is already a challenge in itself. Ensuring you complete all the necessary documents and making sure your checks and balances are in place can be overwhelming. Add tax filing to the equation, it can be a nightmare. But it doesn’t have to
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My oldest son has become almost obsessed with his height. At 12 years old he is one of the shortest of his friends. No matter how much I encourage him that he still has a lot of growth ahead of him, he is anxious to begin his next growth spurt. It has become almost a
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You often hear people claim how busy they are. How many of those people are productive? In fact, “busy” should not be what you are aiming for. Racing to check off as many things off your to-do list is not a measure of productivity. Productivity is about being effective and utilizing time management techniques to
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It was great to collaborate with Jennifer Davis on her blog. Jennifer is the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) for the international business of Leyard and also serves as the vice president of marketing and product strategy at Planar Systems and Runco International. The original post can be found on Jennifer Davis’ Blog. As a leader, one of our most important
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The difference between a Dreamer, a Goal-Setter and an Action Taker determines whether or not the dream will be accomplished. For any of us to become successful, the difference needs to be understood and the transition made from Dreamer to Action Taker. I have had plenty of dreams. Most of them stayed just that, dreams.
