With more than 3 billion users, social media has become the most potent tool of business growth and expansion. Social Media not only helps create brand awareness but also helps bring potential customers on-board. But do you know about the best social media marketing strategy? Well, an animated video is, by far, considered to be … Read more
A good leader can spell the difference in a company’s operations—from motivating employees to making quality and even overcoming workplace obstacles. But what makes a good leader? A good leader stands out through their strong values and dedication to continuous improvement, allowing them to back up their management styles and be effective at their … Read more
Some people are natural-born leaders who possess traits like charisma and decisiveness that seem second nature. Others must learn these traits as they progress in their career, filling in the personality gaps that keep them from leadership greatness. Fundera, a small business resource site, has prepared a graphic with the 7 traits of great leaders that … Read more
Some people don’t find it easy to wake up early. In fact, it’s difficult for much of the population to wake up and smell the roses. However, morning time can be the most productive time of the day. Think about it, you’re getting the majority of your work done before the stresses of the day … Read more
In life, people will say “patience is a virtue.” However, when it comes to online shopping patience is a virtue that no one or very few people possess. With the advancements in technology, consumers have the ability to track their package every step of the way, becoming more anxious every time the UPS or FedEx … Read more
Personal growth depends on stepping out of your comfort zone. Unfortunately, most of us try to avoid taking risky moves out of fear. That fear ultimately holds us back from new opportunities and limits the amount of personal development possible. Why take risks at all? Risk-taking isn’t always dangerous. Even small things like reaching … Read more
Every once in a while life throws a curveball at you. Whether you were unable to finish college or you were rejected from your dream job, sometimes it seems like your goals are too far out of reach. Though it is difficult, persevering and learning from these experiences is the best way to pursue your … Read more
In the United States, just 63% of surveyed workers agree that their workplace enables them to work effectively. That means that for over 47 million American workers, the office is simply not good enough. * What can business owners and/or office managers do to fix this problem? As it turns out, there are many things … Read more
Being able to make strong eye contact with others is one of the best skills you can develop, for both your personal and professional lives. Because humans are such social animals, we can tell a lot about how another person is feeling just based on their eyes. This is why people who are afraid to … Read more
As family vacations pick up and the sales season slows down, most businesses fall victim to a phenomenon dubbed the summer slump. The slump describes the decrease in motivation and an increase in distraction in the office from June through September. As a manager, being mindful of different times of the year and how … Read more
We analyzed how more than 4,000 companies use skills assessments on Vervoe, particularly employer and candidate preferences, and wanted to share the results with you. Here are some of the most interesting things we learned: COMPANIES Hiring funnel The first step companies tend to replace with skills assessments is phone screening. Intuitively this makes sense … Read more
These days it seems like we’re surrounded by successful startups, with new and convenient living solutions being announced every day. However, the truth is that only 10% of startups are able to make it out of the gate each year. Because the early stages are so dependent on seed funding, many startups are shut down … Read more
Celebrity chefs, from Anthony Bourdain to Guy Fieri or Sami Nosrat, became who they are by way of creativity, passion, and determination. Despite the type of cuisine or journey to success, there’s no one path that’s right. Often, the road to stardom or success is long, winding and full of road bumps. However, celebrity chefs … Read more
Do you have a passion for pets and wish you could spend more time with them? If you do, you’re in luck: There are a slew of jobs out there for pet fanatics just like you! From dog walking to pet grooming, a lot of pet occupations are flexible enough that you can work them … Read more
You may have that one person at work that is always ready to greet the day, ahead on their schedule and cheerful throughout the day. Have you ever wondered where they get their boundless energy? Their morning routine just might have something to do with it. Some of the most productive and successful people … Read more