A company’s success isn’t based on the number of employees, but rather the quality of the employees. You need people who adopt the company vision, stand behind your mission, and deliver the skills – both soft and hard. But finding… Read more »
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Branding: Learning from Success
In Part I and Part II on branding, we discussed the why and the how. Today, in the conclusion of our series on branding, we’ll glean some know-how from observing some of the most successful brands. After all, no… Read more »
Branding: 4 Strategies for Creating a Standout Brand
(Our last blog established the importance of branding – today, we’ll discuss how.) If you’re looking for a one-size-fits-all equation that guarantees success in branding your business, you’re out of luck. No easy recipe exists for establishing a dynamic brand.… Read more »
Branding: Because You Are More than Just a Business
At least that should be your goal. To be more than a place that sells this or services that. Because to be successful in today’s competitive business climate, you have to be known, far and wide, for who you are,… Read more »
Building Strong Company Teams
In a recent blog, we discussed the traits of team players, but that’s only half of the picture. Management carries responsibility too – in creating a workplace environment that encourages healthy teams and happy players. So . . . what… Read more »
Earning Respect as a Leader
Being a leader/manager/supervisor doesn’t guarantee respect. While your employees may show respect for your title/position, it doesn’t mean that they respect you as a professional. Authentic respect, as well as trust and loyalty, is always earned. We’re not talking perfection… Read more »
Networking your Way to A New Job
You’re in the market for a new job – or maybe even a career change, but where do you start. With your network, of course. But don’t make a haphazard go-for-broke network blitz – give it your best shot. It’s… Read more »
Characteristics and Skills of a Great Manager
Whether you were recently promoted or you walked the management trenches for years, taking time to evaluate and assess your management skills is time well spent. Even world-class athletes keep looking for ways to improve their skills. Consider these tips… Read more »
Resilience
Whether you’re an entry-level employee dealing with overload at work and a family crisis at the same time or a top-level manager wading through office politics to cool the flames of conflict before they erupt into a raging fire, resilience… Read more »