Being in a leadership position can test your communication skills. You have to be able to connect with others, so you can work together to reach your common goals. If you think you may need some help in this area, you have plenty of company. Almost 57% of employees report being given inadequate directions, and 69% of managers say they’re uncomfortable communicating with … [Read more...] about Essential Communications Skills That Leaders Need
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Top Tips for Making a Positive Impression Over Video
When the pandemic took hold in 2020, video conferencing became the go-to tool for many businesses. Video provided a way for team members to stay connected regardless of where in the world they were. At the same time, video gave companies a way to host effective training and interviewing experiences. There was an increase of 67% in 2020 of interviews held remotely over video … [Read more...] about Top Tips for Making a Positive Impression Over Video
How to Negotiate a Raise at Your Annual Review
We’ve all been there: worried about discussing money and our salaries at work. But the truth is, the longer we work at a company, the more value we provide it. Maybe you started optimizing processes, or you’ve gotten so comfortable in your role that you consistently exceed job expectations. You might have even gotten so comfortable that you have taken on responsibilities … [Read more...] about How to Negotiate a Raise at Your Annual Review
Starting a Podcast to Market Your Business
32% of Americans listen to podcasts at least once a month, and that figure is changing rapidly. Podcast episodes are easy for people to search, access, and listen to. Listeners can find most podcasts for free on different platforms including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. With the podcast industry evolving, these platforms make it easier and easier for listeners to access your … [Read more...] about Starting a Podcast to Market Your Business
How to Give Negative Feedback in a Positive Way
Negative feedback – it’s never something you look forward to giving as a leader. However, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t give it. Although it’s difficult to say negative things about your employees’ work, it’s worth remembering that your staff can only thrive if you give them direction. Negative feedback is a method of giving your team members the tools they need to … [Read more...] about How to Give Negative Feedback in a Positive Way