On the toughest items on a leader’s laundry list of challenges is handling criticism, be it from a colleague, an employee, or a friend. Here’s how to do it properly in three simple steps. Keep Your First Reaction in Check Let’s face it: nobody likes criticism. No matter how experienced or how self-assured you are,…
With Christmas a couple of weeks away, chances are good that you or someone you know are waiting for a package. However, beware: as always, scammers are tailor-fitting their schemes to the circumstances. Here’s what you need to know about package delivery scams. What Are Package Delivery Scams? The COVID-19 pandemic has upended many of…
The merriest time of the year is just around the corner, and many businesses are gearing up to face upticks in demand. Here’s what you need to know if you are considering seasonal hiring this Christmas. Considering Seasonal Hiring This Christmas? Keep These Tips in Mind If your business is looking to hire seasonal workers…
Whether in person or online, it can be difficult to capture everyone’s attention during a meeting. Here are some strategies to keep your meetings engaging so that your team can achieve success — and have some fun in the process. Identity the Dynamics at Play Every team has its own dynamics. Friendships and bonds are…
Looking for ways to get your business noticed online without breaking the bank? Here are three simple, cheap, and effective ideas to connect with current and potential customers. Google Business Listings You know Google Business Listings: that sort of card containing basic details that appears when you Google the name of a business. A Google…
Not all employees are the same, but you need all kinds of employees to succeed. Introverts in particular can be a game-changing asset to your company, provided that you know how to interact with them. They Are Great Observers One of the most important things you need to understand about introverts is that they are…
Tax scams are becoming commonplace, and they keep evolving. Every day, criminals find new ways to use technology to take advantage of others and their vulnerability or willingness to help. Below are four scenarios that have become widespread over the last several months. They are red flags that let you know that you are facing…
A mentor can be a career-changing figure who can help you achieve success and fulfillment. But how to find a mentor? Here are three simple (but effective) strategies. In Person When you know in real life the person you would like to have as a mentor, things are a little easier. Odds are that you…
Conventional wisdom holds that resume gaps are a big red flag that disqualifies a candidate almost instantly. But is there any truth to this common piece of managerial advice? Keep reading to learn more. Are Resume Gaps Actually Bad? The first thing to keep in mind is that the job market has changed radically over…
Scammers and cybercriminals are always on the lookout for new ways to take advantage of unsuspecting people. Luckily, protecting yourself against this type of crime doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated. For example, here are four simple ways to protect yourself against identity theft. All these tips are easy to put into practice and…