Do your actions speak for you? When actions speak louder than words. The idea that your deeds are more important than your words is an ancient one, dating at least as far back as Biblical times and possibly further. The modern version of the phrase began to take shape thanks to French philosopher and writer …
Small errors can lead to the overall failure of a plan, simple mistakes followed by poor quality control can ruin your business credibility.
Everyone wants to be the boss. That’s not strictly true but, as anyone who has ever been appointed to lead a team, a division or a company will know, there are few feelings to compare with sliding your feet under the boss’s chair for the first time, knowing it’s your chair now. Sometimes it’s better to follow …
Clinch more deals with the three-part pitch. Story writers work to a basic three block structure: part one is the lure, part two is the build-up and part three is the payoff.
It works for books, TV series and films, and it works for sales pitches too.
Depending on your job and your responsibilities, you will be expected to make several decisions every working day of your life.
Ask yourself if what you have to say will add value, purpose or clarity to anyone’s life. If you have nothing useful to say, keep it to yourself.
Read novels, science fiction, crime, war and period drama books can improve business skills by reading? Why not just watch television instead?
Living well is not the secret of happiness Despite the excellent financial rewards, Andrew found it difficult to get excited about trading commodities from a desk and his colleagues often found him absorbed by the websites of leading watch companies. One of his friends said, “You came into banking because it’s where your friends are. …
Some decisions are easy, for routine choices we usually rely on habit, instinct or common sense. What about decisions that could change lives?
How do you work from home effectively? Follow these tips to create a professional home office and stay productive.
