The year 2023 is coming to an end. Rather than mourn the passing of another calendar year, this is a great time to review the past 365 days and make plans for an even better 2024. If you have big aspirations for the future, the best time to start is today. This guide will help […]
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Set goals. With the start of the new year comes the bold attempt to “manage time better,” “be more productive,” and “focus on what matters.” If you are a “project creep” person, you miss deadlines, and an ever-growing to-do list is all too frequent both in your life and business. These two areas must be […]
While remote work is here to stay, there are still numerous tasks that require on-site work for many firms. Meetings are needed. How many? Meetings. The only question is how many and how rapidly? While remote work is here to stay, there are still numerous tasks that require on-site work for many firms. In addition, […]
Have you heard the old quip about overnight success taking ten or more years? Anyone who’s started a business knows it’s true. Think Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos. Though they’ve reached tremendous recognition now for their business acumen, they were once everyday guys. No paparazzi were following them — and they certainly weren’t carrying tickets […]
Throughout the years, I’ve learned a lot from music regarding days of the week. For example, according to Robert Smith and the Cure, Friday you’re in love. However, for Rebecca Balck, Fridays are when you get down. Elton John proclaimed that Saturday’s alright for fighting, which you definitely should do. And, Sundays are usually for […]
Every time, a good leader understands people’s motives, as well as what motivates and inspires them. Then, spend time with them to make more money. Time is of the essence They understand how to entice their employees to participate in a way that balances the individual’s interests, time, and needs with the group’s goals. This, […]
Somewhere in between holiday festivities and wrapping up all of your year-end obligations, you might also be setting your goals for next year. While there’s nothing wrong with that, most of us fail to reach these goals. An astounding 92 percent of people who set New Year’s resolutions never follow through, according to researchers at […]
For many businesses, the winter months tend to slow down considerably. Unfortunately, a slower season is a reality for those businesses who depend on seasonal tourism in the summer months — or reduced activity due to colder weather, among other things. During this time, the challenge for business owners is finding ways to keep themselves […]
Businesses are navigating through one of the most unprecedented times in recent history. After overcoming many difficulties related to Covid-19, numerous establishments are now struggling to fill positions with new hires. Having new hires ready to go for the new year comes at the same time as high levels of unemployment. So, where’s the overlap? […]
The holiday season is a time reserved for family. However, responsibilities don’t all disappear during this time, and you might not want to spend all month with your in-laws. Scheduling your time can help you find the perfect balance. Whether it’s Christmastime, Thanksgiving, or even a family Easter gathering, you can make the best use […]