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Whenever I am asked the question, do men make better networkers than women? – I always highlight the differences in communication styles. I don’t believe one gender is better than the other at networking. However, many women incorrectly doubt their networking ability. So let’s explode a few myths. Here are 5 things that contribute to [...]
Sometimes, particularly in small business, it can seem you are doing a great deal for not much return, that is, of the hard cash kind. It can be easy to get fed up, resentful and lose enthusiasm, which in turn puts potential customers and clients off, starting that downward spiral. Once you realise there are [...]
Social media useage can become all to time consuming and overwhelming if you are not measuring outcomes. In business the rule is ‘if you can’t or aren’t measuring it – don’t do it’. These days far too many business owners waste valuable hours online with absolutely no idea of how effective or if they are even achieving additional benefits that will [...]
Workplace bullying can have a profound effect on all aspects of a person’s health as well as their work and family life. It also has significant flow on effects for the community and the economy, with the Productivity Commission estimating the total cost of workplace bullying in Australia at between $6 billion and $36 billion [...]
The old saying ‘dress for success’ may be an overused one, but it definitely still applies in today’s business world. Do an overhaul of your wardrobe and find out what three outfits you should have on hand to be ready for every occasion.
With so many social media platforms available today it can be confusing and daunting when deciding where your business should be putting it’s focus. Learn how to pick the right social media platforms for your business.
Today’s world has so many choices that the grocery store takes up an entire isle just for sauces. And this plethora of choices isn’t just at the grocery store. We face unlimited decisions everyday, which can often lead to feeling overwhelmed. Find a way to narrow down those choices using some special skills.
Your office should be one of the few areas in your life that you can focus completely and utterly on the tasks at hand, but unfortunately this is not usually the case. Use these four tips to turn your office into the productive space it should be.
There are so many free or low cost tools on the web these days, find some that can help you get things done faster and more efficiently. Saving you precious time and money.
Want to be a great leader? Eat a low-fat healthy diet and exercise regularly! This isn’t just a cliché. Evidence shows that regular exercise leads to improved brain functioning. According to Michelle Voss, assistant professor of psychology at the University of Iowa, “Aerobic exercise improves ability to coordinate multiple things, long-term planning and your ability [...]