We might like to draw a distinction between business Management skills and Professional skills. So if you are an accountant, a solicitor, a hairdresser, or a builder, these titles describe your Professional skills, and these are the skills you will … Continue reading →
When an entrepreneur creates a business, they first of all concentrate on getting the business off the ground. This requires a great deal of energy, one of the hallmarks of entrepreneurs. Once the business is up and running the culture … Continue reading →
Opinion is divided on this issue. Let’s consider what some academics and business people in the field have to say on the subject. Peter Drucker, one of the foremost business thinkers of our time, says there may be born leaders, … Continue reading →
Job hunting is stressful and onerous. The problem with being out of work is that you have to work a full week job hunting. So you need to try several strategies and see what works for you. Some people will … Continue reading →
“You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” When you first meet someone, whether in business, or in your personal life, it is the nonverbal clues, rather than verbal, that will influence the other person’s opinion of … Continue reading →
It is extremely important to speak with clarity, especially in business. People are busy and do not have the time or the inclination to work out what you might be trying to say. You need to say it yourself, and … Continue reading →
Don’t spend more than you earn. To paraphrase a famous quote, the definition of happiness is to earn a dollar and spend 99 cents. The definition of catastrophe is to earn a dollar and spend 1.10 dollars. Don’t buy things … Continue reading →
Writing a strong CV that will get you in front of interviewers is one of the things that will help you accelerate your career. Even if you are not actively job-hunting it is a good idea to always have a … Continue reading →
Effective communication is an important tool for anyone in business, but is especially so for managers as their role is essentially making sure everyone knows what needs to be done to achieve the task and hit targets. But communication is … Continue reading →
When you are drawing up and maintaining your budget, it is worth keeping a file of financial documents that will help you to analyse your spending and identify potential savings. The most useful documents will record your income and expenditure. … Continue reading →
