Being a business owner has its advantages and disadvantages. You’re the final arbiter of any decisions within the business, which can be both good and bad. It’s wonderful when you have a clear sense of the direction you want to go in and you know that you don’t have to convince anyone else before moving […]
If you are experiencing a moment when you are wondering if it is even worth pouring more effort into your stagnating business, this will be a good time to remind you that you are not the only person who has experienced 2020 and 2021. If you still have a business, you are ahead of the […]
A lot of people have career ambitions and want to see themselves rise to the top ranks of their company, or move into these types of roles elsewhere. The competition can be fierce, with thousands of talented people all over the world looking to move up the ladder and achieve their goals. Even if you […]
When it comes to managing field-based employees, there are several key components that must be considered. These components include understanding the skills your team needs, knowing how to motivate and inspire them, using best practices for communicating with them, and more. Walkie Talkie app One helpful resource that can help field-based employees is Walkie Talkie. […]
by Cindy Sternberg The Covid-19 pandemic struck Canada, and despite hope it would be like the earlier SARS arrival, it continues to wreak havoc on the economy. Attempts to reopen and get the economy on the move have been hampered by hiring difficulties across many industries. One in particular is the restaurant sector. Food service […]
Globalisation may be key to modern business success, but it, too, has been up and down like a yoyo this past year. For obvious reasons, border closures and the need to restrict transmission have certainly left many global companies stranded (sometimes literally,) while poorly equipped global third-parties have seen countless on-shore companies struggling to adapt. […]
Good communication is essential for the success of both individual and business relationships. The process involves encoding, transmitting, decoding, and receiving feedback for a message. It helps you effectively perform the four management functions: planning, leading, organizing, and controlling. Bad communication habits make it harder to interact with your clients, suppliers, investors, and other stakeholders. […]
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, so many people have lost their jobs and are looking for work. It is especially difficult to look for a new job during this time. You may interview on Zoom, but if you do have an interview in person you will probably wear a mask and physically distance from the […]
pixabay Starting a business on the back of last year is certainly challenging. Many budding entrepreneurs are still keen, however, but looking for innovative ways to hold onto their funds. There are plenty of cost-cutting solutions for startups at the moment. Workspace alternatives such as co-working and remote working are commonplace. Digital marketing has […]
Software engineers are in high demand these days. With the skills needed to turn the impossible into the possible, software engineers are responsible for building, developing, launching and maintaining applications, systems and platforms. And, the job is highly desirable, with research showing that almost a fifth of people born after 1997 are applying for jobs […]
Gaslighting: Definition, Signs, Causes, & Tips for Dealing with It Often, it is difficult to know if you are a victim of gaslighting. This form of emotional manipulation and abuse is quite subtle, making it easy to ignore despite its significant damaging impact. Fortunately, it becomes easy to identify gaslighting instances and deal […]
Building leadership credentials helps to strengthen your leadership skills, and according to 80% of business executives, company leadership is crucial to organizational success. In a 2017 study, Lacarenza pointed out that leadership credential building led to an 8% improvement in employee performance, and improved leadership behavior by 28%. Building your team’s leadership skills is therefore crucial to your company’s success. How […]
Pixabay – CC0 Licence In business, security is a word which will always carry some weight. There’s the issue of financial security, which underpins every decision made on the monetary side of the business. Cybersecurity, too, is an essential component of any business’s plans in an age where a single data breach can be […]
The path to success isn’t a simple step from A to B. Along the way, there will always be obstacles and setbacks in your path that make the future uncertain and hard to reach. However, such difficulties can never truly stand in your way if you understand how to overcome them and find genuine […]
Photo by Piotr Chrobot on Unsplash The health and safety of employees should be the top priority for employers. Even if you’re running a traditional style office, with few health and safety risks, there are still a number of regulatory responsibilities on employers. If you’re thinking about whether you need to hire a […]
Canada’s story has always been one of resilience, collaboration and ingenuity and in no time has that been truer than over the course of this year. COVID-19 was a systemic shock—not just for Canada but for nearly every nation on earth. It revealed a soft underbelly to what we previously considered to be steadfast, resilient […]
As a business owner, your performance is one of the main factors that influence how much your company or organization succeeds. As the creator of the business, you’re responsible for managing the moving parts and need mental clarity and enthusiasm to boost your productivity. If you want to maximize your performance, there are a […]
If you’re looking to advance your career or are an entrepreneur, your main goal is likely to become successful. Although you may have the passion and drive, the habits you develop each day will determine how efficient and productive you are in the workplace. If you’re looking to improve your schedule and make better […]
A report shows #BasicIncome can speed up Canada’s recovery & grow the economy sustainably. The report, which will be presented during a webinar on Saturday December 12, outlines the following anticipated results from a national basic income program: $80B/yr in GDP 600K jobs $15B/yr business investments to expand/hire $32B/yr in total wages 3.2M families out […]
New social harmony index finds nearly 75% of Canadians seek common ground -Study highlights national core values relate to social focus over individual focus- Contrary to the perception of growing national polarization, and just in time for the season of peace and goodwill—the first annual Canadian Social Harmony Index™ has benchmarked Canadians’ willingness to […]
