People

Asking for help is not a weakness, but when it comes to asking for it in the workplace, there might be hesitancy. Worrying that colleagues will perceive it as a failure to cope, or that the boss might see it as a lack of effort in trying can often lead to people trying to power […]

As the new year approaches, many individuals may be looking at their current positions with a discerning eye. End of Year Performance reviews and contract periods may sometimes be used by employers to make a call regarding the promotion of specific staff based on their performance. In some cases, an individual may request a promotion

Active listening skills demonstrate your ability to meet a prospect’s needs. Good listening skills play a significant role in developing a close personal relationship with a prospective client. The goal of the first meeting with a prospect is to build a relationship by conveying your sincere interest in the person and the issues or problems

Though you may be chomping at the bit for an employment opportunity and entry into your desired field, there’s always a difference between your dream job and ‘any’ job. In some cases, you may have sent through multiple applications to so many companies that it’s all become a blur. But what happens when the job offers

People want time more than money, but the unfortunate side effect of life is that it costs money to have one. Many people may find themselves living to work rather than working to live, resulting from a poor work-life balance. Employees who lack a proper work-life balance could risk burning out. Whether employees bring personal

Promoting fair and equal treatment in the workplace is a common concern for leaders of corporate giants. For small business owners, it can also be a challenge. Your team is essential to the long-term success of your business. Each staff member must have an equal opportunity for recognition and reward, no matter where they fall

Have you been looking to hire new employees for your business? In this article we take a closer examination of what to look for when hiring a new employee Looking for the person with the longest experience or the best qualifications might seem like the ideal selection criteria. Importantly don’t discount the impact and importance

You don’t want to be caught in the middle of a dispute when in the workplace. Whether it’s between workers, employees against the manager or even an issue existing between the senior level staff, conflict can be a sensitive issue. That’s why if you have conflict arising in the workplace, you need to carefully find

Communication, teamwork and problem-solving. These common “buzzwords” are generally present in job advertisements because recruiters are looking for specific kinds of people who are already in possession of these highly valuable, transferable skills. You may have picked up and developed these transferable job skills in previous positions or roles. An advantage arises that you can