Professionalisms
[Infographic] That (Annoying PR) Thing You Do
Mynewsdesk and boutique PR firm PRecious Communications' Brands and Media Engagement Survey Report 2013 reveals some of the preferences and pet peeves of reporters and bloggers across Southeast Asia.
Hiring A Key Executive – Tips For The Hands-On CEO
The new hire process, particularly at the executive level, is a significant decision. Ali Behnam, co-founder of Riviera Partners, says there are there are some key factors that need to be taken into consideration for CEOs facilitating a successful search.
Six Pitfalls To Avoid When Launching Your Startup’s Website
Amy Johnson, community coordinator for A Small Orange, highlights some of the pitfalls startups should avoid when launching their websites.
Pinterest Is For Small Businesses, Too
Pinterest should be an accessible channel for everyone - not only brands who can invest millions in building up their presence. Danny Maloney, CEO and co-founder of PinLeague, offers 8 critical tips for small businesses on Pinterest.
How To Reject A Job Candidate The Right Way
Need to say, “No thanks?” to an aspiring job candidate you know will not fit your organization? Barry Sloane, President and CEO of Newtek Business Services, offers some tips on doing so humanely and with respect.
5 Ways The Superman Entrepreneur Isn’t A Team Player
Your Superman Complex may be turning off the very people you most rely on, says Prasad Kaipa, CEO Advisor and Coach of Kaipa Group, and coauthor "From Smart to Wise: Acting and Leading with Wisdom".
5 Traits To Look For When Promoting A Millennial
For millennials in management positions, it’s more about collaboration than command and control, shares Courtney Templin, Chief Operating Officer at JB Training Solutions and co-author of "Manager 3.0: A Millennial's Guide to Rewriting the Rules of Management".
4 Tips For Marketing… To Your Employees
You spend a lot of time and effort marketing to your customers and prospects: do you spend any on marketing to your own employees? If not, it's time you change that, advises Nilesh Bhojani, co-founder of Markitty.
4 Common Paperless Mistakes Business Make
At this point most businesses are aware that making the shift to paperless is necessary, but many are going about it all wrong. Matt Peterson, President & CEO of eFileCabinet, points out four common pitfalls.
Twelve Not-So-Obvious Tips To Help Small Business Owners Prosper
Starting a small business is hard work. Joseph Callaway has been there, and he shares twelve unexpected tactics — all centered on putting clients first — that will help your company to succeed.
Critical Marketing For Startups
Building a business from the ground up can be a difficult process, and every entrepreneur knows the importance of marketing. Chris Garrett offers a few thoughts.
Six Things You Do (Or Don’t Do) That Make Employees Feel Unloved
Few leaders set out to make their employees feel like they don’t matter. But Christine Comaford says even the most well meaning among us may be doing it accidentally — and the repercussions can be severe.
5 Tips For Fair Business Deals
How do you make fair business deals? Here are some proven techniques that could give you the edge you need.
Seven Reasons To Perform A Half-Year Review
If you’re a business owner and you’re thinking about kicking back and taking it easy this summer, think again, says Bill McBean. He recommends using the season to do a half-year review of your business and take advantage of emerging opportunities while your competition rests.
From “Mommy” To “Drill Sergeant” And Back Again: Why Leaders Must Be Flexible
Do you want to do a better job at influencing employees? Then get more flexible in your behavior. Christine Comaford lays out six powerful behavioral stances that truly get results and explains how (and when) to use them.
Five Healthcare Changes To Plan For In 2014
While a number of changes regarding Obama’s healthcare law have already gone into effect, a number of new changes are still on the horizon at the start of January 2014. Companies can begin preparing now for how these future changes will impact both business and employees. Rob Wilson, president of Employco USA, shares how.
Five Under-Utilized Sources That Businesses Can Tap Into For More Sales
When you start a new business or have been trading for some time and are looking for new sources for sales, it can be hard to work out where you can move your attentions to next. Carlo Pandian suggests five potential sources of additional sales.
Seven Interview Tips To Make Sure You’re Hiring A Grad Who Plays Well With...
The job market is flooded with brilliant, high-performing new grads. Unfortunately, says Bruce Piasecki, growing up in an era that celebrates the individual (think Facebook and Twitter) doesn’t tend to make one a coachable, loyal team player—and that’s the kind of employee your company needs the most. Here’s how to find him or her.
Does Your Workplace Meet These Three Powerful Human Needs?
If you want to outperform, outsell, and out-innovate the competition, first take a cue from Maslow (yes, the one with the hierarchy). Christine Comaford explains how to give your employees the three things they deeply crave — safety, belonging, and mattering.
10 Steps To Quality Website Content
A simple way to think about your business’s website content is to break it into two categories: core content and fresh content. Cassie Crudo, operations manager at HubRunner, suggests how you can look at both to help grow your business.
Start With A Logo To Build A Better Brand
One of the most important elements of any branding strategy is solid logo design. Emily Miller shares how it should be approached to increase brand awareness.
How To Use Social Media To Grow Your Business
Social media sites are invaluable resources for connecting with customers from around the world. DJ Miller shares some tips.
Why We Choose Safety Over Excellence (And How To Reprogram)
You may not realize it, but parts of your brain are so focused on keeping you safe and secure that they’re holding you back from true growth and prosperity. Christine Comaford explains how neuroscience techniques can help you reprogram your brain to work in a smarter, and ultimately more successful, state.
Five Essential Clauses No Employee Handbook Should Be Without
Employco USA president and CEO Rob Wilson discusses five policies your employee handbook cannot do without.
Eight Things That May Keep Your Company Stuck At No. 2
Joseph Callaway spotlights eight behaviors that, unbeknownst to you, might be keeping your company out of first place.
The Three Most Powerful Questions You Can Ask In Business
It’s the Age of Uncertainty, and organizations everywhere are “stuck” in old habits and old ways of thinking that no longer work. Glenda Eoyang, coauthor of the new book Adaptive Action, explains how asking three simple questions can help you frame seemingly insurmountable problems and get moving in a positive direction.
Five Mistakes Leaders Unknowingly Make That Scare Employees To Death
Without even realizing it, most leaders do and say things that send employees into their “Critter State” where every decision they make is driven by fear. Christine Comaford reveals some of the subtle, yet damaging mistakes we make — and how to fix them.
Smartphones – The Crucial Thread In The Fashion Retail Marketing Mix?
With the proliferation of blog shops and rise of online shopping in Singapore – and in Asia – the casual observer might be forgiven for thinking the brick and mortar shops will go the way of the Dodo. That’s not the case, argues Malcolm Pinkerton, Senior Director and Senior e-Commerce Analyst from Planet Retail.
Acing The Job Interview — 6 Tips For Veterans
Returning military personnel may find their first batch of interviews when looking for a civilian posting especially harrowing. Career counselor Florence Black offers these six job interview tips to help veterans feel more relaxed and give you a better chance at landing your dream job.
9 Proven Tips To Control Your Inventory
By Crystal Wells, Product Marketing at Vendio
Controlling inventory is the ongoing process of identifying and managing the constant flow of items into and out of...