I’m afraid of rejection. The idea of putting myself out there, sharing my opinions and experiences for the world to judge, is terrifying. And yet, I do it. I am opening myself up to scrutiny right here, right now. A friend and business connection recently asked me, "How do you do it?" after learning I am now contributing content for Women on Business. Meaning, how do … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2017
How to Start an Online Business
Sponsored by Move U: When you have an online business, you can work from any place and still make a living. Moreover, an online business has very low startup costs, making it ideal for people who have limited capital. Here are some steps to follow when starting an online business: Choose a Business Structure When starting a business, you need to decide whether you will … [Read more...]
Top Tips You Should Remember When Planning a Christmas Party for Your Office
Sponsored by Moonlight & Mistletoe: Christmas is a wonderful season – it is, after all, when we can spend time with friends and family and look back on a year well done. This is especially true for employees, who want nothing more than to relax in the last few days of the year and attend as many parties as they can. Among all the events during the Christmas season, … [Read more...]
Say What You Really Think and Transform Your Life
Saying what you really think is, in my experience, much easier said than done. I have amazing women in my professional and personal circles who don’t seem to struggle with this, and I am in awe of them. If a thought enters their head, they say it. This doesn’t mean they are rude or abrupt; quite the opposite. They are kind and diplomatic and powerful. But they don’t hold their … [Read more...]
How Executive Coaching Leads to Bigger and Better Promotions at Work
Sponsored by Engaged Change Solutions: After discovering the perfect executive coach to fit your personality, this expert will help take your personal and business life to the next level. One great aspect of coaching that many people appreciate is the ability to get bigger and better promotions at work after going through a coaching program for an extended period of … [Read more...]
What Is “Workplace Ethics”?
Sponsored by Grace College: The percentage of U.S. workers who said they observed misconduct on the job fell to an all-time low of 41 percent in 2013, according to the National Business Ethics Survey (NBES). This “low” figure is down from 45 percent in 2011 and a record high of 55 percent in 2007. Although improvements are occurring, more changes are needed to help bring … [Read more...]
What Is Talent Acquisition?
Sponsored by Concordia University: Companies, especially new startups, succeed or fail based on the strength of their talent, but good talent is getting harder to find. In an Indeed survey of more than 1,000 HR managers, 86 percent of respondents indicated that they found it difficult to find good technical talent, and 83 percent of respondents believed that the talent … [Read more...]
Developing a Leadership Philosophy
Sponsored by Aurora University: At the beginning of each advanced leadership workshop session, business thought leader John Spence asks attendees how many currently have a written list of their key leadership values. Much to his surprise, only one or two out of 100 to 150 executives raise their hands. As a result, Spence wonders how executives successfully lead their … [Read more...]
5 Characteristics of High Performance Culture
Sponsored by Campbellsville University: It’s no secret that motivation is important to doing good work. “Company culture” has become a popular term among corporate leaders; more and more companies are focusing on creating a culture that fosters motivation in their workforce. This is more than a simple fad: According to the Harvard Business Review (HBR), “Why we work … [Read more...]
A Guide to the Employee Onboarding Process
Sponsored by Grace College: Each year in the United States, more than 25 percent of the working population experiences career transitions, according to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Managers begin new jobs every two to four years, and in Fortune 500 companies alone, approximately 500,000 managers take on new roles each year. Career transitions often do … [Read more...]