Improving work performance doesn’t mean just asking people to work harder. In many cases, figuring out how to improve work performance comes from creating clearer expectations, removing unnecessary obstacles, providing useful support, and helping people focus their energy where it matters most. That’s especially important for women business owners, who are often balancing … [Read more...]
5 Drains on Women Leaders’ Energy (and What To Do About It)
A study published in the journal Frontiers of Psychology, explores several drains on leaders’ energy. While the energy drains (leader self-control, emotional labor and emotional dissonance, lack of job control, counterproductive mindsets of others, and isolation) are common to all leaders, there are additional considerations for women leaders. Learn to recognize the drains in … [Read more...]
Commercial Property Management Tips that Will Help You Maximize Your Investment
Brought to you by ACI Facility Support: Whether starting your commercial property ownership journey or expanding your portfolio, property management can get challenging even for experienced industry players. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the daily tasks of running a property management business, with your clients' needs and expectations changing daily. You need to master … [Read more...]
A Guide for Managers to Become Great Business Leaders
Brought to you by Keys to the Vault: You might be a terrific manager but are you a good leader? Being a competent manager doesn't automatically make you a great leader. Management often focuses on processes, systems, and efficiency, while leadership requires vision, inspiration, and emotional intelligence. Many managers excel at maintaining order and driving results, but … [Read more...]
How to Manage Employees Efficiently and Effectively: A Comprehensive Guide
Brought to you by Gusto: Managing employees efficiently and effectively is key to the success of any organization. As a leader, your role is not just to ensure that work is done but to foster a productive and positive environment where employees feel motivated, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. Successful management blends clear communication, strategic … [Read more...]
3 Tips for Women Leaders to Elevate Their Effectiveness
Women face unique challenges in leadership positions. This, in part, is because we're relatively "new" in the leadership and entrepreneur space: we couldn't even get a business loan without a male family member co-signer until 1988. The other part (or, perhaps the main part) is due to a bias against female leaders. These three leadership tips aim to help female leaders elevate … [Read more...]
6 Trends Shaping the Future of Business Management and Administration
Brought to you by ABBYY: The business management and administration field has come a long way. In the past, the roles of managers and administrators were relatively straightforward and focused on day-to-day operational tasks. However, with the rapid advancement of technology, changing consumer behaviors, and shifting global markets, the future of business management and … [Read more...]
5 Psychological Barriers Keeping You from Delegating
Recently, I shared five things entrepreneurs must understand about delegation to be successful, but even after you've accepted how important delegation to your employees and delegation through outsourcing are to build your career or your business, you might not be able to do it. Delegating is hard for many people, but if you don't delegate, you'll suffer from too much stress, … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Build an Authentic Brand Identity
Your brand's identity is the heart of your entire business. Your business's voice, copy, and look are how potential clients judge you. It's the stuff that makes you and your business unique. Unfortunately, these days, it feels like most marketing strategies and brand guidelines give generic advice. When everyone follows the same guidelines, we end up in a sea of sameness. So … [Read more...]
Innovate with Repetitive Work
Brought to you by Klippa: In a world where technology is advancing rapidly, businesses can often find themselves stuck in a rut of repetition. However, this doesn’t mean that innovation is out of reach. With a few creative tactics, even the most mundane tasks can become creative, inspiring, and profitable. Automation Automation is a powerful tool that can drastically improve … [Read more...]