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Why you should offer better paternity leave

Paternity leave that supports fathers is typically viewed as a rarity in the United States. Though the need for paternity leave is well-documented and the benefits of these programs have been statistically proven, many companies still hesitate to give fathers the same time off of work that’s given to mothers. Even fewer compensate dads for […]
Why maternity leave benefits should be important to your business

Maternity leave is an important company benefit that many employers fail to fully appreciate. Offering maternity benefits for your employees as a startup will help you establish your position as a family-friendly company from the very beginning. Though many entrepreneurs cringe at the expense and complications of providing maternity leave to their female employees, there […]
How to prepare for a meeting

Meetings are at the core of the company culture for many businesses, yet too many professionals arrive unorganized and unprepared. If you’re meeting out of habit more than necessity, it’s time to reevaluate your strategy. Every meeting should have clear value and a core purpose. Meeting planning isn’t something to take lightly. Every attendee at […]
Using your business intuition for good

Intuition. Everybody has it, but not everyone applies it. Many people feel that making significant decisions based solely on their internal compass is bound to lead to disaster, as emotions can often mislead us. With many potentially devastating paths out to thwart us, relying on one’s inner feeling alone can be risky. Intuitive decision making […]
How to be happy at work

Getting through work can often feel like a struggle. Even people who absolutely love the work that they do sometimes feel unhappy at work. Discover some ways you can put achieving happiness at work at the top of your daily to-do list. You’ll find many ways to combat feelings of unhappiness at work and make […]
How to get to the point in a presentation

We live in an age of distraction and information overload. McCormack’s Brief Lab conducted research that found that 75 percent of professionals tune out of a presentation within the first minute, and they stop reading an email after the first 30 seconds. Other research indicates that the average attention span is only eight seconds long, […]
What motivates employees—and how to harness it

Motivating employees to achieve is an important aspect of being a team leader. You might wake up every morning excited to start the day, but that doesn’t mean your employees are in the same place. Even if you’ve tried incentives in the past, it’s possible you’re still seeing low motivation. The key is to know […]
Fun corporate event ideas for summer

Ignite your team’s spirit with refreshing activities: BBQs, bowling, and more

Leadership lessons from top CEOs

The concept of great leadership has evolved over time, so that the best CEOs no longer seem to have come out of the same mold where strict disciplinarian styles are the usual modus operandi, people are undervalued, and things are always done according to existing norms. Leaders with different styles have emerged over the last […]
How successful people think

Have you ever wondered if successful people have minds built entirely differently from the rest of us? In some ways, they’re just like anyone else. In others, they do see the world a bit differently. That shift in outlook doesn’t have to be huge, but it has a huge impact, because successful people don’t view […]
How to deal with a micromanager

Do you feel like your boss doesn’t trust you to get the job done on your own? If you’re dealing with a micromanager, this feeling is all too familiar. A boss who is constantly hovering over you can cause serious frustration. Even worse, it can actually make it harder to do your job, and you […]
What makes a company successful

Utilize these strategies—from staying true to your mission to innovating—to build a flourishing business

Encourage leadership development in your company

When you want your business to be as strong as possible, you need to have employees who are doing their absolute best. One great way you can do this is to encourage leadership development in all departments, levels, and aspects of your business. You never know where the next leader of your company may come […]
How to make friends at work

Most people spend 40 hours or more per week at their office. With such a significant chunk of time devoted to your workplace, it’s only natural to seek out friends to make that time more enjoyable. Breeding familiarity with your coworkers, enjoying fulfilling conversations, and having support during difficult phases in the workplace are things […]
How to stay focused at work

There are two aspects to deal with when it comes to focus at work. First you have to get focused, and then you have to keep up that focus through your workday. Here are some great ways to do both and improve your focus throughout the day. Eat a good breakfast Millions of Americans skip […]
How to get a meeting with anyone

When you’re trying to schedule a meeting with someone important, whether that person is your creative mentor or the CEO of a major company, it can be challenging to get on the calendar. However, when you establish yourself as a credible and professional person in the industry in which they work and you can provide […]
How to give feedback to your boss

Just like other employees, your boss needs feedback on his performance to effectively lead the company. Since you see your boss in a variety of settings, including negotiations, client meetings, one-on-one meetings, and presentations, you likely have good insight into his or her performance. However, you might wonder if it’s even your place to share […]
What to know before outsourcing your IT department

If you’re in an executive position at a company, you might not think a lot about the IT department. That is, until there’s a problem with your computer, network, or cloud. We want to bring a new question to your mind. Should you outsource your IT department? There are many pros and cons to outsourcing […]