With a number of projects on hand, it can be quite confusing to prioritize work. Prioritizing work is imperative for the success of a team and the company’s growth. Inefficient work management will show the company in a bad light and throw the entire team off their...

Just a quick glance at any of the recent business headlines will make one think that accountability is quickly becoming a rarity within many organizations.  This should be cause for some concern.  Why does holding people accountable seem like such a...

Whether you’re running an up-and-coming start-up or handling a small team in a big corporation, being a leader is one of the most difficult roles you can ever have. You need to be able to protect the company’s interests as well as meet the needs of your employees. You...

Emotional intelligence hasn’t generally been as revered as general intelligence, particularly in the workplace. What mattered is how well someone could do their job and how well they could follow orders. With leaders and managers, it was all about making smart...

There’s a difference between a boss and a leader.  A boss gives demands and orders, while a leader influences their team to complete tasks. One of the most important factors in successful leadership is the ability to influence others.   When you can...

​Mentorship in the workplace is an underused tool that empowers your employees to feel in control of their future careers. An organization that makes employee development a priority can expect a more inspired and enthusiastic workforce, which provides substantial...

It is difficult to imagine a leader who is deprived of the ability to speak well. Indeed, the basis of the concept of leadership is charisma. A leader is able to lead crowds of people while remaining at the "top of Olympus". A leader's speaking skills are not...

For any company to succeed, it is paramount to have a skilled manager to steer the company to the right path. With many companies and projects coming up, the demand for project managers is on an all time high. However, given the authority vested in leaders, it is...

It’s been fairly well established that toxic people can be very damaging to a business. But having toxic leaders can be particularly devastating, and it can also be hard to spot them. Many toxic managers initially improve sales figures and appear to be increasing the...

Hiring and preserving extremely knowledgeable employees is a massive challenge for start-ups. When the a start-up is struggling to make a mark and achieve success, a lot of talented employees might find better paying jobs and lucrative opportunities as a reason to...