Getting the Job Done is a Process: 9 of the Most Important Lessons Learned from Agile

There was a point when Agile was largely regarded as a series of management practices that were centered around software development but it has subsequently became the go-to philosophy for project management principles and practices. As this guide illustrates there are plenty of compelling reasons why so many businesses are adopting agile practices, both in terms of how it can help boost team productivity and help you manage changing priorities but also because it creates the ability to enjoy software and IT delivery and quality.…

How to Choose The Right Member of Staff to Handle Your Online Presence

For your company, the importance of maintaining a strong online presence is inescapable. According to research published last year and reported by People Management, 70% of jobseekers would resist applying for a position before researching the online reputation of the company offering the role. Furthermore, as 56% of jobseekers would avoid applying to a business lacking an online presence, you can’t simply choose to omit online marketing efforts entirely. Therefore, you need to be careful who you appoint to the role of managing your online endeavours; look for someone who… Has a thorough understanding of your brand What is your brand about?…

3 Key Considerations When Organising an Effective Team Building Day

In business, team building can often seem like a pleasant addition rather than an absolute necessity. The truth is, team building can have a big impact on employee satisfaction, wellbeing and in turn, productivity. The key to achieving these positive results is intelligent design and informed decision making, which is why the process of planning your team building day shouldn’t be taken lightly. This short guide is designed to highlight three of the most important points to keep in mind when you are looking organise a team building day for your business.…

6 Key Tips for Improving Your Team’s Customer Service Skills

In business nowadays, the make or break factor to your success is the experience you’re providing to your customers. You could nail every single other aspect of your business, but if your customers aren’t happy, they won’t be coming back to you, and word of mouth about bad experiences travels fast. This is why it’s essential for your business to be proactive in providing the very best experience it can, which means brushing up on your team’s customer service skills. Today, we’re going to detail six vital tips you can use to improve their skills and ultimately enhance the success of your business.…

6 Tips for Setting Up a Productive Company Meeting

Probably, you are one of the victims of long and boring meetings. In the end, you say to yourself, “what a waste of time. At least I could have stayed at my business and landed some awesome clients.” Honestly, you are not alone. Others have experienced the same. And the issue isn’t that the people who attend the meeting are boring. It’s just that there was no strategic plan that was laid down before the meeting was commenced. Fortunately, you can make your business meeting a success, and you don’t have to be perfect.…

5 Facets of Contract Management to Prioritize – and Why

Successful contract management isn’t always easy, especially when you hold multiple contracts with the same vendor. But, if you want your business to succeed, your employees to stay happy, and your client relationships to continue, then strong contract management is a must. Fortunately, the days of sticking paper copies of contracts into a filing cabinet are behind us. And it’s a good thing, too, because it’s so much easier to keep track of important details of your contracts, such as expiration dates and mutual obligations, when you can use software to help you.…

How to Find Professionals Online to Assist You in Selling Your Business

It isn’t easy to sell a business, as investors are extremely cautious when looking to acquire an ongoing concern, and in order to stand the best chance of a quick sale, there are online professionals who can help you. When a person wishes to sell a property, where do they go? Well, an established conveyancing lawyer would be the ideal person to talk to, and when looking to sell a business, the conveyancing lawyer has extensive connections with commercial investors. Presenting the Business in its Best Light Much like you would valet your car before putting it on the market, you need to present your business with its best foot forward, so to speak.…

Employers Need to Cater for The Older Worker: 3 Ways to Do it

The 2016 census had revealed, that 1 in 5 Canadians aged 65 and over were reported to be working during the year of 2015. This statistic translates to almost 1.1 million individuals and is the highest proportion that has been recorded since the 1981 Census. On top of this, an estimated 30 per cent of the seniors who said they worked in 2015 also acknowledged that they did so on a full-time basis across the entire year. If you run a business in Canada, then it is very likely that you’ll have a least one older employee within your workplace.…

How Colour Psychology Can Influence An Interviewers Decision

When you’ve secured an interview at your dream company, the first thing you think of is what to wear. You want to strike the balance between looking good and showing off your personality without compromising the performance of your 30-minute interrogation with one of the high-brow bosses. There is one trick to win them over though — and it’s all about colour psychology. Simply put, colour psychology is the study of hues as a determinant of human behaviour. Although qualifications, experience and work ethic play a huge part in the interview process, dressing in a particular way can build up a great first impression and help you secure the job.…

A Guide to Running a Healthcare Facility: 6 Success Tips Inside

Running a healthcare facility can be rewarding work because you are able to save and improve people’s lives each day. There is also the potential for great success in this industry because healthcare will always be in demand. While there are many benefits to running a healthcare facility, it also has many hurdles and challenges to overcome which are entirely different from running a regular business. You must be able to provide the best possible care for your patients while still operating a facility that makes money.…