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Four ways managers can prevent conflict in their teamsOccasional minor conflicts within a team are inevitable. But when conflicts go beyond constructive discussion and become downright negative and counterproductive, they can bring major, long-term…
Nothing ventured, nothing gained: three fears you must overcome before you can become a managerBecoming a manager is a big step forward, but for many aspiring leaders the journey is fraught with fears. What are the three most common fears that would-be managers face, and how do you deal with…
AI and management: four tips for managers on how to use AI at workArtificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a futuristic idea from science fiction films; it has become an everyday reality that can help you both in your personal life and at work, including if…
Women in management: overcoming the biggest obstacles faced by women with managerial ambitionsUnfortunately, women with managerial ambitions often face specific challenges which can slow their career growth. While today's society is much more progressive in this regard than it was, say, a few…
Being a parent and an employee is like juggling a whole bunch of balls at once. HR managers can play a key role in whether or not working parents can effectively combine work and childcare. Let's…
Sales is not about you: Close more deals by focusing on the prospect's needsOne of the common problems with salespeople across all industries is that they talk more about themselves and their products than they do about the client's needs, and yet focusing on the client is…
How the "12-week year" concept can help increase productivityA concept proposed by Brian P. Moran and Michael Lennington of the year as a 12-week cycle is a methodology that changes the way people plan and achieve their goals. Instead of annual plans, it…
Reasons to encourage subordinates to be creative – and how to do itCreativity is not just the privilege of artists. It is a necessity for every worker and every team wanting to be effective and achieve success. More creativity means a greater sense of innovation,…
How managers can help subordinates overcome procrastinationProcrastination is the chronic postponement of important tasks, often in favour of less important or less demanding activities. Procrastination is not just laziness; rather, it is a mental block that…
Five tips on recognising a managerial position is not your best optionA managerial position is the dream of many ambitious workers. But not every aspiring leader is cut out for the job. If you are wondering whether a management career is right for you, try reflecting on…
How to react when a prospect ends a sales meeting saying they need to think the offer throughThis a frequent way the prospect rejects the offer without saying it openly. Saying that they need to think about the proposal is a sign for many business people that the deal will fall through and…
Approaching a client again who has already rejected you once? Four tips on how to do thatProducts develop, market situations keep changing and people change their minds. This is why you should re-approach prospects that already rejected you after some time, especially if you felt that…
How to know if your management style is outdated (and what to do about it)The world is changing at a rapid pace and, with it, employee demands and expectations are evolving, as also are management styles and approaches. What may have been effective a decade ago may not work…
Perfect your people management style with three lessons offered by Bill Gates:Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft and one of the most successful entrepreneurs of all time, is not only an example of technological innovation, but also of an effective management approach. Improve…
In today’s workplace, homeworking is an expectation and digital interaction platforms the new normal. But hybrid working can dehumanise relationships and compromise team interaction. It also amplifies…
