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Improving one's common senseCommon sense, according to Merriam-Webster, is "sound and prudent judgement based on a simple perception of the situation or facts". If you feel like there is a person near you who is not able to…
Out-of-office reply: Don't forget your clients during the holidayYou need to solve a problem quickly, so you call or e-mail the responsible person. But the only answer you get is an automatic generated one, which says that (s)he is on holiday. So you don´t have a…
Recruitment in startups: Haste makes wasteStartup budgets usually do not include any hidden reserves for poor recruitment decisions. They also often do not provide enough time for hiring new people and lack practical experience with…
Are they really listening?The fact that someone smiles and nods when you talk does not always mean that he or she is really listening to you. Whether you are sitting in front of a colleague, a client or a friend of yours, they…
Successful negotiation: Preparation, confidence, flexibilityYou are going to convince your boss to give you a new big task, a panel of recruiters to hire you for your dream job, or to close a deal with a potential client. These are typical examples of…
How to help two employees who can't stand each otherThe animosity between two of your employees has become unbearable and your team cannot function properly. If you think that you should involve a professional mediator, think again. Isn't this your…
Problems with leadership (based on real events)A successful leader is one who delivers on the commitments they have made. They are able to set big goals and make everyone in the team exceed their potential. Their department is in better shape as…
Respect is a prerequisite for trustRespected people appreciate others. Their own toil and hard work do not need to be celebrated but you can be sure they will recognise the efforts of those around them. For them, it is natural to send…
What NOT to ask at a job interviewDuring a job interview or at least at the end of it, recruiters ask applicants if they have any questions. This moment is actually an ideal opportunity for a candidate to prove that he or she is the…
Losing a partner is not losing a companyBreakups in our private lives are not easy, and neither are breakups in business partnerships. The situation is even more complicated when not only property, but also children, employees, customers,…
Everyday negotiationsNegotiation skills are very important not only in your professional life, but also in your personal life. You can negotiate in order to close a big deal, to get more interesting and challenging tasks…
Control the situation - a lesson from an airport terminalControlling a situation means acting in a way that is both assertive and respectful. To achieve complete control, you need empathy, communication and credibility.Chris Lytle, a writer that contributes…
5 steps to effectively cooperate with a mentorMost managers believe mentoring is a useful personal development and career development tool. Thanks to our mentors, we are exposed to ideas and people we would otherwise not experience. Finding the…
Counteroffers: Yes, or no?Are counteroffers the right way to retain talented employees? This question has recently been asked in the "Ask Annie" management column on the Fortune magazine website. Specifically, there was a case…
You are looking for a job and a potential employer wants you to send a cover letter with your CV. Most people in this situation use the internet. Just type "cover letter" or better, "cover letter…
