IQ vs. EQ – What is More Important to Succeed in Business?

March 28, 2016

IQ vs EQ
What is an important criterion to determine success in business – Intelligence Quotient vs. Emotional Quotient? The debate of importance between IQ and EQ has been going on for quite some time. Some argue that IQ has been standardized over number of years and hence is a pretty good indicator of a person’s ability to deal with the challenges of business. On the other hand, there are people who make a case that IQ has nothing to do with the success of failure in business. It is how you deal with your own emotions and those of others that helps you succeed in business. So who is right? What is more important IQ or EQ? Let’s understand what they are and how they help a person succeed.

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3 Services Your Business Should Consider Outsourcing

March 17, 2016

Outsourcing
Running a business can be as stressful and draining as it is rewarding. Quite often it can be easier and far more efficient to outsource particular roles and services to professionals outside the business. There is nothing wrong with getting a bit of outside help for certain tasks and outsourcing can help save you and your business a lot of time and stress.

If the manager is also the one answering phones and emptying the bins, it might be a good time to consider outsourcing. Here are three areas your business could potentially use some outside help in.

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How to Organize Team Building Events to Create Lasting Bonds

March 13, 2016

Team Building

Post by Dan Colgan, Founder Rock Paper Team LLC

Corporate team building is a great way for companies of any size to discover new ways of working that can transform their business environment. Team building activities build skills and strengthen teams, while promoting synergy and bonding between employees and team members.

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Workplace Safety Tips All Employees Must Follow

February 23, 2016

Workplace Safety
No matter how many policies and guidelines are laid out for workplace safety, it’s impossible to have a work environment that is hazard-free without ensuring that all employees are aware of those guidelines and put them into practice. A safe working environment is based on how all workers of all levels adhere to and communicate about safety standards at work. The foundation of any workplace that is safe with minimal risk of hazards and danger is one which encourages employees to identify any hazards and unsafe behaviors which they see as well as offer their own suggestions for improving safety.

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What Personality Traits are a Good Fit for Career in Sales?

February 16, 2016

Sales Jobs
Have you always fancied a career in sales? These roles can be ideal for people who enjoy meeting others and who feel passionate about promoting products and services. Even if you’re attracted to this line of work though, you may not be sure if it would really suit you. To give you a clearer idea of what’s required, here are a few of the personality traits that could help to make you the perfect fit for these positions.

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4 Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Employees

January 29, 2016

Employees
Hiring employees is expensive. Both the process of finding the right person and keeping them on are time-consuming and cost you money. But it is imperative to keep talented people on your team. However, if you’re paying to have them there, you understandably want to get as much out of them as you can. Making the most of each of your employees is essential if you want to get your money’s worth. That doesn’t mean treating them like bags of money you can wring dry, though. If you want them to reach their full potential, you have to be willing to nurture them. Employees who are treated like people will be more likely to work hard and stick around. If you want to make the most of yours, do the things below.

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Why You Should Invest in the Best Advice

January 28, 2016

Advice
When you are in business, you are always looking to get mostvalue for money. Making sure you get the best deal possible on the services you buy is important. Doing so helps to ensure that you have a healthy profit margin. It is part of what enables you to offer your product at a competitive price and beat your competitors.

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13 Best Companies to Work for in the Western United States

December 12, 2015

Best Workplaces
The following 13 businesses have proven they’re a remarkable place to work. According to Fortune, Google is still the best company to work for, but Google isn’t the only company that offers incredible benefits and competitive pay. The Western United States has number of cool, rewarding workplaces. You don’t have to sacrifice pay for a job you love. When you work for these companies, you truly get it all: competitive paychecks and a rewarding workplace.

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Infographic: How to Survive Organization Stress

October 19, 2015

Organization Stress
As you research MBA programs online, one thing you’ll find across the board is an emphasis on leadership. Learning how to become an effective manager is a core component of your journey in business school. Organizational stress is just one hurdle today’s managers experience. It can lead to profit loss, increased costs, employee burnout and more. Learn the ramifications of organizational stress and how you can avoid it altogether in our latest infographic:

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How Right Office Chairs Can Increase Employee Productivity

October 7, 2015

Office Chair
With findings from research upon research piling up, most employers are now paying attention to how the design and environment of the office can influence their workers and actually make them more productive. One such aspect highlighted is that the employees’ concentration is bound to be disrupted given they are forced to sit all day long on uncomfortable chairs. Understandably, this type of furniture proves to have an adverse effect on health too.

If, like all good employees, you are looking for ways to increase retention and productivity, the following reasons should help you consider improving the furniture with respect to both their cohesiveness to the office design on the whole as well as in terms of their quality as individual items.

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