How to complete your personal manager performance review for 2017
The New Year is almost upon us and for many, it’s a time to kick back and relax.
It’s been a …
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5 team motivation ideas to help your business end the year on a high note
Team motivation is a widely covered topic in the Organizational Behavior stream, yet most managers often feel a disconnect between the practice and theory of motivating employees to achieve more.
Read ArticleBusiness Vision: How to supercharge yours for a more profitable business
Is it possible that your business vision can influence your business’ profitability?
In February of 1996, the Journal of Applied Psychology published the Longitudinal Study of the Relationship between Vision and Vision Communication to Venture Growth in Entrepreneurial Firms. The study was conducted by J. Robert Baum and Edwin A. Locke. Baum and Locke are both professors at the University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business. Together they designed the study to explore if there is any relationship between having a clear business vision, communicating it with your staff, and the impact of both on the profitability of business.
Read Article10 Inspiring business quotes every manager can apply on the job
It can be really lonely at the top. It’s often a place that very few can relate to. There’s always a challenge around the corner, and while there are moments to celebrate, the tough ones tend to leave the worst kinds of scars. But every business leader needs to be and stay motivated. So whether you’re facing a marketing challenge, a team morale issue, or just feel stagnant, we’ve gathered 10 inspiring business quotes for you to make your own.
Read ArticleHow to improve customer service levels using culture, education and processes
Good customer service is the lifeblood of any organisation. Yes, sales solve a lot of problems, but if you don’t treat your customers well after the sale is done, you’re likely to not have them for much longer. It’s fitting then that we explore how to improve customer service levels within your business.
Read ArticleHow analytics, employee engagement and training can help you hit your sales target this year
We’re well into 2017. As a sales manager, the challenge of achieving your sales goal this year is a very real part of your everyday life. While there’s a long list of things that you can do to ensure that you’ll hit your sales target, we’ve come up with ideas for three areas you can focus on to turn your sales team into a stronger, more effective machine.
Read Article9 things to get right before launching your next employee incentive program
Looking to launch an employee incentive program? Not sure where to start? Employee incentive programs, like any business endeavor, require planning and timely execution. But coming to grips with how to plan a successful incentive program can quickly become overwhelming.
Read Article6 Employee engagement ideas to grow your bottom line
Do you staff seem disinterested in the job? Haven’t really heard anyone laugh wholeheartedly or seen any genuine smiles around the office in a long time? It could be because your team suffers from low employee engagement. It’s pretty common. In the US, almost 60% of employees feel that they are not engaged at work.
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