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A team is only as strong as its weakest link. And if the weak link is a team manager, it’s a setup that will dismantle success before it starts. But a strong and well-respected manager can help teams cooperate, thrive and drive results on an individual and collective level. If you’re looking to become a better manager with the skills to mobilise your team, these are just four tips to take your leadership talents to the next level. 1. Encourage communication Too many managers spend their time wondering why their staff aren’t satisfied. But in reality, the best way to find out what your team needs is simply to ask. Make regular check-ins a part of your routine as a manager, and foster a culture in which people feel they can come to you with any issues they may be facing. Remember too th...

It is essential always to pursue new avenues of innovation and improvement if you want your company to be successful. To innovate in business, companies must determine which of their processes, products, or services should be enhanced to increase efficiency and profitability. Enhance Strategy Development In the business realm, there are several types of innovation that a company may explore. These are often associated with specific goods, internal procedures, workflows, or business models. To propel development and adapt to the ever-changing market, some businesses use all three strategies. Innovation in management principles and procedures has the potential to make substantial transformations in a company’s competitive position and offer long-lasting advantages. Over the last century...

We’ve all heard the saying “you only get one chance to make a first impression.” Well, when it comes to choosing a life insurance plan, you want to be sure that you are making a good first impression. You don’t want to leave anything up in the air or have any questions about what is going on with your policy. That’s why we recommend starting early and getting your life insurance needs taken care of as soon as possible. Here are a few things you should know before you apply for cover. What is a Life Insurance Plan? A life insurance plan is an agreement between you and your insurer designed to protect your family financially should something happen to you. You can use it to help your loved ones maintain their lifestyle or pay off debts, such as mortgages. It gives you peace of mind know...

Market research is an integral factor in lowering business risk and achieving growth. Its role is so important that you can apply it to many departments in an organization, including finance, sales, product development, marketing, strategy, and corporate planning teams. photo credit: Kindel Media / Pexels Benefits of Analyzing the Market Since market research is typically a resource-intensive investment, it is imperative to understand its value and the reasons why its insights deserve attention. With that in mind, here are the top 10 insights you can discover by conducting market research. 1. Save Resources Market research insights can help streamline your operations to avoid waste. Just as with marketing, targeted efforts are more effective than broad efforts. Market research can help...

When delivering a project, it is inevitable that you may experience certain problems that can have a negative impact on your project outcomes. Therefore, it’s important to be prepared by developing a risk management plan and looking at all types of factors which may prevent your project from reaching its final goals. If you don’t take the time to identify and minimize risks early on, this can lead to project delays and budget overruns. As a project manager, it’s essential to learn how to deal with unforeseen circumstances and save valuable resources, including time, money, and other assets. Today we will look at seven steps you can follow to reduce project management risks. Embed Risk Management In Your Project One of the most important things you will need to do to improve project ma...

“Can I Work Remotely in France?” Implied in this question is the adverb “legally” since, of course, anyone can open a laptop anywhere in France and work remotely. But if you pose this question in a Facebook or Telegram group, or on a forum, or in the comments section of an article, be prepared to hear very spirited defenses of both “Yes” and “No” answers. And even though I very much weigh in on the “Yes” answer to this question, I fully understand why the “No” people are adamant. photo credit: Yan Krukov / Pexels At the heart of this question is really an issue of taxation, which is a big deal in France. Your tax records are an important part of various applications you’ll have here in France, particularly for citizenship. You are required to file taxes as long as you are a resident of...

For those ambitious entrepreneurs running multiple side hustles, what’s one key tip you have for staying organized and on top of everything? How will this help them succeed? These answers are provided by Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invite-only organization comprised of the world’s most successful young entrepreneurs. YEC members represent nearly every industry, generate billions of dollars in revenue each year, and have created tens of thousands of jobs. Learn more at yec.co. 1. Think About When You Work Best Set a schedule that works for who you are. If you do your best work between the hours of noon and 8 p.m., then run with that. Many people deliberately structure their days so that they have at least some time to work after hours. Even if it’s just one hour per day, you’d...