You may think you know it all, but you don’t. This is why an executive coach can help improve your life. As the cliché goes, it’s lonely at the top. If you are an executive or an entrepreneur, it may be hard to find good advice for your life. That is where an executive coach can help. Read More
By LISA SWAN With the New Year, some people start thinking of starting a new business. Of course, much of this is wishful thinking or fantasizing, but some of them have business ideas that could potentially be successful. Some of the more potentially successful new businesses out there are… Read More
By LISA SWAN Don’t feel you have to bite your tongue constantly when it comes to giving feedback to your boss, your co-workers or to your employees. There is a time and a place for giving feedback, and doing so effectively could make things better at your workplace. In fact,… Read More
By LISA SWAN Times are hard with the economy these days. You may not have the number of staffers you want, or the ability to compensate them the way you wish. So how can you keep your workplace going, and manage your staff during tough times? Here are some tips… Read More
Over many years of executive coaching and management training, it’s become clear that there are four distinct management styles, each with their pros and cons. What works well in one situation may be less than ideal in another. Knowing what your management style is will help you become a better… Read More
By LISA SWAN Whether you are an entrepreneur, an executive, or a middle manager, it is important to keep your staff happy, and reward those who are doing great jobs. But what can you do to reward staff and improve morale if you don’t have a big budget to give out… Read More
By KATHY KARA Getting away from the office and having a corporate retreat can help to bring a fresh perspective to issues that may be discussed during the retreat regarding the company. A successful corporate retreat offers a less structured setting than the day-to-day office work atmosphere. This type of… Read More
Assembling an advisory board is critical to a company, especially for a new company. A strong advisory board can help to lend credibility to a new business, help to build contacts, and serve to provide feedback for the business. Read More
You have always wanted to start your own business, and now you are finally ready to take the plunge. But while it may sound like a dream to be your own boss, being a successful entrepreneur means more than just having a great business idea. Read More
Some employers are paralyzed by the fear that they will make a bad hire. That is understandable, given that making a mistake in the hiring process can cost them considerable time and money. According to the Harvard Business Review, 80% of employee turnover can be in some way attributed to… Read More
