Training is a perennial bone of contention in business. Employees and managers agree on the need, but question marks remain as far as effectiveness is concerned. Here’s how to make the most of your training time and budget.
The days of employees, especially professionals, building a whole career with one company seem to be a relic of the past. That does not mean, however, that the workplace should be viewed as a market for mercenaries. Follow these guidelines if you would prefer to not get a dog when you want loyalty.
Conventional wisdom warns against going into business with family or friends. However, there are numerous examples of highly successful companies that started out as family ventures.
The prospect of hiring staff strikes fear in even the strongest entrepreneur’s heart. What if I hire the wrong person? What if I can’t afford their salaries? Read here for some practical guidelines to smooth the hiring path.
The debate about whether leaders are born or made might never be resolved conclusively. In the meantime, however, there is more than enough information out there to help you hone your leadership skills. Here is some food for thought.
Large travel agencies and hotel groups are generally able to offer lower prices due to economies of scale. SMEs can, and should, play the customer service card. Follow these tips to give your customers the royal treatment.
