How to test a business idea without losing money
Coming up with a business plan is a great idea. Although running a business without testing it first is extremely risky because you could incur huge losses.
Looking to the future: what awaits business after the pandemic
The pandemic has forced people to adapt to the new reality and to change everything at once: their routine, attitude to relationships, daily routine, and, of course, work.
Top 6 financial mistakes that will lead to your business collapsing
One of the most common reasons for the failure of business in Russia are all kinds of financial mistakes. Research shows that the result of these errors means that for every new start-up, two existing companies go out of business. Indeed, whilst the statistics are telling, it’s possible to turn the situation around if you know what you’re dealing with.
Skills for today’s workplace, or What you should learn to stand out to recruiters
‘Stress-resistant’ and ‘sociable’ people no longer get hired. Or rather, people who don’t know how to write about their personal and professional qualities in their resume, or refuse to learn the necessary skills for today’s workplace, don’t get hired. After all, modern problems can only be matched with modern solutions.
Ready to launch your business? Stop and ask yourself these questions
Picture this: you’re speeding down a highway at night, buzzing by the idea of opening your own Italian restaurant. You’re a highly proficient accountant, and your friend in the seat next to you is a chef with 10 years of experience. Your brother, an estate agent, has promised to find you the perfect location in the city centre, for a reasonable price, and in your mind you’ve already decided to quit your job and you’re already rehearsing your resignation speech to your Boss.
Monetize it: a few ways of making money on what you know how to do
If, perhaps, it was not obvious, when we were at school, getting older we understand that we cannot do without learning. It is knowledge that gives us a potential opportunity to improve our lives.
Social media promotion: step-by-step instructions
Social media are an excellent tool to promote a business. When used correctly, it can considerably increase the recognizability of your company and create a favorable brand impression among users.
I haven’t read it, but I condemn it: how to handle negative reviews on the Internet
The possibility of openly expressing your opinion along with a great number of technologies and tools making it possible to do it quickly and conveniently has in recent years significantly spurred the practice of posting reviews and comments about a product or service.
How can a female leader competently manage a team full of males?
In today's world, women enjoy the same career prospects and opportunities that used to get reserved for men.
What should you do if your boss is an abuser?
Work is undoubtedly a big part of our lives. Almost daily, we interact one-to-one with management, peers, and subordinates!
Five Rules for Successful Online Negotiations
Online meetings have become commonplace for many of us in the last few years.
What are role models, and how can they help you learn?
When people ask me what helps me achieve my goals, I answer: "My role models." However, the other person frequently becomes curious because not everybody knows what role models are and why you need them. So, let me explain.
How a dress code helps your company succeed and grow
Employee appearance is a mirror of your organization's corporate culture.