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How to Deal with Communication Barriers?
The human civilization thrives on communication. But while it may seem like an easy task, as we’ve been doing it since we’re able to talk, it is commonplace, to have communication barriers that can cause serious issues, such as lack of confidence, and misunderstanding, even in the modern times when technology seems to be aiding and enhancing communication.
By Lilly Myers7 years ago in Journal
10 Ways to Create a Positive Work Environment
Let's face it-—we spend a lot of time at work. With so many hours invested in our work atmosphere and the people around us that we work with, we could all use a more positive climate to spend our days in. While the attitude we bring to work does much to improve our personal experience, there are things that employees and supervisors alike can do to collaboratively create a climate and culture of respect, personal responsibility, and fun. Here are 10 simple ways to create a more positive work environment:
By Paisley Hansen7 years ago in Journal
How to Become a Leader in Your Every Day Life
Really powerful leaders in the contemporary workplace embrace conscious leadership styles. They ask questions rather than search for answers. They enable their staff to make the right decisions and always keep learning from mistakes. Powerful leaders go where they are going, even if no one listens yet. Some directors think the way to be a good leader is to be the one who speaks while others listen. This way may be well in the autocratic situation, but today’s powerful leaders are those who make fewer directives and ask more questions. Stay curious and keep learning, especially to keep up with the latest business technology. Teach the staff to stay ahead. Listen for their views and beliefs. Listen to what they have to say. Importantly, search for important thoughts in their insights.
By Jade Pulman7 years ago in Journal
Questions You Must Ask to Build a Strong Marketing Strategy
So you've been tasked with building out an entire marketing strategy, but you're not quite sure where to begin... Luckily, I know where you can start. Research and strategy must come before implementing into a fully-fledged campaign. Here are 7 questions to ask yourself/your team to help guide you through the process.
By Ryan Cooper7 years ago in Journal
SOS: How to Create Your Best Idea
How I find inspiration is simple... I stopped thinking like corporate America and thought more like an artist. Thinking like an artist can help out in almost any scenario you need. For example when executing a plan like an artist you may want to think more outside the box and for those afraid to do so... I think your entry is wide open to continue to exit... but before you’re about to leave let me ask you one thing, if everything is going fine and nothing has changed do you think that things can get better? If the answer is yes then your more than welcome to kick up your legs and sip on something strong for this.
By Bethany Ramos7 years ago in Journal
Promote Your Business the Old Fashioned Way with Custom Banners
It seems that people have forgotten that traditional marketing exists. In this day and age, everybody is investing in digital marketing, in the latest, best SEO, working hard on getting their social media platforms perfect… Essentially, having real-world marketing efforts fall to the wayside. Now, we're not saying these methods of marketing are not being used today. What we are saying is that people have forgotten about their potential. For this reason, suggest you promote your business with one method that really isn’t as utilized as it could be—customer banners.
By Emily Wilson7 years ago in Journal
Protecting Your Small Business from Hackers
Do you have a small business and are concerned about the current cybercrime situation in the world? You are not alone. Nowadays, not only big, but small businesses are frequently targeted by cybercriminals. Their aims vary from doing intentional damage to demanding ransom money. Thus, modern businesses, regardless of their size, mustn’t neglect to protect their information systems and intellectual property. This is particularly important when the systems include customer information, such as credit card numbers, and personal data. In this article, you will learn why and how to protect your businesses from cybercriminal activities.
By Kurtis Wilcox7 years ago in Journal
How I Started My Own Marketing Agency in College. Top Story - April 2019.
Most people dream of starting their own business and being their own boss. However, 99 percent of these people don't pull the trigger in doing so. With how relevant social media is nowadays, it has become easier than ever before to start a profitable business without having to seek a typical business loan or lose all of your ownership to investors.
By Ryan Cooper7 years ago in Journal
