Category: Management
15 iPad Business Management Apps
The iPad is proving to be a smart way of managing all aspects of business, whatever the scale of the operation, from solo freelancers to big companies. The device’s large screen and extensive capabilities enable users to access and control every part of their business on the move, and thereRead More
Management Tips for New Supervisors
Congratulations on the promotion. You’re going to be a great boss. We’re going to love working for you. And the company will thrive… You don’t look like you’re believing me. All right…you’ve got me. I’m just trying to make you feel better. That doesn’t mean you’re going to be aRead More
The Fight Club Guide to Creating a Cult-Like Customer Following
In a world of “free”, where many businesses want to race to the bottom in hopes of grabbing each and every customer that looks in the window, it’s far too common to see an overabundance of appeasement. The positive side of this is that you never ruffle any feathers or hurtRead More
Don’t Be A Walrus: Why You Should Stand Out
There are many pitfalls in business. This article isn’t about the weak financials, poor sales or lack of marketing. It’s more about finding yourself and where you are leading your company. The other night, I was watching a segment on the mighty Walrus broadcasting on the Discovery channel. I watchedRead More
4 Ways to be Powerful Without Alienating Others
“Power corrupts.” — Lord Acton Let’s face it: power can be intoxicating. It often commands respect, envy and fear. It can even add “height” to an otherwise small personality. Women love it; men crave it. And like money, very few individuals know how to handle it well. That’s why so many bosses andRead More
5 Personal Management Skills for Being Awesome
Why is it that we allow the everyday hustle to impede our progress in becoming the ultimate warrior of our professional lives through successful personal management? Some people even allow personal management to take a backseat to the results produced by their actions, claiming their success as evidence contrary toRead More
The Manager’s Guide to Increasing Employee Productivity
A high demand for the employee productivity lacking in today’s workforce leaves management teams wondering exactly what to do. The dazzling distractions of a high tech world constantly bombard the work environment. Employees are so busy texting, “tweeting” and updating their Facebook statuses that employers are left with unfinished assignments,Read More