The importance of lifelong learning cannot be understated, learning is imperative to growth, both professionally and personally. However, sometimes, we can be put off by learning new skills because we find it difficult to grasp certain concepts. There is, however, a way we can learn better. By assessing our unique learning style, we can accommodateContinue reading “What’s your learning style?”
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Why soft skills are so important to career advancement.
Soft skills are widely talked about in the business world as a needed element. But what are soft skills, and why are they seen as so important in the working world? What are soft skills? The definition of soft skills are “personal attributes that enable someone to interact effectively and harmoniously with other people.” ThisContinue reading “Why soft skills are so important to career advancement.”
Are you starting a new business or project during lockdown? Here are a few tips.
Starting a new business has always had it’s challenges, and now with the added challenge of lockdown during COVID-19, starting a new business or project can be daunting. This however, hasn’t deterred many hopeful entrepreneurs who despite the added hurdles have decided to go ahead and start their new business. This could be for aContinue reading “Are you starting a new business or project during lockdown? Here are a few tips.”
Working from home? Here are a few tips to cope.
Working from seems to have come as a revelation to some, and a difficult change to adapt to for others. In a recent study done by mentimeter, that surveyed 1500 employees working from home, 56% of workers said that they feel as though their feelings and opinions were being acknowledged less in video meetings, andContinue reading “Working from home? Here are a few tips to cope.”
How to handle conflict when working remotely.
Conflict resolution can sometimes be challenging, it can be especially challenging if you’re working remotely. Some methods of online communication can leave a sense of ambiguity about how a person truly is feeling, often coming forth as cold and aloof. Email, for instance, within it’s methods of business professionalism leaves little room for emotive context.Continue reading “How to handle conflict when working remotely.”
Workplace Diversity: The Benefits.
Workplace diversity and inclusion is a crucial element toward business productivity in the 21st century, but what exactly are the benefits of a diverse workforce? Despite it being critical for South African businesses to be legislatively compliant to BBBEE and Employment Equity Regulations which includes it’s own benefits, research has shown that having a diverseContinue reading “Workplace Diversity: The Benefits.”
Why a focus on diversity transformation is key in the coming future.
With the impact COVID-19 has had not only on the emotional well-being of many South Africans, but also the large impact it has had on the economy, one could be wondering about the coming future and what to expect. At the start of 2020, South Africa’s unemployment rate was unchanged from 2019, standing at 29%,Continue reading “Why a focus on diversity transformation is key in the coming future.”
What makes a great leader? Here are 5 defining traits.
There is a difference between good leadership and great leadership. Great leaders have certain defining traits that enables them not just to empower themselves, but to empower their employees as well. It’s commonly thought that these are naturally occurring personality traits of a select few, and while that may be partly true, these traits canContinue reading “What makes a great leader? Here are 5 defining traits.”
Which one of these seven leadership styles best describes you?
Leadership styles can differ from person to person, and some may adopt varying styles in their leadership methodology. Evaluating your individual leadership style will help you identify any problems that may arise with that specific style and create solutions based upon the immediate needs and reactions of your team. 1. The Authority Known as theContinue reading “Which one of these seven leadership styles best describes you?”
How to manage your time better.
Time management is considered to be one of the most important aspects of productivity, tackling task lists, understanding priorities and battling procrastination can seem like daunting tasks when we’re faced with so much to do and so little time to do it. Failing to manage time can lead to consequences that go beyond not beingContinue reading “How to manage your time better.”
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