Why Bother with Reputation Management? Reputation management can be the difference between soaring in success or crashing in flames. Your reputation can have far-reaching repercussions. And in today’s world of instant communication and infinite electrical memory, reputation management has never been more critical. Once upon a time, not so long ago, a business or…
Market Yourself, Starting Now! Have you ever considered how you market yourself? In business, you are your own product. You have capabilities and benefits to offer clients and employers, just as your organization has products and services for external customers. Market yourself for the win, and create a career path for success. Does the thought…
You want to win at negotiation. Even for the moderately competitive, the reality of something on the line gets the adrenaline flowing. You want to “Go for the win.” But what does that mean, and how do you achieve it? Popular wisdom says, “Go for win-win.” But why? Doesn’t that really mean “Settle for the…
What is your strategy to boost the bottom line? You may be considering new markets, new products, or new competitive tactics. Your plans may include investing heavily in technology. Sometimes, however, simply doing good can help your business do well. Consider the following five good ways to boost your bottom line. Treat employees with respect.…
Are you an inspirational leader? How would you describe yourself? What would your staff say? An inspirational leader brings out the best from staff members. The staff resonates with energy, enthusiasm, and a willingness to go the extra mile. So how does a leader achieve this? Inspirational leaders: Respect their staff. Inspirational leaders hire talented…
How are you doing in building a reputation? What comes to mind when people mention your name? In business, your reputation is your calling card. And everything you do, every interaction you have, contributes to this image. A great reputation attracts great people. People want to get to know you, to share with you and…